As you sit down to enjoy your Thanksgiving meal today, please take a moment to consider those men and woman who made the difficult decision to sacrifice family time and the comforts of home in the service of others. Some may be standing in the chow line in a distant country protecting our freedom, some may be opening an MRE while protecting his or her brothers and sisters in the chow hall or mess tent. I’m thankful for the food I’ll enjoy, the time with my family this holiday, and those working so hard to keep us safe.