To all of the current and retired members of our Armed Forces, I'd like to wish you all a safe and happy day today. Thank you for your service and may God bless and protect you.

To all of the families who have lost loved ones, I thank you for your sacrifice and ask that God grant you solace.

To all the families that have loved ones currently serving, you have my undying support.

I shudder to think what our country would be without the dedication, determination and selfless commitment of our military since 1861 nor do I want to even try.