Wednesday; November 11
Happy Veterans Day! Thank you to all of you who have served our nation and continue to provide a legacy of what it takes to sacrifice ourselves for the betterment of our fellow man. I hope that you have the day off and you can either relish in the events being planned around the country or enjoy a quiet time of reflection of a job well-done. I wish that I could say that you have been able to make it through unscathed to enjoy the fruits of your labor, but I realize that many of you have scars – physical, mental and emotional – that are constant reminders of your experiences. If possible, try to set aside those challenges, at least for the day, and enjoy it as your nation embraces you for your service. While today is focused on American heroes, it also reminds me of those spiritual veterans who served in the kingdom of heaven so that we can have what we have today. Some fought their battles centuries ago while others served in our lifetime; but all ...