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| Adrian | Apr 16 2004, 02:55 AM Post #31 |
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That was a joke, Bill. But in all truth, I don't see many soldiers in uniform (and I live and work next to some pretty big military bases, Camp Pendelton being one). Even if I did, I would feel pretty corny walking up to a complete stanger and crying "Thank You!". |
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| anon_persona | Apr 16 2004, 06:34 AM Post #32 |
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"Bill: Why would anyone QUOTE just walk(ed) up to ANYONE in a military uniform and thank(ed) them ? In the military the vast majority of servicemen/servicewomen NEVER get anywhere near the action (being support in the rear), clerks, logistics, mechanics etc just they are in uniform. " Tell that to Private Lynch and her dead comrades. I thank soldiers whenever I see them, and considering I've worked in DC for the past 3 summers, that's a lot. What's more important, not getting embarrassed over thanking people for risking their lives to uphold the freedom I hold so dear, or doing what is morally responsible. |
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| Admiralbill_gomec | Apr 16 2004, 08:48 AM Post #33 |
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Then that's just one more thing that separates us. I have absolutely no problem walking up to a serviceman/servicewoman and saying "thanks". You should see quite a few Marines if you are next to Pendleton. Corny? Come on. Aside to Somerled: So what? Everyone does their part. |
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| captain_proton_au | Apr 16 2004, 12:37 PM Post #34 |
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And you wouldnt see 'suicide bomber' either, they wouldnt last long enough to clear the tax free threshold.
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