…FM reported for duty at Ft. Benning, Georgia and started his long career in the Army. I don’t write much about the Army, mostly because it’s not my profession and, when I do write about it, it’s strictly from an observer’s point of view.
I’ll make an exception today because I’m very proud of FM’s service to the country and his accomplishments. Not a day goes by that I’m not amazed at what these soldiers do. Things I know I couldn’t do ~ no matter how much physical training I endured. For example, FM had his body armor vest on the table and I decided to move it. I kid you not, I couldn’t pick it up. It’s VERY heavy. As I stood there looking at it, I imagined all the soldiers who have to wear it all day in the heat while walking or running. I wonder if they have different weighted vest for skinny, frail people like me.
Not only are these men and women in the Army exceptional when it comes to physical endurance, they are mentally tough as well. Sure, there are some who don’t make the grade but they get weeded out rather quickly. For the most part, the ones I know are the take charge and get the job done types, all the while taking care of their battle buddies, too.
My decision to “marry into the military” brought an added benefit besides having a wonderful husband and a daughter who is my heart. It has allowed me the priviledge of living among true heroes.
Displaced Beachbums 
FM says thanks to everyone for your nice comments.
bookbabie: that sounds like a really fun parade. I’ll be checking your blog for photos of the event!
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This year my husband and I are pulling our friends in the local parade 4th of July . They are the Statue of Liberty and Uncle Sam every year, goofy I know, but we are proud of our country and especially proud of our service men and woman. Salute!
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Congratulations! Thank you for your two decades of service. FM is a true hero!
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Congradulations FBIL! Can’t believe 20 yrs – you’re not old enough for 20! I am thankful for you & the rest of the troops for your service of keeping my freedom. Keep up the good work & I pray for all that this war can end soon.
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Congratulations on your 20 years FM! Thank you for your service. We have received a couple of pics of our neighbor in Iraq and he is always smiling, regardless of all the gear he has on.
Patti – be sure and check in on the blog the end of June – beginning of July as we will have a “big” dog visiting – his name is Bear and he is all that and more!! =)
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Congratulations FM on your 20 years of service and THANK YOU! Patti, congratulations for standing by your man in your role as a military spouse! I too, am amazed at the men and women who can do their job AND wear that body armor. Scott and I were just talking to Nate about body armor today as we loaded up all Nate’s gear for the week long Boy Scout camp that starts today. He’s lucky his pack doesn’t weigh more. Miss you guys!
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