What is Your American Story?

All things set aside, I believe that there is still an overwhelming amount of good in America. I see it in the eyes of the struggling Americans. We are still holding our heads high, even along with our pitchforks. I believe that it is possible for America to recover if the American people band together

I am taking a moment to remember the American spirit because I do not fully believe it can be killed. I encourage those of you who read this to take a moment to share your American story. Your story could inspire someone who is hurting or losing faith.

Here is my American Story:

I am a United States Sailor. Five years ago I vowed to protect this nation from all threats, foreign and domestic. I have seen my comrades go to war for things they personally didn't believe in, to save people they didn't even know. I have pictures of uniformed-clad friends of mine laughing with Iraqi children and sharing candy bars from their packs. I have heard their stories of joy, hope and pain. I have had friends who gave their lives in Afghanistan and Iraq. I have delivered bad news, I have prayed with the families and I have seen one father completely lose his faith in this country upon the news of his son's death in Iraq. When he got the news he didn't say a word, he walked right past out into the front yard, pulled down the American flag he had been flying out front of the house and threw it in the garbage can out by the curb. I remember my friends. I have attended their funerals, I have folded their flags.

I believe that this great nation is loved and guarded most by people who never get to meet the President nor have a say in the laws being made in Washington. They appreciate this great nation through the fight they endure to protect it. They deliver a message to the masses in war without saying a word. To the children in Iraq they are heroes. The children flee into the streets tugging at the camo pants and saying things that the soldier, sailor, airman, marine can't understand in his mind. But he understands in his heart. He may not have volunteered for this mission but he brings hope. I believe that my American story comes in my own service to our country even when I hate what is going on up the chain.

I have three lovely children and a strong, supportive husband. I have chosen to re-enlist in our great Navy though I face a deployment this year. I believe that we can overcome the evils that flow through our country. I will stand behind our President though I daily question his activities.

Please share your American story. We could all use a warm fuzzy and I believe it is vital that we remember the good that MADE our country in the first place.