Kris, you inspired me to do something while on vacation. While having breakfast one morning I noticed an older man and his wife sitting there. He was wearing an "army - retired" hat with unit pin and purple heart pin, obviously seen action. So I went up to him and thanked him for his service. He turned his hat around and showed me the POW pin. 3 years as a Korean war POW. It was incredible. So thank you Kris for helping me meet this man.
This is the sort of interaction I have every chance I get when I see anyone in a uniform, Veteran's Hat, Unit shirt, or Blue Star insignia. Knowing I've inspired others to follow my example and share the gratitude every American should feel for those who serve gives me a sense of accomplishment.
Have you ever voiced your gratitude? Was it a rewarding experience for you?
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Everytime I'm out in public and see some old Vet with any kind of military hat on, I always say: "Nice hat!"
They usually look at me kind of funny then rememeber the hat they have on and say: "thanks."
If they have an Army hat, I ask what they did etc.
If they have a Marine hat on, I tell them I'm thankfull the Marines gave us ammo in Fallujah.
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