All true and well said. :asian: But might we add *teacher* to the list, because even though it's become a dirty word and a thankless job, we need them nonetheless? And I've personally found ex-military people make great role models and teachers, especially for 6th grade and up.
Absolutely! Add teacher, minister (it's kind of interesting how many of the VMI cadets who fought at New Market ended up in some form of ministery...), and lots more stuff that I didn't list.
. I love giving back to society and doing my part to make the world a better place for all of us. Jim, I really appreciate you offering me to visit one of your classes. I am not at Walter Reed, but I may very well have to stop by there for another med eval before they cut me loose. I'll be sure to inform you and look you up if and when I arrive there.
Wow, thanks for all of the well wishes! I wasn't expecting such a show of gratitude, but this is amazing. I am deeply moved and overwhelmed with emotion. I come from a family of soldiers, so it is in my blood to serve my country. My father did 20 years in the army, my mother did 4 years before being medically discharged, I have uncles that have served in every major conflict since WW2, and my little cousin is still going strong in Iraq at this very moment. I would take a million bullets for all of you! Speaking of taking bullets, my recovery is going very well, as a matter of fact, I am up out of the bed and walking around for many hours a day, and rehab is going great. Perhaps my martial arts training came in handy in the health and fitness arena? I will definitely be getting back to public service when I make a full recovery - most likely as a state trooper or a local cop. I just can't help it - it's who I am
