Veteran's Day

Every Independence Day and Veteran's Day the husband and I line the driveway with miniature American flags. I am sure some who cruise past wonder why we would do such a thing, but there are others who I am sure get a smile from our efforts.

Last evening we ventured out to line the drive and we shared a giggle or two about appreciative comments we have received about our patriotic gesture. This morning, as the sun shed her light across the front lawn, I began to see the frost on our line of flags.

Not unlike so many things in life, patriotism has her seasons. In recent years, there has been a degree of uneasiness in regards to patriotism. Many have shied away from hanging the flag, saying the pledge, or even thanking a veteran. Perhaps we can go so far as to say that patriotism has gone out of style a bit.

While there may be frost on the flags in the front yard, those who appreciate this great nation will not allow the trendy seasons to impact our affection for our home! Our fiery passion for freedom will not be cooled by the ignorance of those who cannot see beyond themselves. We will bond, we will serve, we will fight to preserve!

Thank you to all our veterans out there! Thank you to the VFW's, American Legion for offering a gathering place. Thank you to the employers, the churches, the families and the schools for supporting all of our patriots!

The Rubber City has her grit, and she has a passionate population of service members, both past and present. Rock on, Rubber City Veterans!

Choose to serve, choose to abstain, choose to protest, or choose to refrain. Only here do we all have the birthright to make the choice!

A seasonal 'Happy Veteran's Day' well wish!

Things for vets to consider today:

Applebee's free dinner
Bob Evans will donate 15% of meals to the USO today
Chili's has some discounted/free meals for veterans
Home Depot and Lowe's are keeping the veteran discount alive today


Enjoy a meal, enjoy a hike, enjoy the day and have peace in knowing that you are free :)