I had the privilege to watch a good friend’s pinning ceremony. He’s now a Senior Chief. We can quickly gloss over ceremony. It’s important. Achievement should be recognized and celebrated.

I’m impressed by the military community, and submariners in particular. They do a job they can’t and won’t talk about.. They do a job, do it well, and we are safe because of it. They are a classy group.

Freedom is not free; I find it easy for us to forget that while I watched the ceremony. The military deserves appreciation and admiration.

The US Military has a history of paying the price for freedom. It is fitting to have the 50th post to show appreciation for those who gave the greatest price for freedom. America is not perfect, but its history is one of stopping oppression.

To those who made & make freedom possible, than you! Happy 4th of July!

Freedom is not free… Thanks to all those who served and serve in the military.