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I Love the USA

Filed Under Return To Vietnam 

To Serve & Protect

Hurray!  We are now back on American soil, and again, we are reminded of how very much we love this country.  Visiting Vietnam and Cambodia made it clear how very precious freedom is to a country, a people, and to us as individuals.  To all those who have served America or are currently serving our great country abroad, thank you.  While flying from Singapore and changing planes in Tokyo this morning, we came upon several young soldiers returning to the USA on R&R from Iraq.  Tony gave each of them a small card with the words, “Thank You For Serving.”  Only wish you could have seen their faces.  Wow. Actually brought tears to our eyes knowing that they will soon have to return to combat in a few short weeks.  At any rate, this was an amazing trip/journey.  Tony did incredibly well and we truly enjoyed the people in every place we visited.  Following almost 3 weeks of non-stop travel, we have been flying two days without much sleep since leaving Singapore, yet, before we go to bed tonight in our warm, cozy home, we want to say how much it has meant that so many of you have kept up with our blog.  We have indeed received much joy and encouragement from your prayers and support.  With gratitude,

Jan and Tony

Comments

5 Responses to “I Love the USA”

  1. Brian DiCiacco on January 19th, 2009 3:14 pm

    I’m so proud of what you guys have done, and this whole trip is an impressive reminder of your commitment to personal growth! I can’t wait to sit down, enjoy a meal, and hear of all the amazing sights and experiences!

  2. Brittany Swart on January 19th, 2009 6:45 pm

    Tony and Jan,
    Thank you so much for sharing your journey! It was wonderful to follow your travels and hear about the truly eye-opening experiences you had.

  3. Robert R. Bragg on January 19th, 2009 8:52 pm

    Jan and Tony; Welcome home again. I have certainly enjoyed following the blogs and am truly amazed with the effort to keep us all informed. Keep on keeping on. Your friend, Bob Bragg USN RET

  4. Lorin & Dixie Ricker on January 19th, 2009 11:08 pm

    Welcome Home! We too are so very proud of you, of what you’ve shared so far, and of what you’ll be doing and sharing with the journey and experience you’ve just completed! We look forward to the photos, and especially to the conversations we’ll have soon on Castle Rock Radio (02/12/09 on “Walking A Walk”). We can’t wait to see you again!
    — D & L

  5. Kay Shaw on January 20th, 2009 6:23 pm

    Andy and I really appreciate the two of you sharing this journey. We are sure that the learning will continue long after you return home. You are both truly life long learners. What wonderful role models you are for your friends, family and other service people. Thanks for opening your writings to others but most of all thanks for your years of service to this country. Today watching the civilized transition of a new President reminds us all of the wonderful country we all live in and hope the best for in the future. God bless both of you and this great country!
    Kay and Andy Shaw