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Our Thoughts and Gratitude Go Out to Veterans
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Published on November 11, 2009 in This Handmade Life 		Photo by

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With the backdrop of two active wars and the recent tragedy at Fort Hood, our hearts, thanks, prayers, and sadly our condolences, go out to those in the military and their families this Veterans Day. 

Veterans Day, formerly known as Armistice Day, was originally set as a U.S. holiday to honor the end of World War I, which officially took place on November 11, 1918. In 1938, November 11 was "dedicated to the cause of world peace and to be hereafter celebrated and known as 'Armistice Day.'" As such, this new holiday honored World War I veterans. After both World War II and the Korean War, Congress — at the urging of the veterans service organizations — amended the Act of 1938 by striking out the word "Armistice" and inserting the word "Veterans" and November 11 became a day to honor American veterans of all wars.

This is also a time to honor those who have fought for freedom in other parts of the world. One of the most significant symbols of this is the 20th Anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, which occurred two days ago, on November 9.

While peace is still a distant goal for the world as a whole, we are very fortunate to have the freedom we enjoy and the protection of those who make sacrifices every day.

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Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:16 a.m. OhFaro

A perfect way to start this day! Thank you to all who serve.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:18 a.m. buttercupbloom

I (((heart))) our Veterans...one of them is my Dad. Love you, Dad.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:20 a.m. Scrapboarding

Let's take a moment to celebrate and honor our veteran's today.

Everytime a greeting card is purchased from Scrapboarding, one ships on me to the "Any Soldier" APO overseas for the holidays.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:23 a.m. FatBatShop

Hooray for our Veterans! Thank you!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:23 a.m. CarryTheWord

I am so very thankful to our veterans and those serving our country today. We owe you so much, thank you!!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:24 a.m. FatBatShop

Hooray for our Veterans! Thank you!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:24 a.m. yenjewelry

what a great and timely feature. thanks for sharing.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:24 a.m. bananastrudel

My heartfelt gratitude to our soldiers and their families, for their sacrifice.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:25 a.m. yenjewelry

what a timely feature. thanks for posting.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:27 a.m. mathildacraft

Thanks to all who are willing to serve their country (my dad is a veteran as well).

That memory quilt is a wonderful idea, btw. I <3

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:28 a.m. fotostrudel

We wear our poppy proudly this Remembrance Day. Lest we forget.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:33 a.m. TerisTreasure

Vanessa, thank you so much for this article and mentioning the Homefront Team and our giveaway! :) We sure appreciate the kind words to our soldiers but most of all, appreciate the sacrifices our military make for our country!

Dont miss out on our Homefront Fan Page giveaway, over $270 worth of free handmade items! Check out the link above!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:35 a.m. HoneysuckleLane

I'd like to send a BIG heartfelt thank you to all veterans and families of veterans!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:37 a.m. VixVintage

We are so grateful, THANK-YOU!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:39 a.m. SHAbang

Hug a Veteran today...I hugged mine!

Go Homefront Team - keep those home fires burning.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:40 a.m. ME2Designs

Thank you to all who have served or are serving, because your sacrifices allow us to remain free.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:42 a.m. BlackStar

Thank you to all that served!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:45 a.m. craftpile

very grateful!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:46 a.m. SeaFindDesigns

Thank you Veterans!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:49 a.m. girltuesdayjewelry

Thank you to those who have served and continue to serve!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:49 a.m. Jenmyall

Happy Veterans Day!! Thank you to everyone who has served and is currently serving. Thank you to the families of the military, it is a hard job. :)

My husband is currently deployed along with lots of our friends.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:49 a.m. kellybellydesigns

Love it! Happy Veterans Day and I am so proud to be a part of the Homefront Team! Lots of talent on here!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:49 a.m. photoglassworks

My dad is one of them too, served in Vietnam and was stationed at Fort Hood where the shootings just happened. Huge thank you to all that have sacrificed for us.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:54 a.m. EvenAndy

A nice dedication to the Veteran's. Great collection. Thanks to all of those who are protecting are country:)

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:11 a.m. livingstonandporter

I love reading the STORQUE posts and perusing the products listed but I am surprised today that there isn't a vintage flag shown....(and not just because i sell them) There isn't any better way to acknowledge this day then to have a FLAG flown on Veterans Day and always.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:11 a.m. FableBay

it's good to remember what this day is about, thank a soldier today. I'm off to call my little brothers. 24 and 26, both veterans, and completely deserving of my thanks.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:27 a.m. ChrissyWatson

My sister is in Hawaii at her first station with the United State Navy. I am so proud of her! Thank you veterans!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:28 a.m. treacletoffee

Thanks for the Storque article. 11th November is a day for remembrance in many countries as well as the United States, though we don't have it as a national holiday here. We had Poppy Day here in the UK on Sunday to commemorate those who have fought for peace since WWI.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:32 a.m. jenharruff

Thank you so much for featuring both of my fantastic teams! I wanted to say thank you to all of the veterans for providing the freedom of a great country and for your many, many sacrifices. And thank you to the families, too. Being raised in the military and being married to the military is something I never take for granted.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:33 a.m. KnockKnocking

My uncle was blinded and paralyzed in Vietnam and now my brother serves, this thoughtful post made me cry. Thank you to all of our military and please come home safe soon!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:36 a.m. ThePaperTray

Thank you!!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:37 a.m. Ivriniel

Wychbury has some lovely poppy pins.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:38 a.m. FrayBabyBibsandMore

Thank you for featuring the Homefront team and thank you to all the veterans out there for your sacrifices and for protecting our great nation. Prayers to all in the Middle East and prayers to all the friends and families effected by the Ft Hood shootings. Give extra kisses to your soldier today, I know I am. :)

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:48 a.m. rosebudshome

Thanks to my brothers and father, uncles who served love you all.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:48 a.m. QuiltFinger

Lovely tribute! We are truly in debt. It makes us appreciate peace time so much more.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:57 a.m. JoyandWhimsy

Thank you to all the Vets. 2 great organizations to donate to:
1. The USO accepts books donations within the US
2.Books For Soldiers (that's not just about books but some just want letters, candy, mags, etc) to soldiers all over the world and you don't have to pay pricey ship prices (see below).
At BooksforSoldiers dot com, you just download an application to join (all the application has on it is to fill out your name/address/phone - real cinchy. Then you take it to your bank to be notarized - to prove you're you for security purposes.
Like a week later, Books For Soldiers allows you to have a password, and then you're allowed to get into the site and see all the soldiers requests from all over the world. Some don't just ask for books but for magazines, candy, etc. Some want stuffed animals to donate to local kids. All Books For Soldiers donations that go worldwide, first ship to their US base so you're only paying to ship within the US even though the package goes to Iraq, Afghanistan or elsewhere.
And tell the postal clerk you want to ship Media Mail so you get the cheap book rate that's half the price!
Many soldiers send thank u notes - they're very appreciative.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:58 a.m. lovelygifts

Thank you to all who have served our great nation!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 11:59 a.m. JoyandWhimsy

The USO and Books For Soldiers need donations.
Booksforsoldiers dot com - they dont' just want books but candy, letters, magazines etc. BooksforSoldiers has a form to fill out (just your name/address) then go to your bank to notarize it. Then you mail it to them and your in the club to help. Mailing books overseas is not expensive b/c all shipments go to a US base 1st so you only pay for domestic shipping - and if you ask to send it MEDIA MAIL for books - it's 1/2 the price. Great org!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 12:01 p.m. haveitconfections

Thank you to all who fought (and continue to fight) for our country. Thanks Dad, Grandpa, and Nonno for all you did and all of the sacrifices you made. It can't have been easy.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 12:05 p.m. thebestvintage

Thank You Veterans!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 12:06 p.m. swanmountainsoaps

Thank you etsy for honoring our veterans today. God bless all of our soldiers!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 12:18 p.m. monsterbugblankets

Thank you, Etsy--what a beautiful write up!

Thank you to our soldiers, sailors, marines, and airmen--and to their families. What a debt of love and gratitude we pour out to you on this day!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 12:22 p.m. VintageStarrBeads

Thanks to all who serve and all who sacrifice for the rest of us!-R. S.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 12:31 p.m. recycledwares

thanks for thinking of our soldiers today. there is not enough we can say to thank them for all they do.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 12:39 p.m. minouette

Here in Canada, we mark November 11th as Remembrance Day. We wear poppies like those which dotted the WWI battlefields immortalized in Lt.-Col John McCrae's poem "In Flanders Fields".

Nov. 11, 2009 at 12:40 p.m. sherrytruitt

Thanks for the article. May we find peace in the world at the next Veteran's Day.
If you want peace, work for justice.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 12:54 p.m. PaintedHorse

Thank you for a lovely tribute to veterans - our heroes!

I echo what sherrytruitt said: "May we find peace in the world at the next Veteran's Day."

Nov. 11, 2009 at 1:01 p.m. ornamentsbydeb

Thanks so much for featuring my "Until You Return" ornament. I designed it and made them for my family last year and we left them hanging until my nephew came home from Afghanistan. My niece asked me to make them to sell to other military Moms. Her son will be going back to Afghanistan again in April!

I am offering free shipping for either of my designs through Friday and $3.00 from each sale goes to a soldier charity.

God Bless all of our soldiers - past and present, including my Dad (God Bless his soul) in WWII and my brother in Vietnam! Because of their sacrifices, we are free!

Thanks SO much for this article!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 1:13 p.m. SimpleJoysPaperie

God bless our soldiers and their families.:)

Nov. 11, 2009 at 1:37 p.m. lavenderrabbit

A Huge Thank you to all who have served our great nation!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 2:28 p.m. terryann

ok someone just hyjacked this comments section... sad really.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 2:29 p.m. terryann

Thank you to all who have served, especially to my dad and my husband...!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. Anhoki

Brats RULE! THANK you to my father and ALL of our servicemen and women enlisted AND retired. Freedom isn't free and it is YOU who protect and fight for our rights. Semper Fi...Aim high....and fly FREE!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 2:31 p.m. soule

Thank you to all Vetrans and the current mean and woman serving! we wouldnt be where we are with out you!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 2:46 p.m. Anhoki

THANK YOU!!! Thanks to my daddy, my cousin Lance (RIP) and everyone who has or IS serving. Semper Fi!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 3:14 p.m. theqstore

With thanks to all Veterans and their families. Let's hope and pray for each and everyone today. Serving our country is something they do with pride and courage everyday. I am so proud to be part of The Homefront Team.

Hugs to all, Susie Q

Nov. 11, 2009 at 3:15 p.m. kpritch01

This is a great article and I think a lot of people often forget the story behind Veterans Day. It’s turned into such a commercial shopping holiday and it’s so very important that we never forget to acknowledge it’s real purpose. Everyone should take time today to thank our soldiers both past and present for fighting for our country and protecting our freedom.

The recent tragedy at Fort Hood is so unfortunate and I pray for the family and friends that lost a loved one. It’s crazy what the war can do to some people and it’s also very sad. I was on Facebook today and actually came across an ad for a site called Prescription Audio that’s offering a free download of their PTSD audio therapy for those in the military. This is something that I hope they’re marketing well because I have friends in the military suffering from this very disease and will be sure to pass it along. If you know of anyone that could benefit from this as well here’s the link: http://www.prescriptionaudio.com/page...

Nov. 11, 2009 at 3:21 p.m. RubyStudios

Thank you, thank you, thank you.

It's a poignant day. Today and every day when you think of those brave enough to defend.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 3:22 p.m. RubyStudios

Thank you, thank you, thank you.

It's a poignant day.
Today, and everyday, when you think
of those brave enough to defend.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 3:53 p.m. LaughingFridge

Thank you to all the veterans who have served their country and are still serving their country! Thank you for this wonderful article to remind us of how fortunate we are as a country to have brave men and women in the military to protect us.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 3:56 p.m. BlueRoomGems

All gave some, some gave all. Thank you to all our veterans. Thank you also for featuring the Homefront Team. We are all very proud of our soldiers!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 3:56 p.m. BlueRoomGems

ll gave some, some gave all. Thank you to all our veterans. Thank you also for featuring the Homefront Team. We are all very proud of our soldiers!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 4 p.m. FairyBubbles

JoyandWhimsy says....
The USO and Books For Soldiers need donations.
Booksforsoldiers dot com - they dont' just want books but candy, letters, magazines etc. BooksforSoldiers has a form to fill out (just your name/address) then go to your bank to notarize it. Then you mail it to them and your in the club to help. Mailing books overseas is not expensive b/c all shipments go to a US base 1st so you only pay for domestic shipping - and if you ask to send it MEDIA MAIL for books - it's 1/2 the price. Great org!
Needed a repeat:)

Thank you to all who serve, have served, and those who paid the ultimate sacrifice...and bigs hugs to the families of our military personnel. Salute!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 4:18 p.m. accentonvintage

Our military men and women deserve our gratitude for keeping us safe and our country the best! Thanks veterans and active soldiers!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 4:32 p.m. posiesforlulu

Great Storque! Thank you Grandpa Jim and Grandpa Lou!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 4:40 p.m. PaperOnParade

Thank you for this article and highlighting the Homefront team! Many, Many thanks to all our Veterans for their service! I am honored to be a member of the Homefront Team!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 5:05 p.m. tlsexton0913

This was awesome to include our group. Happy Veterans Day Dad and all the others!!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 5:42 p.m. Heartandsowdesigns

I thank all our veterans for their service. My family has and continues to serve this nation for our protection. I'm proud to be part of the homefront team!

I've posted a poem in their honor.
http://heartandsowdesigns.blogspot.co...

Nov. 11, 2009 at 5:46 p.m. Heartandsowdesigns

I thank all of our veterans for their service for our country. My family has served and continues to serve our courtry to protect our freedoms. I'm a proud member of the Homefront Team.

I posted a poem in honor of our veterans.
http://heartandsowdesigns.blogspot.co...

Nov. 11, 2009 at 6:28 p.m. DalkullanJewelry

Thank you so much to all the brave veterans who have given so much to keep our country free. God bless you and your families always.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 7:45 p.m. dragonhouseofyuen

thank you to etsy for remembering the soldiers

and my thanks to those who have served and who are still serving - worldwide.
I'm ex-Australian Army and I'm very grateful to the troops who are doing their jobs.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 8:07 p.m. rhradcliffedesigns

The first thing I did this morning was to call my dad and thank him for what he gave to his country. The second thing I did was kiss my husband and thank him for the same thing....veterans deserve it all. Thanks for the feature.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 9:21 p.m. jbeaudet

Thank you to all that served our country so we can be free! And to all that serve now, thank you!

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:24 p.m. shopgoodgrace

Yes, I am so very grateful and thankful for all of our service people - past and present.

Nov. 11, 2009 at 10:29 p.m. sweeteuropeandreams

thanks so much for this article - love it!
For anyone looking to support our wounded soldiers who are recovering overseas, here is an awesome opportunity, but you have to act fast! www.treesfortroops.net
Last year was amazing, but they need help! THanks again for your support!
Hooah!

Nov. 12, 2009 at 12:29 a.m. RubberStampPress

Love and gratitude to all Veterans.

Nov. 12, 2009 at 12:30 a.m. RubberStampPress

Love and gratitude to all Veterans.

Nov. 12, 2009 at 12:31 a.m. RubberStampPress

Love and gratitude to all Veterans.

Nov. 12, 2009 at 2:56 a.m. AMIdesigns

Thank you for this article. In the UK we have Remembrance Day and with our soldiers fighting alongside those from the USA in Afganistan, we have much to remember

Nov. 12, 2009 at 2:44 p.m. giraffelabel

great article! i am so proud to be a military spouse and a member of the homefront team!

Nov. 12, 2009 at 4:08 p.m. kissadesign

I am so proud of my friends and family who serve. I still deeply miss a young family member who lost his life while serving... I will never forget the sacrifices made for our freedom and I am eternally grateful for the daily blessings we are able to enjoy because of you... A heartfelt thank you to everyone for your service.

Nov. 13, 2009 at 2:24 p.m. mandysmix

This was wonderful. I work for the Veterans of Foreign Wars part time as a bartender. Most of them fought in the Vietnam War. I have seen many of these men brake down because, of the things that happened. My heart does go out to all Vets. and there loved ones as well.

Nov. 15, 2009 at 1:45 a.m. cassidycay

Thank you veterans!

Nov. 18, 2009 at 12:55 p.m. yabettasupadont

awesomeness and love yall. =]

Nov. 24, 2009 at 6:18 p.m. bbrunophotography

My dad and brothers are all vets, and my husband gave 21 years of service to our country. Your article made me proud and a little teary. Thank you! Your words are special.

Dec. 10, 2009 at 1:18 p.m. rswilsonjewelry

Your kind remembrance of the veterans is appreciated.
Thanks

Dec. 18, 2009 at 1:06 a.m. HiBird

A debt of gratitude for the men and women who serve in the armed forces. My pray for you, the blessing of light and goodness be around you and your loved ones. God Bless and protect you as you serve for our freedom.

Jan. 13, 2010 at 8:19 p.m. yourstoadorn

My beloved 19 year old son graduated from US Army Infantry Basic Training on Veteran's Day in Nov 09. Having a son serving our country is an eye opening and anxiety ridden experience. I truely appreciate all of your prayers,support and kind words for our servicemen and women! It helps more than you know!

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