The people who I have heard the book is really having an impact on are the spouses of Vietnam Veterans who never really knew what their husbands went through and why they are the way they are.
I, like most everyone else I know, will enjoy a day off work for Memorial Day. Typically, I do some sort of family gathering that centers around food and some summer time activities like a backyard bar-b-q, a game of horseshoes, etc.
I will, however, take the time to pay some respect to my Uncle Bill...
As I scroll through Facebook on Veterans Day, I see many people who are changing their profile pictures to one from their uniformed days. I see many posting pictures of family members who served, and many "thank you" messages sent to those who are serving, or have served in the past...
I had the privilege recently of seeing Cpl. Rick Ketterling presented with the Purple Heart. The actions that earned Ketterling this honor took place almost four decades ago, but due to an oversight, he is just now getting this recognition...