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November 12, 2004
Veteran's Day
As a government employee, I love each and every paid holiday. Some of them are undisputed holidays such as Christmas, Thanksgiving, and the fourth of July; others, however, are a bit questionable. I just don't think we need a day off to celebrate Columbus or MLK, Jr.'s birthday. Veteran's Day is a different story, though - it's a "holiday" that actually means something. Since the beginning of American history, men and women have been putting their lives on the line to defend the freedom and rights that this country stands for, and they deserve far more than just one day to honor them, but if that's all the country can do, then so be it. I want to say "thank you" to all of the current and former members of the Armed Forces. Thank you for your sacrifices - losing time with your loved ones, risking your life, and, sadly, in some cases, even losing your life. Thank you for your dedication, and thank you for everything you do and have done to keep this country safe.
Posted by oracle at November 12, 2004 7:32 AM in the first year