There has never been a time in my life where I haven't been reminded of the fight many brave women and men have fought to ensure American freedom. However, I feel that we, as a nation, don't thank them enough for everything that they do. As I drove home from the gym today, I thought of my family members who have fought to keep me safe and free. I decided to write a short and sweet letter of appreciation to all the soldiers who fight every day for our lives.

First off, thank you for all that you do. You go through hell and back to give me the freedom to wear a Star Wars tee-shirt whenever and wherever I want. You give us the freedom to express ourselves in ways that are looked down upon in some other countries. You put up with awful living conditions so we don't have to do it at home. Thank you for being away from your family so that I have the freedom and safety to be with mine.

Secondly, thank you to all of the doctors and nurses who work by our soldiers and help heal them and bring them home to their families. You are not forgotten. You are an integral part of why we are free. Where would we be if we didn't have your help to heal wounded soldiers? You give me my freedom just as much as any soldier.

I want to let all soldiers know that they are appreciated no matter what. I want to thank the soldiers who scar themselves for life so that I can be who I want to be. I appreciate the sacrifices you all make so that I can live a normal and peaceful life.

Thank you, also, to the families of soldiers who put up with their loved ones being away so that I can be free to travel to different countries without fear of what lies beyond the USA. Your losses are recognized and I thank you once again for the bravery that you exude in day-to-day life.

Thank you to all of the soldiers and the families of soldiers. You fight the brave fight for freedom. You change the world for all of us each day.