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In reply to the discussion: Can I ask a Memorial Day favor? [View all]HassleCat
(6,409 posts)1. I feel you
Like you, I spent my "brilliant military career" not in any danger, but sitting in an engine room, watching a bunch of dials and gauges that never moved. In fact, I signed up for a technical program to avoid combat, because I knew I would get shot the first day. So, people thanking me for my service makes me think, "OK. I was happy to let somebody else run through the jungle in my place." To me, saying thank you to a veteran is nice, but put your money where your mouth is. Vote for people who will support adequate funding for the VA, an updated GI Bill, etc.
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Agreed. I also use it to honor my grandfather. We was a WWII vet who died on Memorial Day
PeaceNikki
May 2015
#23
So right that is why we have the ceremonies at the cemeteries. We also need to remember that
jwirr
May 2015
#24
I agree that it's not just VA medical--they've got other issues of an institutional
MADem
May 2015
#47
Thank you, hootinholler. Thanks for the reminder what Memorial Day is really about!
sabrina 1
May 2015
#46