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i am so blessed with awesome family...and one of the things that helps define it is the men and women who have served the United States of America...fought and are fighting for freedom around the world.  
my dad is one of 8 kiddos...4 brothers, 3 of which who voluntarily served in the military all during Vietnam
my grandpa was a WWII vet...and all 5 of his brother-in-laws fought as well
i have a butt load of cousins who have retired and one currently serving his second tour in Iraq.

my dad...isn't he so handsome???

grandpa and grandma when grandpa came home...so cute!

this is my old school cousin carey...a marine of yesteryear

my cousin-in-law Greg...this was taken last week in Iraq.
it's the actual pic with no boosting or color changes...yucky sandstorms!! (greg has a wife and 4 kids...pray for them too)

so on this 11-11 veterans day...remember all who served.
pray for the freedom of the US.  pray for the families who sacrifice for our freedoms.  pray for the wives and husbands who have to say good bye to their spouse to fight for what is right around the world.  pray for those currently serving; for peace and strength and comfort and safety.  pray for our country and our governments.  pray for the people, around the world.

and, remember to say thanks...
it's veteran's day...so thanks for your love and service!
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adoption info for the day....

interested in supporting companies that made the top of the list being the top adoption friendly-ist (ok i know it's not a word, but youo'll have to get over it...i'm tired)?  

Comments

Anonymous said…
I couldn't have said it better myself!
~K
April said…
What a wonderful tribute to all those who've given so much to ensure our freedom. We, without a doubt, live in the greatest country in the world! God Bless America!
Karen said…
What a beautiful post! I couldn't agree with you more.
Unknown said…
what a BEAUTIFUL post and the pix are amazing! stopping by from SITS to say Hi!
Karen said…
What a great post - and an awesome heritage of serving our country.
Carrie said…
Amen sister, Amen...Great post!!
Mc Allen said…
Wow, great post. So true and how wonderul these pics are ... Thank for the reminder!! LA
tiarastantrums said…
wow - that is a lot of service men!!
Anonymous said…
I JUST LOVE old pics.
Kacey said…
Love the pictures. I will keep everyone in my prayers.
Michelle said…
Who doesn't love a man in a uniform?? Thanks to the generations of men in your family who have served in the military! :)
Melisa S. said…
What a great tribute!
Anonymous said…
Awwww what a great post. We must not forget... and always give thanks. Thank you~
Jen said…
Thanks for helping me remember.
CIRCLE OF LIFE said…
THANK YOU SO MUCH IAM THE BLESSED FOR FOR BEING ABLE TO READ AND LERN ABOUT ALL OF YOU , THAT IS ONE PRETTY AWESOME LARGE FAMILY OF GODS AMAZING WHAT GOD IS DOING THROUGH YOU, I FIND THAT EACH BABY NO MATTER WEAR THEY ARE FROM WEATHER ADOPTED OR FOSTER OR YOURS OR HECK EVEN A NEIGHBORS OR A FRIENDS CHILD THEY ALL ARE SPECIAL ONE BY ONE . THANKS FOR TAKING THE TIME OUT OF YOUR DAY TO BLESS MINE AND STOP BY, I SURE LIKE TO STOP BY AGAIN IF THAT IS OK AND FOLLOW YOUR JOURNY THROUGH GOD . YOUR FAMILY IS SIMILY BEAUTIFUL..


GO VETS IT RIGHT MY HUSBAND IS A FORMER ARMY RANGER HIM SELD WAS 82 ND AIR BORN HOME NOW NO LONGER IN HOWEVER IS A LOVING DADDY ALWAYS BUSTY WITH THREE GIRLS MY SELF AND TWO DAUGHTER THAT ADORE HIM MORE THEN HE KNOWS. ONCE AGAIN THANKS FOR STOPING BY AND PLEASE DO COME BACK, I WOULD LOVE TO REAM MORE COMMENTS I ENJOY COMMENT THEY MAKE MY DAY A BREAK OUT OF MOMMY LIFE IF YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN SOME HUMAN CHAT IS ALWAYS MUCH NEEDED EVEN IF ITS BY BLOGGER LIKE YOURSELF.

TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS.

MICHELLE
lori said…
Thanking EACH and every one of them for their service...For the families who gave so much so they could serve...they remain in our hearts and prayers...and that Maxine button was THE BEST...I have to echo her sentiments...HA! :)

How is that knee?? and pink lemonade...I like it..we are out of milk as I type:)

peace,
lori
carrhop said…
What a great way to commemorate the day, by giving us a great family history and wonderful pictures! Thanks so much!!

Blessings!
AndreaLeigh said…
Thank you for stopping by my blog and entering my giveaway. Happy Veteran's Day, and thanks for your kind words. I read the post to my husband, a sailor, and he says thank you as well.
Tabitha Blue said…
Wonderful post... and great photos! They are just priceless and touching. :)
Michelle said…
what a great tribue; I enjoyed all the photos too!

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