Posted on Jun 24, 2015
Anyone Else Tired of Hearing "Thank You for Your Service'?
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I've heard this many times and now I'm at the point where it seems like it's being said because it's the right thing to say. I feel like its lost meaning and some of it is due to a trait we all share as Vets - we were a team and getting personal recognition is not the most comfortable. Also, this is something our Vietnam Vets never heard which I know people are trying to make up for. Personally, I say "Welcome Home" to them. Curious to hear what you all think. What would you like to hear and should I acknowledge this as something that allows those who didn't serve a chance to say something positive?
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SSG Izzy Abbass I'll start by saying, "Thank you for your Service!" Its important to me to let you know that I appreciate the sacrifice you have made to serve this country. As veterans let's keep that positive spin on what we do every day and let's not forget to tell each other a big "thank you" for serving. I'm not tired of it and I'm definitely looking forward to saying it again today when I go out to the MRX at Camp Pendleton!
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs
Sgt Richard Buckner I don't mind at all - my better half works there as well. It's only 5 miles drive and a few minutes. It is what it is and I'm thankful!
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LTC Barry Hull
Not really, but it is the very least a citizen can do. To do less, would be to do nothing.
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SSgt (Join to see)
Too many times when I hear this I suspect a very disingenuous person or one who has no clue what Vietnam and Vietnam-era veterans went through. They cannot appreciate the hurt inflicted by liberal morons.
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I am a Vietnam Combat Veteran who Served two tours in Nam. I came back to the World to cold shoulders and was treated like a Criminal. I was spit on and I was called all types of names including "Baby Killer." It took over 40 years before anyone ever welcomed me home or ever told me, "Thanks for your Service." If someone says "Thank you for your Service" be grateful and thankful that that person took the time to recognize you and your service to this great Country!
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I'd rather them say "Thank You" than not. I always thank a veteran if I see one out and about. I don't tell them about my service... It should be considered a Privilege. SSG Izzy Abbass
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SGT (Join to see) right after thanking them, I ask for my military discount ;) kidding aside, I saw a guy asking for military discount in a sunglasses clearance sale where prices were below $5, kind of embarrassing.
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LMAO!! That is funny because I do the exact same thing! LOL Love it! SGT(P) (Join to see)
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SSG Izzy Abbass
I love the shocked look when they say they don't offer one and I ask "Why do you hate Veterans?" I can say it with a pretty straight face and then I say I'm just joking. I'm sure someone hates it but most of the time I do get a laugh.
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I work in a medical clinic and every vet I have contact with I thank......we cannot be to grateful for the freedoms that we have because of their sacrifices.
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