We owe our way of life to our fallen heroes
Remembering those that have fallen to preserve our way of life…
What ever our desires, hopes and dreams may be, Americans are uniquely blessed with freedom to do so. These days we are losing our freedoms little by little, it has been said, “Every day congress meets, we lose a little bit of our freedom”.
I saw a bumper sticker the other day it read, “If you can read, thank a teacher. If you read English thank a Vet”.
Holding to your values, principles, and traditions is not always easy or popular. Even in our home lives and among friends and associates we are challenged constantly. I say: Without temptation, there is no claim to virtue. Warriors know these things, even if they do not “think” about them. No one wants to die for his country and yet without a peaceful homeland we cannot raise peaceful people.
Keeping America safe is a noble honor. Keeping babies, women and children, families and homes, towns and cities free requires a strong commitment to our country. No one is more committed to this cause than our warriors and they have my deepest respect.
Yet we are all challenged by temptation to doubt and apathy from preserving the virtue of our spirits. Every challenge we meet is an opportunity to practice our skills. To be a scholar-warrior is a calling to protect ourselves from the assaults of life.
Stand up for who and what you are, be plain spoken and kind, speak the truth, be firm but flexible. Forgive and overlook other people’s shortcomings on the spot. Do not be affected by things out of your control. Do your part and be brave and strong in the face of everyday challenges. Live a free life, one of opportunity and pursue happiness and;
Remember those who gave their lives so that you can.
Taiji on Maui 
Yes, the least we can do is to remember those who have given their lives. As a country we are doing a little better than the aftermath of the Vietnam War. Sometimes we need reminders of the fact that many young men and women and some not so young are out in the deserts with heavy army gear day after day with very little relief. Brave people!!!
Reminds me of the Toltec Teachings. 1.Be impeccable with your words. 2. Don’t take anything personally. 3. Don’t make assumptions. 4. Always do your best. A fish called Wanda