So last week I was talking to my Dad about a job he had done that day (FYI he & my uncle own a plumbing company) and ever since it has just had me thinking so I just thought I would share this with you.
He was at women's house, who was obviously having plumbing problems, she was their with her young kids and looked to be at her limit. They got to talking and she told him that her husband was in Iraq serving in the war and had been there for a long time, I think he was on his second tour of duty. My dad noticed her Subaru sitting in the driveway with the hood up and asked her if her car was having problems, she said yes and that she had finally received the rest of the parts to finish fixing the car. My dad said to her, thank you for your sacrifice that you and your family are making in behalf of me and my family, she turned to him and said you know no one has ever said "Thank you". My dad had to go back again the next day to do more work for her and she came out crying when she saw him, she told him she talked to her husband that night and he was grateful for my dad and his work. (p.s. for those who are curious - no, my dad did not charge her for the work).
It has just had me sick to think that these families whose fathers, sons, daughters, sisters, cousins and friends are out serving our country and are making great sacrifices daily, are struggling and what are we doing for them? I can't stand that she had to fix her own car, go to work, fix the household problems, take care of her young family, etc. and barely skim by and not one person can even say a simple thank you.
I just felt strongly to write this, I know it might be stupid, but if any of you know someone who is serving, please tell them we said THANK YOU!!
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Everything you said is so true. Most everyone is so concerned with the rights and wrongs of us being in Iraq that they forget about the sacrifice families and individuals are making in our countries behalf.
Your dad is so admirable. Its great that he took the time to show his appreciation.
Thanks for the post. Things like this always make any problems I have seem so small and insignificant!
Brittany -
this is Laurie's friend Ashley.
Thankyou for posting this - We have several Men serving in Iraq in our Ward, and I am ashamed to say that never once have I told their wives and families 'Thank You!' I have a little work to do!
Thanks again for recognizing the good these families are doing for us and Our Families!
This is a good reminder! Thanks for posting this!
That's a great post. The families, let alone the soldiers, don't get the thanks they deserve now days.
Your dad is an awesome guy and helped us out a ton. We need more people like him around!
That's such a great reminder Britt. It was such fun to see you last night!
I am so glad you shared this. It's too bad that as adults we have to remember to show gratitude. We tell our kids over and over and we can't remember to say it ourselves. Your dad sounds like an admireable man. Annie
Hi you! I just wanted to say hello! I came to check on you via your blog and was touched by your most recent post. We should get together soon so that some of your amazingness rubs off on me.
Thank you for sharing that story. It was so touching. Going on 3 kids I can't imagine having to do everything by myself and have Eric gone.
HELLO! This is Rachel Tomsick. I jsut found your blog through Lindsey's. I can't get over how big your cute kids are! Holy cow... time really flies. I guess that it HAS been a year.
I also want to add my sentiments to yours. Life gets crazy and it is so easy to focus on your own kids and family. It is great to take a time out and appreciate the sacrifices of others.
I found your blog via Laurie's.. funny thing is your husband and mine(Lee Johnson)are cousins. Small world :)
I just wanted to comment that I love this post. It's so sad that there are so many out there who rarely hear a thank you.
It was fun to find your blog.
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