...it's Veteran's Day. Mind you, I don't mean to slight the holiday with that "lesser" tag, but what was intended to be a "thank you" to those who defended our country, sometimes against
real threats, well... now, you're in a fortunate minority if you get the (observed) day off. Beyond that, it's become little more than a marketing opportunity for retailers... and even that's getting brushed aside in the rush to start the Christmas Shopping Season. Depressing, disturbing, disgusting... I'm not sure which one wins out here, but, on the whole, it ain't good.
A hearty thank you for not letting your reactor core melt down while in service. I'd feel a bit better about Veteran's Day being a lesser holiday if all veterans could say they served in peacetime.
ReplyDeleteBut hey, 7% of the cost of a complete living room suite. Sure, it doesn't even cover the sales tax.....