Far too often we take our freedom for granted. It's easy to do. Simple things like going to Church, wearing the clothing of our choice, and other things we do everyday that people in other countries have no control over. Freedom is a wonderful thing. Recently I have gained a new perspective on freedom. My brother-in-law joined the Army Reserves back in November. He has been in Boot Camp since then learning how to serve and protect our country. And tomorrow...he will graduate Boot Camp as a squad leader and with a slew of supporters there for him. Thank you to each and every soldier...active, inactive, disabled...all soldiers past, present, and future! Thank you for your selfless love for our country! We are so proud of each and every one of you!
This man...this soldier...has made the choice to help serve and protect our country...and for that I am eternally grateful. This, by the way, is my brother-in-law. You can continue to follow his story over at my sisters blog, I Love You to Pieces.
We are lucky to be Americans. A lovely post. It's great that he joined the Army Reserves but we sure could use guys like him in the real Army. I just don't always understand it when young men want to join the Reserves when they are needed so much more in the Army. When your husband is in the Army and is actually fighting you just wish that he had all the help he can get. I'm sorry I'm feeling ugly today he was suppose to come home next month and they've extended his time once again. I don't mean to be a wet blanket, just makes me wonder. ~Anne~
ReplyDeleteAnne-I wish I had a way to directly contact you. Thank you for your comment. I am thankful for your husband and I will pray he comes home soon. I am not sure why he chose to join the reserves. That was something my sister and him had to decide and we have to support him. I do know that his unit is currently sending some men overseas. Not sure where but hopefully some will find their way to your husband. Also, thank you for supporting your husband in serving our country. The Army wives sometimes don't get the thanks. So thank you again!
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