37 years ago today, my father was killed in the Vietnam War. I was only two years old and in being honest with myself, I know in my heart that I don't remember him. But I feel like I did know him because of all his friends and family who always answer my many questions about his love for my mother, his philosophies, his faith, his love for his country and just what type a person he was. Today, my Grannie and I were emailing and talking about my dad...her eldest son. It's a very hard day for her but we get through it by talking about my dad and always end up smiling and having a peaceful heart. Today I told my Grannie that I think that if my dad were living we would argue a lot about politics, religion, social issues and such. Grannie said he was much like my Grandpa and boy did he and I go at it. Always with a love and respect but we didn't see eye on too many issues...only that we loved each other very much which I suppose made all the arguing mute. Really I guess it was more of just a hobby for us to debate (that's a much better word) all the sticky issues.But today, I remember my father's life with an admiration, some sense of awe and a thankfulness for his willingness and bravery to fight in a very unpopular war. I think of all the men and women who today are beling compared to the men and women who fought in Vietnam. Whatever your stance on the whole issue it all comes down to loving those who are that brave and selfless. Whether a war is right or wrong doesn't change that strong character possessed by those in harm's way.
September 11th is a dark day...because of what happened in our country 6 years ago and because of my father's death. We're allowed dark days and I believe encouraged to dwell, just for that day, so that we always remember those who have gone on before.
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I had no idea that 9/11 was also the date your dad passed. He would be so proud of the remarkable woman you've become.
--JR
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