may 9th, 2008
military spouse day
a few days ago, president bush proclaimed that today is military spouse day. the following information was released by the white house on may 5th:
Military spouses embody the courage, nobility of duty, and love of country that inspire every American. On Military Spouse Day, we pay tribute to the husbands and wives who support their spouses in America's Armed Forces during times of war and peace.
The legacy of military spouses began when colonial Americans were fighting for independence. Martha Washington boosted the morale of her husband's troops by visiting battlefields and tending to the wounded. Since then, members of our Armed Forces have served our Nation accompanied by the steadfast love and support of their spouses and families.
While our men and women in uniform are protecting our country's founding ideals of liberty, democracy, and justice, their spouses live with uncommon challenges, endure sleepless nights, and spend long periods raising children alone. Many military spouses are also committed volunteers, serving other military families and local communities. Our Nation benefits from the sacrifices of our military families, and we are inspired by their courage, strength, and leadership.
On Military Spouse Day and throughout the year, we honor the commitment spouses have made to freedom's cause. To learn about ways to support our troops and their spouses and families, I encourage all Americans to visit www.americasupportsyou.mil.
Now, therefore, I, George W. Bush, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 9, 2008, as Military Spouse Day. call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities and by expressing their gratitude to the husbands and wives of those serving in the United States Armed Forces.
In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second.
GEORGE W. BUSH
these photos are two of my favorite military spouse photos. the active duty member was gone for seven months and i shot his homecoming. it was a very emotional shoot for me. to see the joy on mom, dad and child's face, while being reunited after such a long time...who wouldn't be emotional?!
this october, steve leaves for iraq. six months. he'll miss halloween, our anniversary, thanksgiving, christmas, ryder's birthday, his birthday and that's just touching the surface of what he'll really miss throughout the six months. yea, it's going to be tough. tough on him. tough on me. tough on the kids. but as a military spouse, it's my job; it's the role i promised to assume when i said, i do...to hold down the fort while he is gone. he needs to know that everything will be taken care of here at home, while he is gone. he needs to know that so that he can concentrate on his job in iraq. while steve is away, i must be strong. and one thing that i can promise him...i will do the very best that i can!
to all my fellow military spouses:
thank you.
thank you for everything you do.
happy military spouse day!
military spouse day
a few days ago, president bush proclaimed that today is military spouse day. the following information was released by the white house on may 5th:
Military spouses embody the courage, nobility of duty, and love of country that inspire every American. On Military Spouse Day, we pay tribute to the husbands and wives who support their spouses in America's Armed Forces during times of war and peace.
The legacy of military spouses began when colonial Americans were fighting for independence. Martha Washington boosted the morale of her husband's troops by visiting battlefields and tending to the wounded. Since then, members of our Armed Forces have served our Nation accompanied by the steadfast love and support of their spouses and families.
While our men and women in uniform are protecting our country's founding ideals of liberty, democracy, and justice, their spouses live with uncommon challenges, endure sleepless nights, and spend long periods raising children alone. Many military spouses are also committed volunteers, serving other military families and local communities. Our Nation benefits from the sacrifices of our military families, and we are inspired by their courage, strength, and leadership.
On Military Spouse Day and throughout the year, we honor the commitment spouses have made to freedom's cause. To learn about ways to support our troops and their spouses and families, I encourage all Americans to visit www.americasupportsyou.mil.
Now, therefore, I, George W. Bush, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 9, 2008, as Military Spouse Day. call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities and by expressing their gratitude to the husbands and wives of those serving in the United States Armed Forces.
In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second.
GEORGE W. BUSH
these photos are two of my favorite military spouse photos. the active duty member was gone for seven months and i shot his homecoming. it was a very emotional shoot for me. to see the joy on mom, dad and child's face, while being reunited after such a long time...who wouldn't be emotional?!
this october, steve leaves for iraq. six months. he'll miss halloween, our anniversary, thanksgiving, christmas, ryder's birthday, his birthday and that's just touching the surface of what he'll really miss throughout the six months. yea, it's going to be tough. tough on him. tough on me. tough on the kids. but as a military spouse, it's my job; it's the role i promised to assume when i said, i do...to hold down the fort while he is gone. he needs to know that everything will be taken care of here at home, while he is gone. he needs to know that so that he can concentrate on his job in iraq. while steve is away, i must be strong. and one thing that i can promise him...i will do the very best that i can!
to all my fellow military spouses:
thank you.
thank you for everything you do.
happy military spouse day!
Happy Military Spouse Day. I know how hard it is. I've been on both sides. Military ..Military spouse and then Military. I couldn't do it without my husband.
Happy belated Military Spouse Day!
I was at the Exchange yesterday and saw no mention of it; go figure. ;)