Military

Veteran’s Day…from a Vet

I have struggled a bit with Veteran’s Day these last 3 years…maybe because the emptiness I STILL feel after retiring is very raw…still.  I miss being in the Air Force…every.single.day.

But I had a pretty great 20 years of service.  It was the hardest, most rewarding thing I have every done, and my service will always be one of my proudest accomplishments.  I didn’t fight in any wars, other than several of my own…but I supported so many that DID set boots on the ground.

Here’s a few pics…

Basic training...can you find me?
Basic training…can you find me?
I received Service member of the quarter in 1994.  Great moment!
I received Service member of the quarter in 1994. Great moment!
My SNCO induction ceremony in 2008.
My SNCO induction ceremony in 2008.
These people...yup.  They got me through so very tough times!
These people…yup. They got me through so very tough times!
And my final retirement photo
And my final retirement photo

I’ll keep this one short and sweet, but leave you with this…remember always the battle that was fought for your freedom.

❤ Michelle