Veterans Day

Today is a day to honor those who currently serve, those who served in the past, those who paid the ultimate price while serving our country, as well as those who's heroic efforts saved the lives of others. Also to all men and women who put their lives on the line to work in support fields, such as doctors and nurses, communication experts, anyone who serves selflessly.

Veterans fit into many categories. We don't know the details like the Veterans do, but they'll be the first to tell you that not all Veterans are heroes. I salute every Veteran who is serving our country, willing to do whatever it takes to support the United States of America.

I was in the Air Force back in the seventies, but due to some medical issues, didn't get to serve for long. When I tell true Veterans that, they scoff and say that since I volunteered to serve with the right intentions, I am a Veteran.

Let's not forget that it wasn't long ago that a Veteran went to prison for killing some of our own troops. Another for killing a family without cause. Guys like that are obviously not to be saluted today. Veterans Day should celebrate all people who volunteered to serve their our country for honorable reasons, with special thanks to those who served in harms way.

I think its the same with police officers and fire fighters. One need only to reflect on the horrific events of 9/11 to see the heroics of men and women who served as first responders, going into the towers without a thought about themselves. There are those who were lost trying to save those stuck in the rubble. There were also the brave souls who decided to take down the plane they were on, knowing the result to protect the White House.

At the same time, there are police officers and fire fighters who get into the public service business for the wrong reasons. Some are on power trips or are serving some other selfish motive by joining.

Here's to the true heroes of our country. God bless you!

See you tomorrow.