Do people really understand the hurt behind wearing "the uniform" when they never EARNED the right? / by Markis McCollum

As a member in the U.S. Military this strikes home with me because I had to put up with a lot of things to wear and for wearing the uniform. I've been injured, away from family, cried, hurt, blead, was disappointed and the list go's on. BUT it's something I did by my choice and own will. And I'm proud of every moment. And if I could do it again I would.  But with all the pride and joy I have serving there are some that take the credit and have not don't a thing. 

 

Uniforms is trash and very impossible  

Uniforms is trash and very impossible  

I see this all the time, and when you say something they will get and attitude with you

I see this all the time, and when you say something they will get and attitude with you

Just a plain lie

Just a plain lie

Then you have the people who just like at it as a fashion statement...... 

 

Disrespectful

Disrespectful

A joke

A joke

Dumb

Dumb

This is really, really sad because it's like they are making light of the U.S. Military.... We are not a joke, we are not a fashion statement. We serve a very real and important purpose, and I would venture to say greater than any entertainer. So when you see a real member of the DoD you don't have to pledge your life to that person, a simple thanks will do.