Concord NH~Joni~Merrimack County

I was not aware of this website.  It is soo important to support our men and women.  My manager's son is on his third tour in Iraq -- Every year he is sent during the holidays -- It is very difficult! 

Joan, It was a beautiful and touching show.  It's such a simple word to say and can mean so much to someone, I do hope they all know how very much they are appreciated...this time of year and always.

Joan - Thanks so much for this.  I'll be signing a lot.  I make it a point to thank all the military people I see in airports for their service.  Sometimes, it's just not appropriate as they are saying their family goodbyes---it tears me up.

Hi Joan..A friend sent it to me. I know sometimes people just don't know how and this gives them a vehicle!

Carole...I'm sure they know, but it never hurts to be reminded! Especially this time of year...

You are welcome Marlene....somehow Thank You isn't enough .....ever

Joan,  Thank you! This is a wonderful campaign and way to show that we appreciate the work and sacrifice enlisted and civilian men and women are making for world peace.

Thank you for sharing this...

Jo 

Joan ...That is so touching. I've seen that movie before and each time I watch it I get tears in my eyes.

Thank You Joan and Happy Holidays 

Joan,
That is awesome, it really gets me.  Thank you.

Wow, that is so neat! Thanks for sharing it Joan, I've put in my favorites to send to my parents :) They will love it (friends too of course)

Joan,

This is a wonderful way to show our thanks to our servicemen and women without intruding on their space or creating a awkward moment.  Sometimes those that are returning have such mixed feelings that they are trying to sort out so much in regard to what they have seen, done and lost - and the preservation of personal space is important.  But this gesture allows us to reach out and touch them without intruding.  Thanks for such a wonderful post.   

Jo...I thought this was pretty special and I hadn't seen it before!

Monika...it made me get teary too!

Cynthia...do pass it on!

Lysa....I knew you would like that!

Carol...you put it so much better than I. But that is eactly why it appealed to me...the personal space issue!

Joan-- great reminder of a heartfelt way to show our gratitude and respect to those who serve our country. 

Thank you Norma...nice to meet you!

Thank you, my dear.  I listened to the short version because I'm in a hurry right now.  Then I stopped, and listened to the whole thing.  I've learned something today, because you took the time to blog.  Thanks!

Mike in Tucson

Thanks for stopping by Mike!

Joan-What a wonderful reminder.  This video is fabulous.  This is hard for me to admit, but we were in a store recently and 2 servicemen were right in front of me.  My heart was saying "thank you", my mind was saying "thank you", but I felt embarrassed to say it.  Wondered if the timing was appropriate.  Now I know, anytime is appropriate.  Just say it!  Thank you so much for sharing this. 

Joan - thanks for the beautiful link! I will bookmark this to check out the video later. From your comments it sounds worth watching. Happy reNEWable year!

Julie...I understand exactly how you felt! I think the gratitude campaign gives everyone a way to express it!

Mary....Happy New Year! Yes it is definately worth watching.