They come from every nook and cranny in America, every big city and tiny berg.  Many join for the college fund benefit, many join because they see the military as a way out of a life not fulfilled or a life to be left behind.  Many join because they want to serve their country, wear the uniform, learn a trade, and dozens of other enticements.  But who cares what the incentive is?  The covenant is still the same,  “I will serve.”

And if you’re thinking that I am probably the type who cries at the sappy commercials on TV showing homecoming soldiers being applauded in the airport,  you would be absolutely right.  If fact, I am standing saluting right now, officers and enlisted all.  To them I say, ” Thank you, thank you, thank you.”