Because of a phrase I hear repetitively on this day, I'm going to make a suggestion that will raise the ire of some of you, so please read through my reasoning before you launch into a tirade.
Please don't tell a service member, "Thank you for your service." They've become meaningless words in our society.
The same people who say them vote for candidates who go out of their way to take away the services our veterans need. The same people who say them are careless about the constitution the service members uphold. The same people who say them don't have the courage to join any of the military branches.
Instead, DO something to show your appreciation!
Does your Vietnam vet neighbor need his yard mowed? Does the Afghan veteran in her wheel chair need ramps to get into her school, place of worship, or home? What about giving the kids who are currently serving and who frequent your restaurant or shop with their spouse and children a discount?
Please give the service people you know a little help. It means so much more to them than empty platitudes.
And if you already do, thank you.
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