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<\/a>This photo was sent to me by Spc. Ryan Drahman who I have supported since we met on a flight in July 2010. It is of U.S. and Afghan soldiers look out from their detachment as their colleague injured from a roadside bomb attack is carried on a stretcher for evacuation aboard a helicopter of "Dustoff" medevac team, Task Force Shadow in Kandahar province, Afghanistan September 27, 2010. REUTERS\/Erik de Castro (AFGHANISTAN)<\/p><\/div>\n
This blog entry is for our valiant heroes, and my way of thanking you for the sacrifices you have made and continue to\u00a0make daily in the name of honor, valor, commitment, and duty.\u00a0 Below you will find thoughts from random people giving their thanks … may you find comfort in the words, and know this Thanksgiving we are each saluting you, your families and those who love you the most.<\/p>\n
“Happy Thanksgiving to all our brave men and women. How can we ever repay you for your sacrifices and service? Please know that we give thanks for you, not just today…. but every day. Stay safe! Stay strong!” Jody<\/p>\n
“This is for each and every one of you who have fought, are fighting or will fight to defend our Freedoms and our Country… You might be away from your family during this Holiday Season…. Thank you for ALL you do for us… It is due to your sacrifices that we Stand Tall and are able to live without living in fear… THANK YOU ….” Sheilah<\/p>\n
“As we congregate together this week for the Thanksgiving holiday, I wwanted to take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of the holiday.\u00a0 Your service is a shining reflection, a sacrifice that is sincerely appreciated – one that I am so grateful for.\u00a0 I can’t imagine what you go through on a daily basis – but know you are supported.\u00a0 Thank you!”\u00a0 Mary<\/p>\n
“God bless you for your dedication and service to our country! Too often we take our freedom for granted but because of people like you, wee can enjoy living in the greatest country in the world” David<\/p>\n
“It is a privelege to write a note of thanks through the compassion of The Sky Angel.\u00a0 Somehow, saying thank you for your dedicated service to our country seems so insufficient.\u00a0 As we know, freedom is not free … we have to pay a price and sacrifice for our liberty.\u00a0 I commend you, your service is appreciated more than I can express.\u00a0 God Bless You!” Retired LE Officer, Ken<\/p>\n
“Thank you for the sacrifices you make each and every day for all of us.\u00a0 I talked to a soldier today that is leaving for assignment for one year.\u00a0 He had just said good-bye to his little boy.\u00a0 I felt his pain, however it also made me realize what you give up to serve our country.\u00a0 I can’t thank you enough or express my appreciation for being so giving – be safe – good luck, and know you are loved.”\u00a0 Rhonda<\/p>\n
“I am an active duty NCO with a son on deployment overseas. He will be away from his wife, 2 year old son and the rest of his family during this upcoming holiday season.\u00a0 I too have been kept away from my family and friends on deployment over the holidays.\u00a0 There is nothing I can say to prevent the feelings of isolation and loneliness you will most likely feel.\u00a0 All I can say is\u00a0 stay focused on your dutieis and close to yoru brother soldiers and know your friends and family are thinking about you warmly. Happy holidays, and stay strong.” Joe<\/p>\n
“The media on this side of the world is full of stories about Sgt. Guinta, his actions, his honor code, and his dedication to his unit.\u00a0 I was an Air Force officer, so I undesrstand the military, however, I was never in combat, so I can’t imagine what you guys are going through.\u00a0 Reading about Sgt. Guinta and how he risked his life to save a brother if only to keep the enemy from taking Sgt. Brennan’s body touched me deeply.\u00a0 You men have an honor that I can’t comprehend.\u00a0 You will carry scars from combat, scars from lost friends, and the scar from war for the rest of your lives: and we cannot thank you enough.\u00a0 My son is ten and when I read newspaper or maagazine accounts of your heroism in battle, I read them to him.\u00a0 I am sure many other American fathers do also.\u00a0 If not, I am ashamed for them, because they have no concept of duty or honor or love of country.\u00a0 I don’t know if you have read Gen Eisenhouser’s letter of D-Day?\u00a0 If not, you should.\u00a0 He said ‘Americans and the Allied soldiers were fighting the great crusade against an evil the world could not tolerate’.\u00a0 That is the battle you men are fighting; most of us over here know that.\u00a0 My son and daughters know.\u00a0 History will thank you.\u00a0 May the true God bless you and protect you.\u00a0 And if the ultimate sacrifice is made may you find peace of Heaven that knows no comprehension. Thank you.”\u00a0 Someone who cares.<\/p>\n