November 11

Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.

John 15:13

For Veterans Day, my daughter's school does a big celebration and invites guest speakers each year to share. This year was amazing! We had Col. James Harding sharing his experience during a rescue mission to save a Marine pilot named Clyde Smith who had been shot down in Laos over "one of the hottest segments" of the Ho Chi Minh Trail. The rescue was deemed next to impossible!!!

The story was simply beautiful showing the efforts for several days to rescue this one man. He shared that he loved America because we value life!!! As he shared in detail all that happened, you could not help but picture the love of Jesus. Col. Harding and his men did rescue Clyde Smith, and no one was hurt during the mission. No one involved gave up! They didn't let the enemy's advantage take over.

We can find ourselves selfish at times and even complain about our country and its leaders. We are an awesome country with great men and women who serve to make it better and safe everyday! We should remember them in our prayers and help their efforts any chance we get. Don't spend your time complaining about America! Be thankful that you live here.

To read more on his story check out this link...Col. James Harding and his story