I don’t support the government’s current wars, which all are unconstitutional because Congress never declared war in any of them, as mandated by the U.S. Constitution.
But I support the troops. First, I support them so much I want to bring them home right away.
Second, I support military families. I was in the military myself, the U.S. Army from 1978-82, so I saw first hand the hard time these families have — especially when the troops are sent overseas, and even more so when the troops go into combat.
A great resource is The Kitchen Dispatch, by my friend Kanani Fong, whose husband is a military surgeon. She is a professional writer, and she writes every day. A sample blog is below; the picture is from that blog:
Compassionate, Quick, and Constant: A tribute to the medical teams
Today is one of those quiet, introspective days when I give thanks for all that we have. When I count my blessings that we are able to share our knowledge, expertise and experience with those who need it most.
Here’s a shout out to a group who has been charged with what seems to be the impossible. These are the techs, nurses, doctors, orderlies, janitors who work tirelessly to bring some semblance of peace into days wrenched with conflict, tension and uncertainty. Under conditions that most would never imagine, they save lives, take care of the wounded, and for those for whom it is too late, prayers are said and tears are shed.
So here’s to the solid professionals. The Real Deals. The Right Stuff. To the Forward Surgical Teams who will do this time and time again. Amazing. Utterly, spectacularly breathtaking. Their courage and commitment is to be admired.
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John,
It’s really great being able to talk to you and also know that I have your support. There is an instant bond between military families and veterans that most people will never comprehend. I know I can always count on a vet. I know that others might offer, but that chances are they won’t follow through. Sad, but true.
I think that there’s an unspoken need for us to be warriors when it comes to the military family and the soldiers’ long term mental health, occupational, professional, medical and educational needs. It’s not enough to say “bring them home,” we must not shirk our responsibility to ensure they have something to come home to.
Anyway, I’m hoping you will start to cover veterans issues. Thanks for the hit, and I’ll send you a photo to fill in that post.