As some of you may know, I've studying about Special Forces and Special Operation Forces (yep, I know the difference!). I have come to one conclusion. This conclusion is based upon research, knowledge of friends and family involved in these areas of the best military in the history of the world, and well logical thought.
First of all, I want to say that I've come to this conclusion with all due respect, and in fact I think that I respect these soldiers even more than before. I have decided that along with their patriotism, courage, strength, valor, sense of duty and love there is 1 more ingredient that is needed to be SOF and SF... a little bit of crazy! And I write this with a sense of awe and a lot of pride and respect for these soldiers, but it does require a little bit of crazy. The things that they teach their bodies to withstand, and still be able to perform better than most people would under easy conditions. It is just...WOW, I guess!
Crazy may not be the best word, and I certainly mean it in a good way, but I can't think of a better word to describe it. These guys are so well trained, and are so courageous and awesome to do what they do.
I could never dream about teaching my body to do what these men routinely do in training. From surviving extreme cold and heat to the mental tortures as well. It amazes me.
Whenever I see someone disrespecting the flag or our country I can't help but be angered. We are not a perfect country- America has many areas for improvement and growth. But we are filled with men and women that volunteer to train and go into harm's way to protect those of her at home, and living abroad. To disrespect what these men and women are doing, and what the 1000's have done that have lived and died before---it is a shame!
You don't have to fawn over America, and you are allowed to disagree with each other. I love that we have multiple political parties, because having more than one view point is good in most areas. But, we all need to learn to respect each other, and to be respectful toward our country.
Right now we are involved in a conflict, a war (for that is what it is, no matter what Congress says) that isn't very popular. I think that for some the politics behind the war have caused them to get so angry that they disrespect the flag and the soldiers. These men and women are just doing their job and serving their Commander in Chief. To do so in spite of how it is viewed here, and in spite of what people say I find that to be commendable.
Anyway, I could go on and on but it is early in the morning (almost 1am) and I should maybe head to bed, now that I've had my say!!! May God bless you with a wonderful week full of love and friendship.
-JLK/PRT-
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