[Paul T]

Most of us who post on the forum who served did so in the 50's through the late 90's. I just want to say for the service person who serves today. I do support you in heart and on bended knee. I had it fairly cushy for the 17 years I was in the Nav. but let me just say that there is no way in hell or Gods green earth that I could muster the strength and dedication that you people exhibit on a daily basis to get the job done.

I am not even going to try and compete with any experience that you had. I did sweat. Some how to me,what you do seems more like what the greatest generation did in WW II. I am in no way taking away
any honor that Korean or Nam vets do deserve. I am proud to walk by their side even today as I see them at the VA clinic or in the hospitals across the country.
But some how it is in my soul to extend my hand to my
brothers and sisters who serve the Flag today. I love you with a brotherly love and wish to respect you with the deepest I can muster. You deserve much more.
GMG1 (sw) Paul Wilsford USN ret

[MosinRuger]

I have never served in the military but I have much respect for those who do. They risk their lives so that we can live in freedom and peace. I thank you all whether currently serving or veterans. I am proud to be an American.

[Handgunner101]

Quote:       Originally Posted by Paul T

Most of us who post on the forum who served did so in the 50's through the late 90's. I just want to say for the service person who serves today. I do support you in heart and on bended knee. I had it fairly cushy for the 17 years I was in the Nav. but let me just say that there is no way in hell or Gods green earth that I could muster the strength and dedication that you people exhibit on a daily basis to get the job done. I am not even going to try and compete with any experience that you had. I did sweat. Some how to me,what you do seems more like what the greatest generation did in WW II. I am in no way taking away any honor that Korean or Nam vets do deserve. I am proud to walk by their side even today as I see them at the VA clinic or in the hospitals across the country. But some how it is in my soul to extend my hand to my brothers and sisters who serve the Flag today. I love you with a brotherly love and wish to respect you with the deepest I can muster. You deserve much more. GMG1 (sw) Paul Wilsford USN ret

Paul, much like you, I served during peace time '79 - '89. We don't get to choose the circumstances of our service. I solute those who serve in conflict and wish I could be there with them. I fixed a lot of jets in my day and would give anything to be doing it right now.

[rice paddy dadd]

As a Vietnam vet I served 12 months in the combat zone. My heart goes out to the young men and women who go back again and again. You guys and gals are much stronger than I could ever dream of being. Please know that those of us who have gone before appreciate what you are doing and I personally pray for your safety each and every morning.
Thank you for standing guard so old guys like me can sleep at night.