Today is a day of remembrance, a time to grasp the enormous debt of gratitude owed to those who serve and sacrifice, a way to express that gratitude by taking this day, one day a year, to honor them. We remember their service to our country, their sacrifice of their own safety for ours, their loyalty to their comrades, and their love for their country. Soldiers and veterans, I’m thankful for you.
Our country gathers together today to honor veterans, but on this day, my family honors not only our armed forces, but also my mom. Because today is her birthday! My mom, who serves our family, who has sacrificed time, sleep, sanity, energy, and others to keep our family happy, clothed, and fed, who’s loyalty to us has never wavered, and who loves us, even though we’re not all that lovable. My mom, who, even though today is her birthday, is going out of her way to serve others in the church because there is an opportunity. Mom, I’m thankful for you. I love you. I want to be just like you when I grow up. Because I’m not grown-up yet, I promise.
Don’t forget to honor our veterans.
Don’t forget to honor my mom either. Well, technically, I guess that is my job. Oh fine, don’t forget to honor your mom then!
Happy birthday, Momma. I love you bunches.
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