For so many of those boys that “one tour” turned into a tour that lasted for eternity. Our family had many men who were there, some of whom came back standing tall and proud; some who came back bearing the shrapnel and scars of a lifetime; and one, a holder of two Purple Hearts and a Silver Star for gallantry in action, who only returned because his mother back on the farm was determined to have her son unearthed from a European grave and brought home to the land he loved. God bless all those men and women who fought for our liberty, and God bless all those who are still doing so today.

Lovisa, Your post was well stated.

Fantastic! Have a great time, and hoist a pint to us here at Novatownhall if you get a chance!