Yesterday, as I was about to board a train, an older gentleman getting off the train asked me a question, with a smile. I had my earbuds on so I didn't hear him the first tine. I took of my earbuds, as the rest of the passengers flowed out. He smiled again, and said, "I hope you had a nice Veterans Day," then continued on his merry way.
I had no clue how he knew I was a veteran. I had nothing obvious that would have given it away giving the short timeframe. It warmed my heart and stuck with me from the rest of the ride home. Then I remembered the message from a former army buddy the day before that, Veterans Day. He called to wish me a Happy Veterans Day, and commented on the lack of appreciation from those who never had to put on the uniform with the willingness to make the sacrifice.
Happy Veterans Day, everyday.
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