On this Veterans Day…
remember, be grateful, say a prayer, thank a Veteran, reflect on what’s good and right in this country.
1. Pittsburg Veterans Day Parade.
2. Soldier’s Lot, Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Philadelphia County, PA.
3. Marine talking with children. Veterans Day Parade, New York City, 2009.
4. Thanking a guardsman, Arizona.
5. Sunset Service, Pearl Harbor, Veterans Day 2008.
(all photos public domain)
“The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceive the Veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their nation.” – George Washington
Today and every day, thank a Veteran.
Grace Grits and Gardening
Farm. Food. Garden. Life.
[tweetthis]O beautiful for patriot dream that sees beyond the years…from sea to shining sea. #VeteransDay [/tweetthis]
Musical Pairing:
Ray Charles, America, the Beautiful
Debbie says
Thanks Talya. Wouldn’t it be nice if we said our thanks every day?
Talya Tate Boerner says
Yes, it would.
Dorothy Johnson says
Wonderful tribute! You got it exactly right!
Talya Tate Boerner says
Thanks, friend!
Colene says
Beautiful! Thank you to all veterans and thank you Talya for your tribute to all veterans.
Talya Tate Boerner says
Thanks, Colene!
[email protected] says
I love the pictures you included. I will definitely be thanking a Veteran today. One that especially means the world to me..my mom! Glad I got to stop by #NaBloPoMo
Talya Tate Boerner says
Thank you, Ashley. And thank you to your mom!!
Kip Rolland says
Very nice tribute Talya. Thanks.
Talya Tate Boerner says
Thank you, Kip. And thank you for your service!
Rachel says
A sweet tribute! Thanks for the reminder to be thankful to the men and women who serve our country with their lives. Their sacrifice is often far greater than I can even imagine.
Jamie says
Lovely post. Veterans Day is so important!
Talya Tate Boerner says
Thank you, Jamie. It is.