AMPP - Great Lakes Chapter’s Post

Veterans Day is almost here! As a friendly reminder, it's important to know the difference between key military-focused holidays so we can honor our heroes properly. Veterans Day, observed on Monday, November 11th, celebrates and recognizes all living Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces. Let's take this time to show our gratitude to those who answered the call to serve. Want to learn more about these important holidays and the best ways to honor our heroes? Check out our blog for a quick guide on what to say. https://heyor.ca/HwlOPe

Today, on Veterans Day, we pause to reflect on the immense sacrifices made by those who have served in our armed forces. To all the veterans-past, present, and future-thank you! Your courage, dedication, and commitment to protecting our freedom and way of life are beyond words. You've faced challenges that many of us can't even imagine. May we never forget the price of freedom, and may we continue to support and uplift those who have given so much for our country. #RepublicServicesVALOR10 #VeteransDay #RepublicServices #SustainabilityInAction

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Thanks to the 53 Florida Municipal Power Agency team members at our plants and office who are veterans (53 out of 197 team members or 27%). We greatly appreciate your service to our country to protect our citizens and provide a better quality of life for so many. It is not surprising that over half our veterans are from the Navy. So many Naval personnel end up working in the power industry given the ships and subs are powered by engines and nuclear steam engines with much applicability to the our natural gas combined cycle power plants. It is worth noting that the energy industry in general has a mission with parallels to the military. When the U.S. has abundant and affordable energy for all, we are protected from other countries which would do the U.S. harm by limiting our energy supply. When the U.S. has an excess low-cost, reliable energy that it can export, it can limit the economic harm rogue energy countries can do in the rest of the world. In a sense, a strong U.S. energy industry limits wars and limits placing personnel in harms way, similar to a strong military. For that we should all be thankful.

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Listening to these comments in the video you can see a common thread that “serving others” has AT LEAST a 2-fold benefit……..it obviously benefits the one being served, AND it also benefits the one serving!! Lesson to be learned: it’s always a WIN-WIN to serve.

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Today, we think about all who have served. Their sacrifices will always be honored and appreciated. Veterans and active military members, we can never thank you enough. #DominguezMarketing #marketing #digitalmarketing #wnybusiness #exclusivemarketing #VeteransDay

How to Talk to a Veteran or current Military personnel: When meeting a veteran or current active member of the Armed Services for the first time, it’s always a kind gesture to thank them for their service. However, it's crucial to be mindful that many veterans may feel uncomfortable in how to respond. Avoid prying into their service background or asking about "war stories," as these topics can be deeply personal for them. Instead, allow them to share their experiences if they choose. Be there to support and listen without judgment. It's important to recognize that everyone’s experience is unique, and many veterans face complex emotions tied to their service. History has shown us the harmful consequences of mistreating veterans, as seen with those who returned from Vietnam war. Let’s ensure we never repeat that mistake. Remember, your political views should never influence how you treat someone who has chosen to serve their country. Respect, listen, and show support to our veterans.

I consider this good advice when meeting a veteran, just thanking them for their service is perfect for many people, if you mean it. 😊 Some veterans might have seen a lot of combat, some, none at all. It doesn't matter, each one is different. Why "thank them", as they did get paid by the US Government already? They signed the US military contract and took the "OATH" to protect the country. Because of that specific "OATH" they took, it means potentially sacrificing everything, including themselves and some of their best friends, to achieve the mission. 🙋♂️ 🙋♀️ In pretty much every other professional field, you can "QUIT". This includes the FBI, DEA, CIA, Federal Law Enforcement, fire-personnel, police and first responders. Civilian employees "QUIT" in the Iraq/Afghanistan Wars all the time, I witnessed this, and we remaining there had to make do.... Veterans/military personnel, outside of medical necessity, can't "QUIT", until their service obligation is complete. They had/have to follow their orders, even if it leads potentially to their deaths. In combat/war zones, it's generally "follow lawful orders" from your officers/non-commissioned officers (NCOs), or go to federal military prison, often in disgrace... These are just my thoughts after several decades in combined US military and Federal Law Enforcement service... Doesn't mean I assess one career field is better than the other. Military service though is different, for your entire life. 🙂 ..... #specialoperations #DEA #USArmy