Sunday, October 05, 2008

Freedom Team Salute

A couple of days ago I received a large envelope in the mail. It looked like so many other solicitations for money, but I opened it anyway.

In it I found a letter, an army lapel pin, and this certificate:



No request for money, just a "thanks for your service". It's absolutely unnecessary--I was proud to play my part--but I'm happy to receive it nonetheless.

Update, 10/10/08: I discussed this certificate on an email list of which I am a member, and received a reply stating that active service members nominate friends and/or family to receive this award.

The lapel pin has found a permanent home on the lanyard holding my school ID card.
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3 comments:

  1. Law and Order Teacher4:32 PM

    It's nice to receive a "thank you" for your service. Thanks for your service.

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  2. Darren4:35 PM

    And thank you for yours.

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  3. Anonymous7:19 AM

    An appropriate acknowledgement for every member of the Army / Guard / Reserve, past and present.

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