Comments on: Giving Thanks for the American Soldier

By: Cindy Kirk

Cindy Kirk — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:31:00 +0000

Kristan,

What a fabulous idea!!

Thanks for sharing!

By: Kristan Higgins

Kristan Higgins — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:30:42 +0000

Whenever we take a road trip, my kids make a little sign that says “Thank you, veterans!” and whenever we see a car with veteran plates on the highway, we pull alongside them and wave. We always get a really big smile in return. And if I’m out with the kids and we see someone in uniform, I always point out that person…”See that lady over there? She’s protecting our country and keeping us safe.” My kids get a little star-struck, and the person in uniform always seem pleased.

I like your idea about buying dinner, Cindy. Will have to give that a try.

By: Cindy Kirk

Cindy Kirk — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 21:16:43 +0000

Mary and Kate,

Thanks for the additional suggestions!

Anyone else have any more?

By: Kate Diamond

Kate Diamond — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 18:31:21 +0000

If you’re a teacher, it’s always nice to have your class send letters to the troops.

My high school sweetheart’s little brother was in Iraq for quite awhile. When I taught fifth grade, I had all the kids write to him.

I didn’t hear back from him until he’d already been home for a few months, but when I ran into him randomly at a family event the first words out of his mouth were “Those letters meant so much to me.”

By: Mary M

Mary M — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 19:46:31 +0000

I have a friend who also expresses his gratitude when he sees someone in uniform. I share the sentiment but it would make me self conscious to say it. I think there are USO centers that need volunteers. Thanks for such an important and timely blog.

By: Shana

Shana — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 15:56:06 +0000

These are great ideas, Cindy. I feel so much gratitutde toward our soldiers, but I don’t always know how to express it.