"Step into my shoes and walk the life I'm living, and if you get as far as I am, just maybe you will see how STRONG I really am." Words cannot accurately describe the strength that this Marine Corps Veteran possesses, and I don't think we could truly understand it unless we were, in fact, walking in her shoes. Sarah Rudder has physical and mental strength like no one I've ever met. When she was told she couldn't do something, she did it. And she keeps doing it and proving eve

"F.E.A.R. has two meanings. 1. Forget everything and run 2. Face everything and rise. The choice is yours." I could not describe this Veteran any better than this quote and, for those wondering, she chose option two. Melissa Leuck epitomizes mental and physical strength, courage, determination, and the act of rising above her fears. Not only did she look the enemy in the eye in the Army, she looked several other enemies in the eye in order to overcome her darkest hours, month

There is no greater, more powerful photo than this that symbolizes true patriotism and respect. A fellow WWII Veteran, Former Sen. Bob Dole, honoring the late former President George H.W. Bush as he lies in state at the U.S. Capital. May we all take a step back, realize the things that are truly important in life, and honor those who have fought for our country, no matter what their beliefs or their political beliefs. Thank you for your service to our country, President