The words of Lee Greenwood's song echoed in my thoughts as I watched 311 brand new United States Marines march in formation at their Graduation Ceremony at the United States Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego just over a week ago. I swallowed a lump in my throat, hand held over heart, as I listened to the band perform the National Anthem, looking at those ranks of solemn-faced young men.
Thirteen weeks of hard training, sweat, and education lay behind them. They were imprinted with the values of "Courage, Honor and Commitment" of the Marine Corps. They had learned to work as a team and not as individuals; to work for the common good and with common goals. They together completed the Crucible and climbed the Reaper and earned the title: they are Marines.
Our son was among those young men. As a family we were blessed to be able to witness his graduation, just day after receiving the blessing of another healthy granddaughter. And as a country we are blessed to have a volunteer armed services made up of young men and women like these Marines, who desire to serve their country.
Take some time to thank a veteran or a member of the armed services, or their family members today. They have our gratitude!
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