Did you know that President Ronald Reagan designated the Friday before Mother’s Day as Military Spouse Appreciation Day in 1984? Since then, the nation has acknowledged the value of military spouses.
Today our current President has something to say Military Members and Military Spouses: “I am inspired every day by our men and women in uniform and their families. They are America's greatest military asset, and my Administration is committed to fulfilling our obligations to them. Today, let us honor the spouses and families who support our servicemembers and, in doing so, help defend our Nation and preserve our liberty.” To read the complete letter, click here.
Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, has issued a message to servicemembers and their families, commemorating May 8 as Military Spouse Appreciation Day. He says, “On behalf of the Joint Chiefs and their families, we are proud to honor this occasion on the eighth of May. The unending service and sacrifice of our military spouses are worthy of both praise and an equally continuous commitment from a grateful nation.” To read his entire message, log on to www.spousebuzz.com.Click here to see what different areas of the world are doing in honor of this day (and what prizes they are giving away!).
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