Wednesday, June 9, 2010

some would say.










For all my life I have watched my Dad dress in ARMY green, to serve his country, to serve this people of the United States of America. He did so with honor, loyalty, dedication, and love. For 38 years, 6 months and 4 days he served this country in the form of a Chaplain. Someone who has to catch the families of the fallen. A mind that must know the right thing to say when all else seems to not make sense. A heart that must love the broken. The Chaplain is the person that comforts, that gives hope, and guides. He is an American Soldier. Some would say that loyalty to a job is a thing of the past; that dedication to an employer is rare to be found. But I would say, look to the American Soldier. Some would say that true love is hard to find. But I would say, ask the America Soldier how they feel when they see the American Flag flying on home soil. Some would say that fashion makes the man. I would say, watch the American Soldier dressed in uniform, and the man he becomes. To all the men and women serving our nation, and especially to my Father, Chaplain Colonel Lynn Humphreys, I would say...thank you.

7 comments:

Jessica said...

I am so very grateful for the service that your Dad has given to our country and for his sacrifice as well as your familiy's sacrifice! Thank you!!

BusyB said...

I am on boat with Jessica! Its amazing men like your dad that fight for all the things america stands for... amazing!
Great Post. Great pictures as well (love the little boy in blue shirt)

Jill said...

Is that sam or ben trying to catch flies with his mouth? your dad deserves all honors and full respect for his service. Hope he gets to continue to fill in sometimes. you all look awesome!

Toots said...

yeah for Dad!!! This was fun to see, Aim. You and Dad look great!
What a day...I'm so glad I could be there. We are a great family! Dad makes me so proud. I love your words. It rings so true to me. Thanks, Aim!

Toots said...

Sam totally cracks me up with his sea bass mouth. :) Jeannie would laugh too.

Rich and Tyra said...

Aww! What great pictures! And I say a big THANK YOU to all those who serve our country too!!!

J + A Humphreys said...

That was a really great day. I'm so glad we were able to be there. It had a really BIG impact on Justin and it was so neat to hear all the good things said about Lynn. I mean, we know he is great, but it was really something to hear it from those men.

It was SO fun to bisit. Trying to regroup and get over the family and friends and fun high. Back to real life. So glad we came up to the six acres and played. LY!