Being German, I struggle with Veteran’s Day, not because I don’t think they’re deserving, but because so many Americans resent the German soldiers who fought against the US in WWII. I remember my Opa telling us they had absolutely no idea what Hitler was doing until it was too late. So many sacrifices in support of political goals.
Opa lost all his brothers, his parents, and in-laws in WWII, and spent years as a POW in Russia. I’m thankful he survived to pass on his wisdom and teach me to be cautious and prepared. Lesson? Don’t believe the politicians’ promises blindly. Use your head; think it through and research. Look at character. And don’t just follow the crowd!!!
I look forward to the day there will truly be “war no more” and no man or woman need choose between two evil options.
Thank you to those who serve in the interim, all too often giving their all for others. And thank you, Opa, for your sacrifices, too!
Keyword: “Proud”
(Ps: he also taught me to be punctual…. That lesson’s taking longer to sink in…)