proud military history

It's no secret that the Opel sisters are pro-military. Not only have we both dated Army guys, we come from families firmly rooted in serving our country. We had uncles from both sides of the family who served in WWII, and we never had the pleasure of meeting our Uncle Roland who died in service to his country in the Korean War and was awarded a post-humous Purple Heart. Several of our cousins have continued this tradition by serving all over the world in various branches of the armed forces.

In our crafty world, we have "met" many wonderful ladies like Rae Barthel, Stephanie Howell, Courtney Kelley, and Joli Pichot whose husbands serve. And there are former students like Aaron Logan, Kai Buwalda, and Ryan Woodward (who lost his life in September 2007). And we have friends like Aaron Carnet, Karl Rein, Kari Meddaugh, Jeff Wieck, and Rick Townes who have all done (and continue to do) their duty. My heart swells with pride knowing that these great men and women took a risk to preserve our freedom.

So this Memorial Day weekend, I want to remember those who give of themselves (and their spouses) to defend the freedoms that we so enjoy.

God Bless You, Soldiers!

Susan

Comments

[rae]

Amen!! You're too sweet to mention my hubby, thank you! I am going to miss him, but I know that he will do his job well, and his best to stay safe. Thank you, all of you, who serve and who have served.

[Stephanie Howell]

thank you so very much. happy memorial day! xoxo

[Linda Rein]

Beautiful! Thank you!

[Joli]

Jon has left Iraq! He should be home by the end of the week!!!!

Let us know if you are coming up for the Air Show. http://www.airforceweek.af.mil/saltlakecity/index.asp

[Angie Lucas]

LOVE this post! Very cool pictures.

[Latisha]

this post really makes me happy and smile, my hubby is a helo pilot in the Navy and is gone a lot...its nice to see people care the way you do!
hugs
Latisha