Bush Recognizes Military Spouses at White House

Military spouses have long been known as the backbone of the military in America. Yesterday at the White House, President Bush paid tribute to some very special spouses. No coincidence, yesterday was Military Spouse Day; a day set to recognise these special people by Ronald Reagan twenty four years ago.

During his speech, President Bush acknowledged a few military spouses by name. They included: Army wife Colleen Saffron, Coast Guard wife Ramona Vazquez, Air Force husband Bob Davison, Navy wife Ellen Patton, Dawnle Scheetz, an Army Reserve wife and Kaprece James, a Marine Corps wife.

To read the stories about these spouses who, along with the others at the White House yesterday, represent the best of America, read all of President Bush's speech. [ President Bush Commemorates Military Spouse Day ]

Military Spouse Day at the White House
White House Press Office

President Bush awarded the spouses named above the Presidential Volunteer Service Award today for exceptional support to their communities and the nation. As he spoke of these spouses' invaluable contribution to America, President Bush said:

"...that military spouses' contributions don't always get the attention they deserve. "But I can tell you that every one of your efforts matters," he said. "You do not do this only for your loved ones who are serving and sacrificing in distant lands, but for your entire community and for our country.

"Your dedication, compassion and selflessness play a vital role in uplifting spirits," he said, "and our nation is deeply in your debt." [ http://www.defenselink.mil/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=49792 ]

Today, make the time to thank the military spouses you meet, and go read the rest of this piece, here.

Thank YOU from me to EVERY military spouse. You ALL rock!

Brat