Both of my folks served in WWII. It is sickening what this country has become. Many. . .too many. . . today have no idea the sacrifices that have been made. I’m substitute teaching. . .definitely a shortage of not only subs but teachers. Many if not most of the students have no idea why they are saying a pledge to the flag. . .some of which need to be replaced . . .worn and dirty. The flag outside the building is tattered and not because of the reenactment of the Star Spangled Banner. We are working on making replacements.
My dad fought in Korea. He was injured, and later he received a small pension as a result of those injuries. He’s 83 now. He forgets a lot, but to talk to him over the phone, he sounds just like he did when he was 30
It’s a stressful thing when relatives go missing. It also feels weird to rejoice when you get remains, but there’s such a relief from the stress of not knowing, that you’re glad to have that member back, you can’t help but rejoice, even in your sorrow.
That person is dead, but they’re with you, where they belong.