The Gift Of Giving

By Semperpapa

Please read he following article.

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2010/may/28/seeing-a-fallen-soldier-home/

It is somewhat disheartening to be forced to admit that our society has reached a point where we behave as true Americans as long as it does not require to get out of our little comfort zone and our priorities are infringed upon.

But at the same time it is uplifting to see that those of us who suffer the most are those who are more willing to be there for others.

I have had the fortune to witness some of these incredible acts of kindness.

The mother of Spc. Spencer T. Karol, KIA in Iraq on October 6, 2006. Bridget is a very active Gold Star Mother with the Patriot Guard Riders in Southern California.

The parents of Spc. Matthew Creed, KIA in Iraq October 22, 2006. Richard and Kimberly Creed are active with the Patriot Guard Riders in Southern California.

Sgt. Jon Centanni, father of LCpl. Rick Centanni, KIA in Afghanistan on March 24, 2010.
Sgt. Centanni attended the homecoming of his son's unit from Afghanistan on May 2010 as a gesture of support for his son's buddies.

There are thousands of stories like these. I wish the American people would get to know of them more.

Just my thoughts!