Comments on: A Little Friday Gratitude: Those Who Risk Their Lives – So I Don’t Have To

By: Ambulance Mommy

Ambulance Mommy — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 22:43:41 +0000

i can’t believe i missed this post….talk about falling behind in my blog reading!

anyway, its a bit late, but thanks CPA and Tabitha…those were some really nice words. Honestly, I volunteer as an EMT because it’s fun for me. I really like to help people. Sure sometimes they aren’t so nice back to me, or sometimes I complain about “repeat offenders” but its cool to look back on your day and say “you know what, I helped someone today”

I just “adopted” a soldier and she’s a medic for a security team in Iraq, and what I told her is this:
I can’t do what you do. That’s beyond me. But I’m doing the best I can here to make sure that the country you are defending is safe while you guys are gone. And that’s the truth….I’m just trying to do my part, tiny as it is. So thanks for the thank you…it means a lot

By: admin

admin — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 11:05:53 +0000

What a great post! I used to know an EMT who would tell me all kinds of stories about his day-to-day job and I remember wondering how he was able to handle what he did for a living. I don’t think most of us would be able to deal with the things that he saw on a regular basis. So I, too, am grateful for those who sacrifice and work hard to make sure the rest of us are protected and safe.

By: CPA's Sister

CPA's Sister — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:25:29 +0000

Nice post and I agree with Wife of Odie–would love to see more from you! Love, Sis

By: The Wife of Odie

The Wife of Odie — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 18:19:46 +0000

P.S. --I think we need to have more posts from the CPA!! He's so great! The Wife of Odie´s last blog post..new york

By: Janet

Janet — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:26:30 +0000

Both my parents served in the Navy during WWII. Neither of them ever mentioned problems sleeping to us kids, although I am sure they had terrible memories of that time. They were proud to serve. And we were proud of them.

Thank you Jefferson.

By: Jefferson

Jefferson — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 03:06:24 +0000

There is a quote that my Drill Instructor, at Paris Island, told us that we had to live by:
“People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf.”George Orwell
I was to learn that I was capable of doing things that went against everything I was taught growing up, in church and by my parents. While I realize that I did what was required to keep myself and my fellow Marines alive, it did not make it easier to live with. It has been almost twenty years but I still have dreams ever so often.
It is nice to hear someone say thank you when it is not expected. I am used to most people taking our military members and veterans for granted. So thank you.

By: Sarah @ BecomingSarah.com

Sarah @ BecomingSarah.com — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 11:26:27 +0000

I absolutely think it's true that to some extent the general population - or at least a good chunk of the general population - has forgotten how lucky they are to have servicemen and women who fight for them everyday. I don't know that I wholly agree with the link to a desensitization to violence. Excuses are excuses, no matter how great they sound on paper. But I do think it's a pity so few people remember to be thankful for those who essentially safeguard their future. Sarah @ BecomingSarah.com´s last blog post..The baby that is not.

By: The Wife of Odie

The Wife of Odie — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 16:15:16 +0000

I loved this post. It's so true, we are so blessed to be safe. I am grateful that I haven't had to experience anything traumatic in my life so far. Hooray for good dreams!! The Wife of Odie´s last blog post..4th of July

By: Mindee

Mindee — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 14:25:25 +0000

That was beautifully put. I’ve never thought to be thankful for my dreams – or lack thereof.

By: Hokie Deb

Hokie Deb — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:01:25 +0000

–>I live in a military town and am thankful everyday to not only those in the military but their families who support them while they’re gone.

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