We must remember the true meaning of Veterans Day

As a proud Afghanistan veteran who is preparing for Veterans Day, I find it tragic that so many of my fellow Americans view Nov. 11 as just another day off from work.

I lost a friend in Afghanistan's Operation Enduring Freedom, and I made a promise to his family that they would never, ever be forgotten.

With wars on two fronts — and the Veterans Affairs workload topping 1 million claims — it's time for all Americans to remember the true meaning of Veterans Day. Call one of our local VFW Posts to take part in our ceremonies.

And as we near the holidays, please keep our deployed troops and their families in your prayers. Send a care package or donate to the program that supports our troops and veterans, such as VFW Operation Uplink (www.operationuplink.org).

Always remember those who have fought for your freedom.

Staff Sgt. Crystal Barton

Mike,
Thanks for posting! Too many Americans think Veterans Day is just another holiday. Another paid holiday!

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The Senate is expected to vote on Senate Bill 1963, The Caregiver and Veterans Health Service Act of 2009 before Veterans Day.

S. 1963 helps our most severely wounded warriors by enabling them come home from hospitals to be cared for at home by those they know and trust.

Please honor those veterans who are now unable to live safely on their own by urging your senators to vote yes on S. 1963. To send a personal message directly to your senators, please click here:

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I managed to pull it up....great videos, Thanks!

Beautiful Tribute. Well Deserved.