Remembering Our Soldiers

I'm hijacking Kristi's Blog topic...somewhat. Check hers out. I checked out the CNN memorial she mentioned--it includes soldiers from all over the world.

I often wonder what happened to a student of mine, a marine, who was deployed to Iraq almost three years ago. I can see his face. I cannot remember his name. He was very excited about going and serving his country. He told me there is nothing like the rush that one gets when "dodging" gunfire. Kristi calls upon us to remember those who are still fighting, as well as those who fought. I call upon you to remember those who do it and did it with a willing heart and enthusiasm. I also call upon you to remember those who don't go to battle, but whose contribution to the safety of our country is critical, nontheless.