Today We Celebrate Real Heroes (May 28, 2021)

Real heroes don't wear jerseys depicting some number; they are our nation’s freedom fighters of the highest caliber.

Real heroes don't erect signs declaring themselves heroes; they serve us endlessly, thanklessly, and selflessly with honor. 

Real heroes will never warrant for attention; they act proudly and courageously whether there’s ever any mention.

Real heroes will never kneel before our great flag; they die to honor it – giving all that they have.

Real heroes charge into the face of certain death to protect America and her people – giving us their best.

 They write letters home, like this one, painful to read; while we never even knew the struggles they’ve seen.

 "I don’t know why I am writing this because I really hope that this letter never gets to you, because if it does that means I am dead.

Just because I have passed away does not mean I am not with you. I’ll always be there looking over you, keeping you safe.

So whenever you feel lonely just close your eyes and I’ll be there right by your side. I really did love you with all I had, you were everything to me."

-Gunner Lee Thornton, Iraq war hero

Real heroes endure the greatest of pains; we remember them to ensure their fight is never in vain.

Team Z knows who real heroes are. Today we celebrate our veterans who died in service of this great country, and pray that they sit at the right hand of God in his loving embrace.

Sincerely,

Justin R. Zinzow

CEO

on Behalf of Team Z