'For love and for country'

This USATODAY story about military families is a must read.

Military families make the conscious decision to be engaged in 'extreme citizenship.' When we are called, we will stand. We choose this life understanding that there is a constitutional role for the military. That role is not to make policy, but to respond with ability and honor when called to action by our nation's elected leaders. No one — war critic or advocate — could want the military to behave otherwise. It's called civilian control of the military, and it's a bulwark of our democracy.

I want to add my personal respect for our men and women in uniform and their families. I know how difficult it can be and my gratitude for their sacrafices is immense. Take some extra time this memorial day weekend to think on those who have sacrificed for America, and those who currently are sacrificing for our nation. If you want to support our troops with more than just words, I suggest Operation Uplink as a good way to do that.