So, I am really late posting this, but here is our favorite recruiter working the 1st Annual Veteran's Day Celebration in downtown SLO.
I know at times Kevin really misses his "real" job in the Navy, but he looks like he was having fun here to me! In all seriousness, this is just one more "challenging duty" role that I know Kevin will be proud to have been apart of in the future (if he's not already). I am so proud of him for his relentless commitment to both our country and our family. We both have made tremendous sacrifices, but overall I'd say giving up a very unique job that you absolutely love, for one that is less exciting and even more challenging is a sacrifice made out of respect and love for your family and their needs. Not a day goes by that I don't realize the hard work, dedication and commitment this sacrifice requires.
There are so many military members making similar sacrifices right now. I think they need to see our support more than ever during the holidays. Both my family and Kevin's family decided to participate in sending care packages to our deployed service members this holiday season (in lieu of gifting expensive gifts to one another). I encourage all of my blog readers to research ways you can show your appreciation (the internet is a great resource--many methods are FREE!). I know even hand written letters (the cost of a postal stamp) meant the world to my sailor when he was deployed overseas (the most appreciated were those written by strangers!). So, this holiday season, I encourage all of you to find one way to show your support toward our troops and/or their families.
Here are a few organizations I know of/am fond of:
http://www.letssaythanks.com/
http://www.treesfortroops.org/
http://www.anysoldier.com/
http://anysailor.com/
http://anymarine.com/
http://anyairman.com/
http://www.thecampaignstore.com/store/default.asp?parentid=448
http://www.gemusa.com/occ/10simplewaystosupportourtroops.html
Thank you for your support!
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