I'm not a veteran of any war but thank all that have been in the service. I don't know why this holiday has turned in to a "Happy" party day. This is to remember all that have served or died- not to have a blast. Remember those that didn't come home.

I was a member of the Michigan Air National Guard from 1967 until 1973. My unit, the 127th Reconnaissance Technical Squadron, was responsible for taking aerial photographs from our RB 57 jets. I worked as an Aeorospace Ground Equipment Technician in servicing equipment linked to aircraft maintenance.

My Dad served in World War II; went to language school and learned French; later served as a medic’s assistant. Still have his WWII duffle bag.

At 19, I was expecting to get drafted and then fell ill with some form of arthritis which lasted for a few years. In the interim , I was given a 4F, disqualifying me from the service. My dad was in the Army(world War 2). I salute all veterans for their service.

I'm not a Veteran,but my step dad was. He was a gunner in Vietnam. Often he would take his medals out and show them to us. He even had a couple of Purple Hearts. Every Memorial Day we take flowers,and a flag to put on his grave. I salute all Veteran's, past and present🫡