Happy Veteran's Day - Honoring All Who Served (Keeping the Torch Bright)

There are a few professions I have a great amount of respect for and the military is one of them. They are givers who have devoted themselves to a greater cause. There are other professions that live by honor codes and support their people and nation as well, but today is Veterans Day. If you want to make a difference and support the defense of our nation and many other good causes consider joining. If its not for you then consider other ways to contribute including being nice to our veterans or becoming a better person.

 As our nation struggles with its most recent world conflicts and internal societal change, it is institutions like the Military that provide opportunities for the young by keeping our shores safe and provide a sense of stability through the ages. For millions of young men and women the military provided them the structure and opportunities they need to succeed in life. It is an often unexplored avenue to personal development (There are things we can do to improve it as a path to draw in additional high talent). 

No matter one's race, religion or ethnic background this nations stands for all of us. To support that universal freedom it is important to get people involved and encourage the young to join public service, make a contribution, and nudge a difference in the development of our nation. It is a shared generation to generation responsibility that we all own a part of.

New minds bring new ideas and a commitment to our American ideals. While we wobbled a bit in this generation, I believe it is the next that will raise the light higher. As our generation hands age, it is the young that will put theirs over ours to brace the stem of liberty upright to high to keep it illuminating the world. Respect what people have done for us and respect our veterans. Respect them by being the best person you can, while maximizing your contributions. Veterans sacrificed for you, so don't waste your chance to be part of something bigger then self.