Just who is a Veteran, why is he or she different from
others? A United States Military Veteran
is a person who pledged his life to protect others. They actually signed a document offering to
give their lives in the defense of our Nation.
Many suffered radical injuries, lost limbs, eyesight & traumatic
brain injuries in the process of serving their Country. A great many have given their all & died
as a result of their service. I am a
Veteran, fortunately my service didn’t cause me to suffer these traumatic
wounds or to suffer any mental difficulties.
Does that mean my service was any less important to the cause of
freedom? When one signs the contract to
enter the service you do so with the complete understanding that you are
pledging your life to the cause of freedom.
One never knows where this will lead them. I don’t pretend to be a hero just because I’m
a Veteran, the heroes are the ones who have left blood on the battlefield. The majority of Veterans are just like me,
normal everyday working stiffs who just believe in freedom and were willing to
fight for that privilege. I think most
of us feel awfully lucky when we see our brothers and sisters who have suffered
such devastating trauma. I still feel
proud when someone says ( Thank you for your service.) Sometimes I feel embarrassed in the company
of a wounded Vet or the parents who lost a son or daughter wondering what they
must feel about those of us who served and survived. I guess that little bit of guilt prays on all
of us at one time or another but the belief in God and the knowledge that his
plan is what decides how our lives evolve gives us comfort. I can tell you that judging by the people I
know who have served in the Military no matter what branch deserve your praise,
they are proud of their service no matter where it led them. Most would serve again if the country needed
them even those from their wheelchairs.
Support your Veterans specially those who carry the wounds
of war in their heads and on their bodies.
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