What I saw today were several handfuls of soldiers.
As I sat in an airport chair, I watched several people approach a soldier, with what I can only imagine, based on facial expressions, were words of gratitude. And those words were well deserved.
Often times when I see a soldier I too want to offer my thanks but I become too nervous and time slips away before I can freeze it.
I have a younger sister who is considering joining the military. Part of me is beyond proud of her while another part of me is scared that her name will go down as one of the fallen, one of the individuals that gave all. I guess that is the way that so many families feel as they watch their loved one head off to war.
And I guess that's the thing, there is still a battle being raged, multiple battles, everyday.
Once again I realize that I need to hug the ones I love just a little bit closer because life is fleeting and love is eternal.
Peace.
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