Comments on: Remembering Our Veterans: My Best Fourth of July

By: Barbara Joelson

Barbara Joelson — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 19:53:45 +0000

Thank you Michael for the beautiful article and for the recognition of my grandfather Mr. Adolph Arujo.

This meant and means a great deal to my family.

Thank you.

By: Tchristemac

Tchristemac — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 17:20:48 +0000

The Forgotten war, it is for the masses, however in my household I hear about it almost everyday. My Father was a pilot in the navy and my father in law was a ground solider for the greatest armed force in the world he fought with the Marines. I am very proud of both of them and myself and my family can have there freedoms becasue of these indivduals. Great article and we can never forget what these men and women have done for this great country!!!!

By: Phyreblade

Phyreblade — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:56:03 +0000

Tears in my eyes. My grandfather was always choked up as he spoke of his experience in Korea during the war. When he would discuss it, anyway. To this day, I have an incredible appreciation for Korean War veterans. Such a profound letter. Thank you.

By: Mark_S

Mark_S — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:53:36 +0000

Wow.. Michael I dunno what to say, other than Major thanks for pushing onward when it seemed to be at all a standstill in your efforts for this.

By: Michael Mandaville

Michael Mandaville — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 05:54:57 +0000

And thank you, sir, for taking it to the next generation. Every chance we get, especially in public to demonstrate this appreciation is crucial for our future. We are all Citizen Soldiers.

By: Jan

Jan — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 05:19:49 +0000

My father was in the Navy and his ship was sunk twice and I never knew until I befriended a couple at work, and it turned out that my older friend had been one of the sailors that saved my father on a different ship. I never knew anything about his experiences in the service until they met and found out their paths had crossed on that day. My friend was also at Pearl Harbor on the day it was bombed. Our families would get together often and they would be in their own little world with their stories. They would never talk about it other wise. My friend also was in the secret service when the younger Gov Brown was in office in CA, boy he had some stories about him! I can't believe he might run again. My friend died 4 yrs ago and I miss him so much, they don't make em like that any more. My dad is still going strong though but has never said a word about it since. My heart breaks when I see that captured soldier, we all need get down on our knees and pray he survives those evil people. Thank you for this story it brought back great memories, and to all the soldiers who sacrificed for my freedom, Thank You!

By: Marilena

Marilena — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 03:06:08 +0000

Mr Mandaville, Adolf Arujo has my deepest respect, honor, and gratitude, …..but I also thank YOU for this post. It inspires us all to at least TRY to find ways to thank the unsung heroes among us.

By: Marilena

Marilena — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 02:50:31 +0000

What a fine story! Thanks for telling us about it.

By: GarlandAngel

GarlandAngel — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 02:10:15 +0000

Thank you Michael, it was an honor to read about Mr. Arujo. May God bless him and you for allowing us to read about one our true heroes.

By: Dagny'sdaughter

Dagny'sdaughter — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:16:12 +0000

Years ago, during the Vietnam war, I believed in all the hippie peace and love ideals, and was greatly against war. During a vist to England, my passport was stolen. To get a new passport was expensive, so I called my family for money, but could not pick it up because I had no ID! I was standing outside Western Union with my friend tearfully bemoaning my situation when a very nicely dressed older woman offered me money.
I was stunned. She told she wanted to help me, because I was American. She said " I'll never forget what America did for us during the war."
That experience opened my eyes. This nice lady was so affected that, years after the war, she still needed to have a practical way to thank American GI's for their sacrifice. The fight for freedom came full circle to me that day, and opened my eyes to the true meaning of heroism. Thanks for reminding me!