I am fortunate to get to work with our soldiers everyday. I see first hand the hard work, dedication they put forth. I see the sacrifices they make, whether it is the long hours, the time away from their families or the injuries they have sustained serving our great country.

They never complain!

I am honored that I get to work with them each day. That I can call many of them friends.

I am blessed to have been born an American, that despite its many flaws it is still the greatest country and I have all of our armed services to thank for being able to write this. Our right to challenge and change our elected officials is part of what makes us so great. Our military is what keeps that right for us.

I am honored that I get to thank our soldiers and veterans everyday. I hope that you will take the time to personally say thank you to at least one today. It really does mean a lot to them.