Thank you to veterans throughout the USA
Today we recognize nationally those men and women who, whether through patriotic choice, personal desire to serve or through war time need served in our armed forces. I especially appreciate the time, energy and dedicated that my grandpa Wood and grandpa Sherrill gave to ensure that I and my children would have a safe nation to call home. To all of my aunts and uncles who have served, I extend my thanks to you as well.
For those whom I do not know, as well as their families, thank you for giving of yourselves, your family members and in some cases their lives, to allow us to continue to enjoy the freedom and opportunity that America provides to all of her citizens. I frequently remind myself of the saying that I've heard repeated throughout my life, "Freedom is never free."
Thank you.