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Memorial Day can be very lonely for a Vet
Posted on 5/25/14 at 9:08 pm
Posted on 5/25/14 at 9:08 pm
For those that have lost comrades on the field of battle, despite all our efforts to put it behind us, on this day, it all comes back.
Each M-Day is different for me. I endured the most prolific flashback & celebrated their lives with joy on others. Their were years I have shared with family or simply withdrawn to my thoughts.
It has been my pleasure in life, despite the situation, to have walked down the road in Vietnam with the best of the best. I look at a pic of Arlington, visit the Vietnam Memorial in DC & think, there, but for for the grace of God & the men with which I served, go I.
My simple request to the OT is please reach out to anyone you know that has served in combat. Let them know they can share their thoughts of the day & not be alone.
Semper Fi!
Each M-Day is different for me. I endured the most prolific flashback & celebrated their lives with joy on others. Their were years I have shared with family or simply withdrawn to my thoughts.
It has been my pleasure in life, despite the situation, to have walked down the road in Vietnam with the best of the best. I look at a pic of Arlington, visit the Vietnam Memorial in DC & think, there, but for for the grace of God & the men with which I served, go I.
My simple request to the OT is please reach out to anyone you know that has served in combat. Let them know they can share their thoughts of the day & not be alone.
Semper Fi!
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Posted on 5/25/14 at 9:10 pm to Tigerntx
Semper Fidelis
Posted on 5/25/14 at 9:13 pm to Tigerntx
Tigerntx, I'm not a vet BUT have joined our local Team RWB chapter. SO MANY of the members ARE vets and they've all said how the normal, social and physical interactions have been wonderful for them.
Physical meaning bike rides, runs, WOD programs ... check it out. There's probably one in your area.
Also if anyone happens to be in the Lafayette area, wear blue along with Team RWB is hosting a free Memorial Day run/walk starting at 6:30 am at Fresh Market. 5k, 10k and half marathon distances available.
Thank you for your service!
(Really, PLEASE check out Team RWB!!!)
Physical meaning bike rides, runs, WOD programs ... check it out. There's probably one in your area.
Also if anyone happens to be in the Lafayette area, wear blue along with Team RWB is hosting a free Memorial Day run/walk starting at 6:30 am at Fresh Market. 5k, 10k and half marathon distances available.
Thank you for your service!
(Really, PLEASE check out Team RWB!!!)
Posted on 5/25/14 at 9:15 pm to Tigerntx
Great post.
Many heartfelt thanks to all our vets.
Many heartfelt thanks to all our vets.
Posted on 5/25/14 at 9:15 pm to GeauxxxTigers23
Thank you for all you have done for this great country. I will see vets tomorrow and I will go out of my way to thank them and listen to their stories.
Posted on 5/25/14 at 9:35 pm to Tigerntx
Semper Fi!!! 
Posted on 5/25/14 at 9:36 pm to Tigerntx
Well said, thank you for your service.
Posted on 5/25/14 at 9:36 pm to Tigerntx
Well said & God Bless & Thank You for your service.
Posted on 5/25/14 at 9:40 pm to Tigerntx
Just spent the evening with a very good friend. WW2 Navy vet, enlisted when he was 16 or 17, always loved listening to his stories. He taught me how to cuss, dirty jokes and to explore the world.
This post was edited on 5/25/14 at 9:42 pm
Posted on 5/25/14 at 9:44 pm to Tigerntx
Thank you for your service
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Posted on 5/25/14 at 10:08 pm to drockw1
Posted on 5/25/14 at 10:50 pm to Tigerntx
Thank you for your service, but this line:
is more appropriate for Veterans' Day. Memorial Day is more specific and is for those who have given that last full measure in defense of this country. I'm sure you understand this, so I hope my comment doesn't come across as a slam against you. By the way, I'd like to know who gave your post a "down vote" and why?
quote:
please reach out to anyone you know that has served in combat
is more appropriate for Veterans' Day. Memorial Day is more specific and is for those who have given that last full measure in defense of this country. I'm sure you understand this, so I hope my comment doesn't come across as a slam against you. By the way, I'd like to know who gave your post a "down vote" and why?
Posted on 5/25/14 at 11:09 pm to Tigerntx
ra'd for sticky
Posted on 5/25/14 at 11:38 pm to thejudge
My friend, i raise my glass to you.
Posted on 5/26/14 at 12:37 am to Tigerntx
Thanks and God Bless
Posted on 5/26/14 at 12:57 am to Tigerntx
Thank for your service in Vietnam.
I am proud to call myself a Vet as well and love the dudes I have served with and still serve with today.
There is no better calling in life.
I am proud to call myself a Vet as well and love the dudes I have served with and still serve with today.
There is no better calling in life.
Posted on 5/26/14 at 5:40 am to FlyingTiger06
Cheers to you & your friends
Everyday is Memorial Day!
Everyday is Memorial Day!
Posted on 5/26/14 at 5:50 am to Cracker
Thank you 
Posted on 5/26/14 at 5:52 am to Tigerntx
quote:
Tigerntx
Good post. Semper Fi Marine!
Posted on 5/26/14 at 5:52 am to Tigerntx
Was at Jefferson Barracks Memorial Cemetery the past month to bury my Uncle, it's staggering the rows and rows of headstones.
So many great men giving so much to our country.
So many great men giving so much to our country.
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