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Thank a Veteran – We Are Free Because of the Brave

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Korean War Veteran

Thank a veteran: America is the”Home of the FREE, because of the BRAVE.”

Veteran – Person who has served and is no longer serving in armed forces. Military veterans that have served directly in armed conflict in war are further defined as war veterans. https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/veteran

Freedom – The quality or state of being free such as: free from coercion, constraint in choice or action, slavery, restraint, or power of another; a political right… https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freedom

Brave – having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty; having or showing courage. https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/brave

Where would we be without our military and war veterans? How many of us take it for granted? Too many, I believe. If it wasn’t for men and women putting their lives at stake would we have freedom of speech; would we be able to walk around this nation without armed guards walking the streets; would we have the right to choose our religion…?

Any day, but especially November 11, thank a veteran. My dad was a Korean War veteran, my uncles served in the United States Navy; all served during war and non-war periods. It doesn’t matter when people serve or served; I’ll admit I couldn’t do it, but I thank God there are people who have the courage to keep us safe and free. #ThankAVeteran

Until next time,

Colleen

About Colleen Wietmarschen

From introverted child to successful businesswoman to triathlete at age 50, finished a duathlon at age 60, violin student at age 54, and completing a 300-mile bike challenge in 30 days, I aim to face any challenge with an open mind.

As a speaker, I enjoy conveying my vast wisdom of business experience; from running a quarter million plus business to restarting after 18 years, believe me, I've seen it all. I like to bring energy to every engagement and inspire the audience with stories interspersed with value-packed knowledge. I also enjoy being a guest on podcast interviews having lots of fun interacting with hosts and sharing information from restarting my business after 18 years to taking up challenges in my 50s, and more!

I love consulting clients and mentoring students inspiring them as they move to their next level - whatever it is for them.

My favorite quote is "Music Makes Us Human." Author Unknown.

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