As a writer, I’m not often at a loss for words. Give me a paper
and pencil, or put me in front of a blank computer screen, and I can spend
hours blissfully stringing sentences together. I’ve never been particular about
subject matter. Throw me a topic, and I’ll
- (a) write what I know,
- (b) discuss what I don’t know, or
- (c) make something up as I go along.
You want five hundred words? A thousand? Child’s play. Words
are toys. I love figuratively picking them up, turning them over, tossing them
around, building them up, tearing them apart, and wringing every possible drop
of emotion and meaning from them.
Today, however, as I sat down to write this post, I found
myself staring off into the distance, unable to put together a single coherent
thought. My intention was to write a brief “thank you”, to express my
appreciation for the men and women of our United States Armed Forces.
As I contemplated the sacrifices they have made, the
victories they have achieved for our nation, and the losses they have suffered,
I struggled to find words. Although words can be very powerful, they have their
limitations. At times, words fall woefully short. No matter what I might write,
my words today would be inadequate. There simply are no words that can convey
the profound gratitude I feel for our servicemen and servicewomen, both at home
and abroad, both those who are fighting for our country now, as well as those
who have gone before.
In the end, I am left with only two words. Thank you.
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If you would like to show your support for our Armed Forces, please post your personal "thank you" below. As part of the "Wounded Warrior - Christmas is a Time for Giving" blog-hop, I have pledged a donation to Wounded Warriors. I hope you will join me.
I bless every soldier who puts his or her life on the line. Those here in England do the same. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteChristina, great post. Those two words are the best to say to our servicemen and servicewomen.
ReplyDeleteThank you to those who serve and have served.
ReplyDeleteI thank them for their service every day! Happy Holidays to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteI think you're right...thank you is about all we can say. Well said!
ReplyDeleteThank you for participating in this, Christina and for supporting our military.
ReplyDeleteI had the same problem when it came to writing my blog post to Christina.
ReplyDeleteSo true- thank you!
ReplyDeleteThey really do so much and give so much! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteAs a veteran myself, and wife to a career airman who spent important family events overseas, I applaud anyone and everyone who supports our troops, past and present. Thank you for being a part of this hop!
ReplyDeleteTamara Monteau
Haven's Realm
Beautiful Christina!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Christina, for supporting our military and participating in such a worthy cause!
ReplyDeleteA wonderful thing the authors are doing...I lost a beloved cousin in Viet Nam...I still think about him and wish he was here. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteA Lovely heartfelt post Christina, thank you.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas everyone <3
ReplyDeleteLovely post! I think the two words you were left with say it best: Thank you.
ReplyDeleteA lovely message, Christina. Sometimes a simple thank you, can mean the world.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing!
-Layna
Very thoughtful post, Christina. Cool blog hop!
ReplyDeleteThank you to all those who served and are serving to protect our country and our way of life. We are forever indebted to you.
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays.
Lovely post, Christina. Sometimes a heartfelt thank you is more than they normally receive. I hope you reach your goal of 30 comments. Happy Holidays <3
ReplyDeleteWonderful post Christina! And a sincere and heartfelt THANK YOU to all our servicemen and women!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post, as a daughter of a vietnam vet I am proud to call myself an army brat. I thank all the men and women you served and died to protect this country.
ReplyDeleteLove the post! have a great weekend and much luck on the hop!
ReplyDeleteGreat post!
ReplyDeleteHope everyone will be back together for next Christmas. Good for you for doing this.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful post and a great cause.
ReplyDeleteThank you for supporting the Wounded Warrior Project. Our men and women come back with all kinds of wounds, both physical and mental. Only with the support of the American citizen will our military people be able to heal.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for doing this! So proud of the SC authors for supporting such a great cause.
ReplyDeleteBarbara
bbsbooknook@gmail.com
God bless our troops!
ReplyDeletestorimom2@aol.com
Thank you to the troops and to you for participating in this blog hop :)
ReplyDeleteIt's wonderful you are supporting such a great cause. Happy Holidays! :)
ReplyDeleteThe Wounded Warrior Project is one of my favorite charities. I am so happy to see all this support for our military heroes. Thanks everyone. Merry Christmas
ReplyDeletemargie.hager@yahoo.com
Thanks does not even begin to cover the gratitude I feel for everyone who has ever served our country in the military. Merry Christmas to our heroes who proudly wear camouflage.
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Great post, Christina!
ReplyDeletelenahartwrites@gmail.com
Great Blog!
ReplyDeleteThank you to all the past and present military and families for their service and sacrifice! Merry Christmas!
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This hop is so sweet!! I love that your doing this! Ya all are amazing! Best wishes and many blessings to all of you!! :)
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thank you for the reminder and for participating! finlessbook@gmail.com
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