My Veterans Day Salute

Found in my travels,this sums up my service.We came from different walks of life; different corners of the country, even the world. They threw us together and told us to learn to trust each other, to teach each other and to learn from each other. We grew in experience and rank. There were days we hated each other, our higher-ups and our younger troops and yes, our own service. But the next shift we were back it, doing our best. We laughed together, we cried together, we played together and we worked hard together. We didn't make much, but a lot of times we pulled together and made the best of it. What we had was a camaraderie that few can experience. I look back on all the experiences and friends and wouldn't change a thing. I want to wish all my brothers and sisters that have served or are still serving a wonderful Veteran's Day and let us remember those that have given the fullest extent of their commitment to this country and to their services. Thanks for all the memories and you have made me a better person for having the honor of serving with you

I am proud that I raised my hand and took My Oath of Enlistment,as I am all my familt and friends!

This if from a Face Book Group's Roll Call
 SGT (E-4) Date of Rank  01 Sept 1973 USAF 2951 C.L.S.S. of the AF Logistics Command served July 1971-1974 as an Aircraft Spark chaser(AKA Electrician)Reporting for Duty,HERE!!
Remembering the Other SGT (E-5) Golch,Phillip R. USAAF a veteran of WW2 My Dad who was called Home 15 August 1984
My AF Mom Shirley M.Golch(Nicknamed Sam) called home 25 sept 2003
Standing in for my cousins Keith A.Doyle SGT (E-4) USAF, Brian P Doyle,Specialist (E-4) USA 1987-1991 &Sgt (E-5) USAR 1991-1995,Judy Homes Duncan USN Chief Petty Officer (E-7)Retired
My late father in law Stanley J.Kobus A WW2 Veteran of N.Africa and Anzio called Home 30 april 2003
The late Jim Spiker USN called Home 10 December 2012.
My friend Douglas J.Campbell USAF 1984-2007 Retired E-6
And my Late Uncle Evan Golch ARNG Called Home 22 December 1981.
And My Uncle Richard E.Hirt USA Regular 1953-1955
And My Brother in law Allen Wilder a Vietnam Vet.(sadly I donot know what Branch or Years served)
And My Other Brother In Law Rodney Combs (sadly I donot know what Branch or Years served)
And adding the late Corrections Cpl Louis George Pontikos my supervisor at the Sheriff's Dept,and Navy Veteran.
and adding a family friend Irvin R. Oslin Sr. Sgt US Army.
Also adding a high school pal Jim Fink USAF and a Viet Nam Vet.

 I will always tell this story because I am proud of it.When I enlisted,I chose the USAF I had 2 weeks before my induction during that time Dad and I visited with my Aunt Glydes and he asked her "Remember when I went in? she replied yes,Dad throws his arm around me and says Well it's His Turn Now." Because of my Dad Saying that I thank Service Member with thank you for taking your turn to serve.
My Late Dad was a WW2 Veteran and a member of the US Army Air Force.
My only regret is that I cannot find a picture of Dad and Me in my AF Blues.

Today's Google Doodle

Happy Veteran's day to all of you.Past, present and future Soldiers.
To the soldier who did not come home;

To the Soldier who tells his incredible stories; which may fall on deaf ears to an unknowing civilian- but the twinkle in their eye resumes when speaking to a fellow service member whether it be past or present.

It is not about "freebies" and huge discounts.

It is about the sacrifice that each and every service member has made. Some gave their life.Others gave their time, their sanity, their youth and their innocence.

Young or Old. New or Seasoned...
when you are out today getting your free Starbuck's and buying new furniture and clothes at a huge discount..overhearing someone complaining about the line being too long for a free meal...

Be aware who is around you.please thank a Veteran...Korean War..World War II..Vietnam..Iraq..Afghanistan..Desert Storm...Desert Shield or Pearl Harbor.

They made, and keep making America the most beautiful country to live in. They serve(d) in silence, to protect freedom for us all. I am honored to have served for the greatest country in the world.

I am honored to have served along side of many of you.
Thank you. Thank you all SO much.Your service was, is, and will not be in vain. -Mystery

Happy Veterans Day

today is Veterans Day
and in Canada it is Rememberance Day

for ALL Veterans

YES WE DID THAT!

FRIDAY IS VETERANS DAY,AND SINCE YOU CAN READ THIS THANK A TEACHER,AND SINCE YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO READ THIS,THANK A VETERAN.

A thought.

We have enjoyed the redneck jokes for years. It's time to take a reflective look at the core beliefs of a culture that values home, family, country and God. If I had to stand before a dozen terrorists who threaten my life, I'd choose a half dozen or so rednecks to back me up. Tire irons, squirrel guns and grit -- that's what rednecks are made of. I hope I am one of those. If you feel the same, pass this on to your redneck friends. Y'all know who ya are!

You might be a redneck if: It never occurred to you to be offended by the phrase, 'One nation, under God.'

You might be a redneck if: You've never protested about seeing the 10 Commandments posted in public places.

You might be a redneck if: You still say ' Christmas' instead of 'Winter Festival.'

You might be a redneck if: You bow your head when someone prays.

You might be a redneck if: You stand and place your hand over your heart when they play the National Anthem.

You might be a redneck if: You treat our armed forces veterans with great respect, and always have.

You might be a redneck if: You've never burned an American flag, nor intend to.

You might be a redneck if: You know what you believe and you aren't afraid to say so, no matter who is listening.

You might be a redneck if: You respect your elders and raised your kids to do the same.

You might be a redneck if: You'd give your last dollar to a friend.

God Bless the USA!

IF YOU DON'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM.

IN GOD WE TRUST!

WITH A MAJOR TIP OF THE HAT TO SANDEE from whom I swiped this.

Veterans Day

TO ALL VETERANS, THANK FOR YOUR SERVICE.







I hope that I might run into some of my fellow vets at APPLEBEE'S today, since they are thanking us for our service with a free meal.

Veterans Day

Remember freedom is never free, someone paid for it with their life.

Please check out this link

a great posting

My blogging friend Nick has a great veteran's day posting on his site.Please go and check it out.Thank you Nick.

For all Veterans Now and forever!

I know that this is a day early,But it speaks to me. http://www.cpmsglife.org/pres/vday.html God Bless every one whom has served in our military and those that will.

TO MY FELLOW BLOGGERS,PLEASE FEEL FREE TO COPY AND PASTE THE WEB ADDRESS LISTED HERE! SPREAD THE WORD,HONOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN. THANK YOU ALL SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN FOR SREVING OUR COUNTRY!!!!!!!!!!!