By Bryan Reynolds -
In my life, I am surrounded my service members. My cousins, grandparents, co-workers, and friends have served this great nation, providing security and safety while defending my right to be a smart ass hockey blogger. Hardly seems a fair trade.
One person in particular stands above the rest, for me. Not because he stormed a hill or took a fortification, simply because this particular person is the closest individual to me that has ever served this nation. He served proudly and honorably, and would no doubt do so again if called.
The reason this person gets special billing? He is my best friend, and I had to go for four years without him while he served. Sure, a small thing in the grand scheme of things, but damn it, you go four years without your best friend and see how that feels, will ya?
Honor is something Marines hold dear. It has been one of the great honors of my life to call this man my friend, and I thank him everyday for his friendship, his service, and his sacrifice. If it weren't for him ditching me for four years, I may never have learned just how important military service is.
Thank you, Matt.
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