If tomorrow all the things were gone I’d worked for all my life,
And I had to start again with just my children and my wife.
I’d thank my lucky stars to be living here today,
‘Cause the flag still stands for freedom and they can’t take that away.
(Peter Edward Doyle WWI–National Guard, my paternal Grandfather)
And I’m proud to be an American where at least I know I’m free.
And I won’t forget the men who died, who gave that right to me.
And I’d gladly stand up next to you and defend her still today.
‘Cause there ain’t no doubt I love this land God bless the U.S.A.
(William Hobson Thomas, WWI my maternal grandfather)
From the lakes of Minnesota, to the hills of Tennessee,
across the plains of Texas, from sea to shining sea,
From Detroit down to Houston and New York to LA,
Well, there’s pride in every American heart,
and it’s time to stand and say:
(Lester Allen Doyle, WWII My Father)
I’m proud to be an American where at least I know I’m free.
And I won’t forget the men who died, who gave that right to me.
And I’d gladly stand up next to you and defend her still today.
‘Cause there ain’t no doubt I love this land God bless the U.S.A.
Lee Greenwood
(Evan Tyrrell Brown, Desert Storm My Son!)
Thank you, ONE and ALL, for my Freedom! I wear my poppy proud for all you have given to me!
Linda
Life on a Colorado Farm 
Thanks for sharing the pictures! I like that song. I think we take way too much for granted in our country.
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Linda that was a wonderful post, thank you.
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Linda
What a beautiful tribute you have placed on your blog to your family members of the Armed Forces. Magnificent indeed.
We, here, have just learnt that our Prime Minister flew secretly to Afghanistan to be with our troops for Remembrance Day. The fighting men and women should always be respected for what they do in trying to preserve peace and prosperity in this World we live in.
You are to be commended.
Colin
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Linda,
I’m speechless……what an absolutely fantastic tribute to the men who served in your family. I can tell you are so proud as well you should be!
I agree with Megan – I too feel we as Americans take too much for granted in our country.
That also is one of my favorite songs 🙂
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We owe so much to all who serve. Thanks!
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I agree, that was a wonderful post! I have my stepfather that served in vietnam, and my husband was over in Korea, and my nephew is in the Marines. They believed in fighting for our freedom and still do!
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What a great post Linda!!
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Love this post Linda. And you have a very good looking son! You sure have military blood in your family. So AWESOME!
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Thank you for sharing the photos of your family. You all have much to be proud of! I am very grateful to your family and all veterans and their families.
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What a great and moving post. My Dad was in the Navy too. He was on the USS Oklahoma when it was bombed in Pearl Harbor. He survived and helped other sailors make it. He died from cancer when I was three, so I never heard all the stories. Mom said he didn’t like to talk about it… but time might have made it easier.
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Great post!!!!
I love seeing those old photos and how proud you must be of your son to follow in their footsteps.
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A lovely tribute to the members of your family who have given much to protect your freedom. You have a very handsome son.
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Wonderful post! I have always loved that song. blessings,Kathleen
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Beautiful, Linda!! Absolutely the most beautiful post I read today!
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If the US army had not been there, life would look very different for us in Belgium today, I never forget that. So thank you for this post, and thank you for the men in your family that came to our rescue so many years ago. For those who did not now, the poppies come from the fields in Belgium during WWI, here’s a poem about them : http://artsandherbs.blogspot.com/2008/11/remembering-great-war-14-18.html
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What a wonderful post and tribute to the members of your family who have served.
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Linda, I loved the post… the photo’s are just wonderful…
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Wonderful post! Thanks for sharing, and thanks to your family members for all that they have done!
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I’m not from a military family, but my oldest boy served for 7 years. One tour in Kosovo, two in Iraq.
Thanks to all the heroes. Our great heroes, for the freedom they offer themselves to protect. 🙂
Beautiful. Thanks!
~Faith
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Beautiful.
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Very nicce post.
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I send my thanks to your son, father and grandfathers,… they are added to my list of heros.
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Thanks to all your family members..all heroes! Wonderful old photographs! 🙂
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Wow, Linda, what a wonderful tribute to your ancestors! The pictures really provide a connection, I think, to the profound sacrifice these soldiers make. Your son is a very handsome fella; quite a looker! You must be very proud! 🙂
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What a proud heritage, past and present. What blessing to our nation your family is, not only the ones who serve but those who serve at home standing behind their loved one who is in harms way. Thank you.
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