Today, I will be speaking at the League City Veterans Experience and Expression.
A tribute to those who have served our country.
It is an opportunity for me to thank the veterans of our community.
Our veterans left their homes, families, and everything familiar to them to protect our way of life. They have defended the freedoms we enjoy each day. But these freedoms are too often taken for granted and underappreciated.
The story of a veteran is one of courage. Each veteran accepts a path that is often uncertain, demanding, and filled with both triumphs and challenges.
For some, their internal battles did not end when they came home. Survivors’ guilt, letting go of the trauma, and the challenge of reintegrating into civilian life weighed heavily. The battlefield had become a reality, and transitioning back to peace was a journey for which there is no map.
To our veterans, you have given us more than we can ever repay. You left behind families, friends, and the comfort of the familiar to serve in ways many of us can scarcely imagine. Some of you returned to open arms, others returned to silence, and some of you are still fighting battles that only you understand. But please know this: we see you; we honor you, and we will always stand by you.
To the families of our veterans, we acknowledge your sacrifice as well. You have stood by your loved ones through the darkest moments, held onto hope when times were tough, and provided a foundation of strength. You are the unsung heroes in this story.
I want to remind each of you that today is not just about remembering our veterans; it’s about recognizing their enduring courage, their visible and unseen battles, and the stressors they carry with them long after their service ends.
I say to you, our veterans: we see you, honor you, and thank you for all you have done.
How about you? Is it easy to overlook the freedom supplied by veterans?
Watch for the blind spots.
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