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Today is Veteran's Day. First, I just want to say thank you to all those who have served, or are currently serving. I am very thankful.
A friend posted on Facebook today about when her son joined the Marines and as a mother her worry. This hit home in a different way for me. I had never thought about Veteran's Day thinking about my child going into the military. I have family that has served and is serving, but the thought of a mother watching her son or daughter enlist was very powerful. It really put the sacrifice right in my face. Obviously Dawson is only 2, but as I watch him play with his front loader toy on the floor, I think to myself "how would I ever let him go?" I sit in awe when I think about the families that have a loved one that serves our country.
I don't have to deal with my baby leaving me any time soon, but someday I will have to. And if he chooses to join the military, I will worry. That's my job. You can be sure I will be proud though.
