It's the SOLDIER, not the Minister, Priest, Rabbi, or Imam,
who has given us freedom of religion.

It's the SOLDIER, not the reporter,
who has given us freedom of the press.

It's the SOLDIER, not the poet, producer, actor or director,
who has given us the freedom of speech.

Its the SOLDIER, not the political or campus organizer,
who has given us the freedom to demonstrate.

It's the SOLDIER, not the lawyer or judge,
who has given us the right to a fair trial.

It's the SOLDIER, not the politicians or their campaign fund raisers,
who has given us the right to vote.

Its the SOLDIER, who salutes the flag,
whose coffin is draped with the flag,
Who allows the protestor to
burn the flag!!!

~~~~~

Rick,

Your daughter has responded to a noble calling and should be proud of her choice. Please wish her the best from a humble and thankful patriot.

Good luck to her Rick (and to you and Beth). We all wish her the best and look forward to hearing of some of her exploits...

Well said!!

x2

Wait, you mean she hasn't kicked your ass yet? ;)

Rick,

I gotta second this quote!

Congrats on her courage and determination! My son is now a Marine MP, stationed at the Beaufort Marine Air Station in SC. We are proud of his decision! And we are thankful to all the good folks that choose to serve our country and protect our freedoms!

I understand your concern for your daughter, but I salute her and appreciate her service.

Rick:

Hooah!!

Congrats to your daughter... The Army is a great place to start ones professional career. I entered the Army back in 1974.. with the intention of just doing a couple of years.. 30 years later the Army said Kim > you've reached the end of the ride... multiple deployments.. Desert Storm, Bosnia, OIF-2003 , OIF 2006... plenty of excitement. Daughter needs to go airborne > a better quality of warrior in the airborne .

All the way!!

Congrats RV. I would be very proud as well..
Thanks to her from my family for serving and protecting.
Wm