thank you for fighting for us

This morning when I came in at the office, sad news welcomed me. Soldiers were killed in a clash in Basilan. The number of casualties were different in the papers and from this article but one thing is clear, there are now a lot of families without a dad, son, brother and friend.

I always have a soft spot for soldiers because my Dad retired from the service a couple of years back. My favorite uncle was also a soldier and so is a cousin. I know the feeling when Dads tell their families that the risk is all part of the service to their country. I hope we can appreciate them more because they really deserve a lot. I for a fact know that they do not earn that much (God knows they should!), but their fulfillment and commitment is really beyond anything monetary.

I hope we can take a few moments in our day to remember our fallen soldiers in Basilan and their families who will feel the loss forever.