Wouldn't it be nice to tell all our troops how much we thank them?
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You cannot do anything that would mean more to a soldier than THANK him or her. That includes ALL VETERANS. Just walk up and say Thank You because if there were no veterans there may not be a you as you know it. As for the disenchanted soldiers... don't just count what this administration has done. There were many, many vets before you.
889792
Thank you for passing along those wonderful words of encouragement.\n\nCoach
526746
HELL YEAH!  ATTA BOY AND ATTA GIRL!  Give him a great big hug and tell him "Thanks!"  My enthusiasm is tempered somewhat by a heavy heart as I remember all those who have sacrificed life, limb, innocence, and peace of mind to fight for our country, right or wrong.  Without their answering the call to duty, you and I would not enjoy the freedom to mess around on this site.\nSHALL THEY NEVER BE FORGOTTEN AND ALWAYS FONDLY REMEMBERED!!!
853024
I hope ALL of them.  We should all pray that they do~~and volunteer to make it a thankful day for them as well.
45500
I just found a GREAT website to let you do just that.  See below so you can just click on it.  I applaud you and everyone else that sends mail to them.  Actually, I found 2 sites.  \n\nGOD BLESS THE USA AND OUR TROOPS ABROAD!
881993
Yes, there are people here in America who truly appreciate you and what you do.  I know I do!  I may not agree with the reasons for this war, but that's a problem with the government, not the military.  My father and both grandfathers are retired military and I have nothing but the deepest respect and admirition for the men and women serving in the US military now.  I don't see me losing that respect anytime soon.  So, in conclusion, yes, I would love to give a big Thank You!!! to you and everyone else serving in the military.
857991
I want to also thank the fallen vets, the living ones, and their families....for the support.
810167
We owe them thanks for their bravery and sacrifices. There is nothing great about the fact that they are there right now. I agree about the irony though.
123461
depends where you are. I've had people personally thank me for my service. I've also had college kids yell at throw stuff at my truck when they see the "Combat Veteran - U.S. Marines" decal on my back windshield. I think it's a mixed bag, but most people (whether they support the war or not) respect the sacrifices of the men and women in the military.
679926
I came back to the world in 1973. It wasn't until 1999 that somebody actually thanked me for my service. No war is ever popular, but the guys on the front lines aren't the ones that started it, they are just doing their duty as American Servicemen and women. The don't want to be there, we would all chose peace over war, but sometimes it takes the jawbone of an ass to stay safe. To those who say 'thanks', a sincere 'you're welcome'. To the others that served, thanks from me too. To those that are serving now, thank you, stay safe, keep your head down.
1028652
I have family and friends in Iraq and Kuwait, and i wish more people would support our troops and bring them home!
775651
Make sure to tell the ones you love that you are thankful for them!
1047870
Honestly - and I am speaking from experience - the best way to thank a veteran is to look them squarely in the eye, shake their hand and say, "Thank you."\n\nWe don't ask for or expect anything more, and that simple recognition has been known to bring tears to servicemembers eyes.\n\nOr, in my case, you can thank me with a Best Answer selection! LOL! JUST KIDDING!!!   :-P
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It is a day of HONOR, to our Veterans. I received many thank yous from friends and family, and it was very appreciated. A gift shouldn't be necessesary. For myself and most vets I know just knowing people remember and respect what we have done is more than enough. If someone wanted to spend money, I would tell them to donate time instead, and place flags on the graves of fallen Soldiers on Veterans day.
1114831
I would if I had to.  I'm grateful for the men and women who have volunteered so people like me can stay home.
54518
yes,I support our troops for everything they are doing for the people in Iraq my friends and I are sending ITEMS OVER TO THEM THAT the troops are requesting we are getting letters back and the people in oue communites are very helpful \n thank you
927556
Yes, I support our troops.\nI think the invasion of Iraq was a horrible mistake, but that certainly is not the fault of the troops.\nVery interesting points you make, although the rationing of resources I feel would be unnecessary.\nI would agree with your other two suggestions however.