[FarmerW]

I have a confession related to this. Creeps into my mind every day and I am sorry for what I did.

I was in an airport last year and saw some very young enlisted Marines at the same eating area as I was. I started to say something as they walked into to obviously by lunch, we all know what young enlisted make. The kids acted up and I didn't get to the counter before they ordered.

I thought, that's OK. I will go buy then dessert. Not that they need a dessert, just so they know I care, to say thanks..but I got shy and I didn't do it. I regret it every day. I think of those two brave young men every day.

I am sorry I didn't act when I had the chance. I don't want to let other chances go to show we care.

[mosquitobite]

No matter where I am if I see a service man or woman in uniform I always thank them. Sometimes it makes me cry!

[Woodstock]

I thought, that's OK. I will go buy then dessert. Not that they need a dessert, just so they know I care, to say thanks..but I got shy and I didn't do it. I regret it every day. I think of those two brave young men every day. I am sorry I didn't act when I had the chance. I don't want to let other chances go to show we care.

Don't feel bad. The thought was there and is what matters. We were traveling through Atlanta airport last Christmas and ran into the same thing. My hubby and I were not sure how to approach the group. So, I sent our lids over with a camera to get there picture taken with "The Guys." It was the perfect ice-breaker. We bought them beers and paid for their dinners. Our kids even got to write to a few of them later. Those young men were just so happy to be home. Next time, send in the kiddos.