Your soldier is a hero. Whether in a combat zone, or in a supporting role somewhere else, He/She keeps me safe and free.
Guess what ...
You're a hero, too.
After all, you passed on the values that inspired your Soldier/Sailor/Airman/Marine to "lay it all on the line" to protect the rest of us.
My heartfelt prayers and infinite gratitude to all of you.
From an Army Veteran and Proud Mom of a Senior Airman.
(He isn't in combat, but is a Medical Tech in Germany. Among other things, he and his comrades care for the wounded on their way back to the States.)