Our Men

I hope everyone will join me in a prayer for our boys that are active duty now and our Men that have served and those that have given the ultimate gift for our freedom. If you're a civilian you need to understand that for most of our fighting men this is the most significant thing they have ever done or will ever do. They have a deep sense of pride and would do it all over again for "us". They are the reason my grandchildren run and play free. They are the reason I enjoy my trips into the desert with my wife and relish the vast openness of this great nation. They are the reason we can all have such vast diferences of opinion and have the freedom to express those opinions without fear of death or retribution. They are the reason we are Free. I served my country in a time of peace and never faced the ugliness of war and the damaging effects it carries with it. I have two beautiful boys that are serving now and I pray for them every night. Please keep Nasir and Amir in your prayers and know that they are proud and thankfull for the chance to defend your right to voice your opinion and speak what you feel is rightouse. We are a blessed nation with young men that are willing to fight for our freedom. So please pray for them all and the next time you see a long haired, unshaven charactor hangin out on the roadside wearing an old military jacket with a sign asking for money, remember you have no idea what he went through and maybe a little compassion will change his life. May God Bless this great nation and keep those that serve and have served safe. Thanks everyone, Sparky

I didn't mean to not mention our Women! I worked with outstanding Women while in the military and I must say they make excellent leaders! OOOOPS! Seriously the women in the military are an awesome bunch. Believe me I know!

I know what you meant and yes.. I thank them.. all of them.. for their sacrifices.. and the families who love them.. for their sacrifices. THANK YOU ALL and PRAYERS TO ALL

HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY and THANK YOU SPARKSTER for all you have done and continue to do for this country in your work!!! Your boys (and Deb's) are in my thoughts and prayers as well.... Well said above (although until I read your second posting I was wondering what you were thinking of the female types but I see it now )......being a Navy Wife I have totally realized more and more sacrifices people have made for our country and continue to do whether it is overseas or on our land. My dad is a Vet, so are two of my uncles and several friends besides my lovely husband. A true sacrifice for our country! We need to continue to be grateful to them EVERYDAY not just today...... Happy Memorial Day!!!! Annie

Happy Memorial day to you too Darlin. I seriously worked and had working for me exceptional women. Deb and I had a great weekend. We went out and bought an 1982 Honda 110 ATV for 20 bucks and turns out all it needs is a 40 Dollar set of rings. It's really a cute little scooter and Deb and I are tickled with it. Now we have something for 6 people to ride when we head out to the desert. Nasir is coming out next month and hopefully my oldest son Rob can come out too and we'll all take off into the desert. Hope ya have a good Memorial Day sweetie. We miss ya a lot! Sparky

I am right there with you sparky two of my dearest friends are involved in the military one is in iraq and i am so proud of her and the other is doing his training to go there this winter so i have an amazing amount of reapect for these wonderful individuals you sacrafice so much for each and everyone of us your boys are always in my prayers i ask the same for my friends please that you keep them in your prayers and thank you i am so happy for your boys by the way an amazing story they are you are truly blessed and they are blessed to have you

Right on! They are an amazing bunch of guys and gals aren't they. Happy Memorial Day sweetie! Sparky

I would like to add.. RIP Uncle Larry (ARMY, retired) RIP Uncle Bob (Navy, Killed while on leave) RIP Uncle Claude (Marines, retired) RIP Grandpa (Army, retired) RIP Uncle Billy(Army, Killed in Action) You served during a time when your sacrifces made the difference in my life growing up, I miss you all... Thank you for your sacrifice, some with your life.. Thank you to those currently serving our country: you joined during war time.. PO2 Nasir USN (Son) (leaving on 2nd deployment in October) PFC Amir US Army (Son) (possible 1st deployment in September) LT Commander Jeff Palmgren MD USN (brother) Sgt Donald Cary Army (Nephew) (currently serving in Iraq on 2nd deployment) Now serving 19 years... LT Col. Don Williams Army (Cousin) (currently serving in Iraq on 3rd deployment) To those who continue to serve in other ways Robert Underwood (Airforce, retired) Husand IF YOU CANT STAND BEHIND THE TROOPS.......... PLEASE STAND IN FRONT OF THEM

I forgot... RIP Uncle Dwayne US Marine

Thank You Sparky for this : Prayer is done Bless you my brother