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Originally Posted by Chaplain Scott
Really good stuff guys!! In one of my two current "day-jobs", I am a hospital Chaplain and I get to see a significant number of older folks where either the husband or wife are on their death beds. Its an honor to sit with them, listen to their stories and honor the love and committment these men and women have shown each other for 40-50-60 years.
I also get the chance to sit with a number of WWII and Korean vets as they prepare for their final roll call, and listen to their stores. When I leave their rooms, I salute them, and often, they seem to hear the old Bugle Calls, they sit or lie straighter in bed and return my salute. I feel honored.
Some things I would do over, but spending 30 years in the uniform of my country is one of the things i would over again without hesitation.........
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Very heartfelt, Chaplain Scott. you are doing God's work sitting with the Vet's. I too, feel honored when I talked to and say "thank you for your service" to the old timers and young alike. They are sooo appreciative for the comment. I retired from "home sales" ( not selling homes) in the renovation field. Part of my enjoyment was seeing the "vet" license plates and thanking them and asking about their service....I coudnt care less about the sale but got "that feeling" when I showed my respect to them.....priceless