There is a big group of folks that we are overlooking with our salutes. Civil Service, of which my husband, Ron, (4th from right, front row) is one of. He is 63 years old , retired U.S. Army but still involved. He has served in Bosnia, Kuwait (2), IRAQ (2). These men wear the same uniform as our active duty soldiers, just a different hat. They are exposed to the same dangers though most of them do not carry weapons. They are there to support our soldiers. These are great men and women and deserve recognition too. As an Army wife I can identify with these family members that are dealing with this today. This photo was taken in 2003, he returned home in Feb 2004. He went right back, only to Iraq in May 2004, and again in January 2005. He has been home since then, working at Ft. Stewart supporting 3rd ID. He is also the love of my life and my husband of 40 Years.

-- Linda Wilson of Lyons, Georgia