Service

I was in San Antonio this past week, speaking at both Randolph and Lackland Air Force bases.  This was my second visit to an AFB since doing this IRONANDY thing.  I had an opportunity to speak to four different groups of airmen and women, went on two morning runs and had a round-table discussion with a NCO (non commissioned officer) young leadership group.  One of the questions I was asked was - “Sir. (I heard Sir. a lot in two days) what are your feelings about the military and what we are doing?”  I wasn’t expecting this question and wouldn’t have thought I was prepared…but the answer rolled of my tongue like I had been rehearsing it for weeks - I said, “I think all Americans are proud and humbled by the SERVICE these men and women are giving.”  “Whether or not we agree with where we are, or why we are there…EVERYONE is thankful, proud and supportive of these young men and women.” 

Of course I was in San Antonio to inspire and motivate, but for me it was a chance to thank a few hundred people who are risking their lives…not necessarily for a cause you may or may not believe in, but because that is there job.  That is what SERVICE means! 

Anyway, if you have a chance to thank someone in the military - DO IT!  In an airport, shopping mall, wherever.  It means a lot to them to know we are thankful and that we support them!

IRONANDY