Veteran's Day Salute

In 1967, a young man from rural Illinois just graduated high school. Half a world away a war was raging, and fearing the draft, he enlists to ensure himself proper training. He arrives in Vietnam in 1968 during the infamous Tet Offensive. Countless sleepless nights and sights and sounds that he couldn't forget soon enough filled his tour. The bravery that it took to knowingly place himself in that situation is amazing, as is the bravery it takes for anyone to volunteer a portion of their life to military action. Thankfully, that young man made it home safely and I still have him around to call him dad. Veteran's Day is for you, dad, and all the brave men and women who volunteer their lives before our own. Thank you.