OCT 12, 2000- USS COLE - REMEMBERING THE SEA WARRIORS!

OCT 12, 2000- USS COLE - REMEMBERING THE SEA  WARRIORS..
 I was stationed in Misawa , Japan , and news hit that USS COLE was under attack and burning, the brave shipmates that died and who fought the fires that day are the true heroes. As a proud member of the United States Navy, we often don't think about the dangers we encounter on a daily basis. We have sacrificed out lives and time defending what we all feel is the greatest nation on the world.Today  I want to salute and pay tribute to not only those service men and women  that perished that day , but the many thousands that have died collectively in all the wars , defending our land and our freedoms of speech, rights , laws and way of life. Freedom is not free , it cost lives, time, and of course money to protect what we feel is sacred and honorable. Today , I request all people of all walks of life and countries to take a brief moment to reflect on whats important in life and remember that many of us Military folks joined and stayed in the Military because we feel a strong sense of patriotism and pride for THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Americans are often misunderstood because of our strong convictions and opinions , but by far we are the most generous and forgiving country in the world. Because of our open borders and tremendous freedoms , we are often attacked and criticized , but we are still regarded as " THE LAND OF OPPORTUNITY" My heartfelt thanks to the family and Friends that have lost loved ones defending this great nation. Until my next blog..
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