Spin off for those that have served in the military

“My pleasure” or “you’re welcome.” It used to bother me, where I wanted to say “how the f*ck do you know what I did?” Now I’m older and feel folks are saying it because they don’t know what else to say and want to say something, so I try to give them some grace.

“Thanks but I was in the Navy. Got to visit lots of countries for free during my time. Had a blast.”

I don't reply, just nod. When I joined it wasn't because of hardship or money problems. It was because I loved my country. Nothing less. I never expected a thank you for anything
It was 1984, when I joined. I had a full ride to Tulane and turned it down. My Dad was pissed. No regrets
Semper Fi!
Finished at LSU on the GI bill
GEAUX TIGERS!!

I generally nod and if the person is around my age think “bet you weren’t thinking that in 1970.”

I usually would ask them what they did and if it was gainfull employment thank them for keeping the economy afloat. Without our economy we have no military.

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A very quick and uncomfortable thank you

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Maybe it's uncomfortable because you're answering a thank you with a thank you?

Throughout the year, “thank you,” but this upcoming weekend I generally shun in because it triggers a whole bunch of emotions.

I had the time of my life. Of three life experiences one of my biggest shapers. Bonds of those I served with are unreal and those that never came home(even though they are few) I often think of what we as Americans lost in the loss of them.

I simply say “it made me”

I nod and say, "thank you."