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Show Your Gratitude


Want to show your gratitude to the troops,
but don't know what to say?

Here's an idea that will solve that problem for you.

To post your own message of thanks for the troops, please scroll down.


Seattle resident Scott Truitt, whose father and father-in-law both spent decades in the military, started The Gratitude Campaign as a simple idea to create a universally-understood way to convey thanks to service members we pass on the street, or in the airport.

Truitt knew that many Americans were looking for some way to express their gratitude to members of our Armed Forces, but most just don't know how. It can feel awkward to approach someone we don't know.

Because political opinions about the War on Terror are so polarizing, it is sometimes difficult for people to realize they need to thank service members for their service regardless of their personal political views.

So Truitt began trying to find a universal gesture that would convey "Thank You" quickly and comfortably, to avoid the sometimes awkward moments that can occur.

He thought of the sign language sign for 'Thank You,' which starts at the chin, but was afraid it might be misconstrued by someone unfamiliar with its meaning as a sign-language sign. Starting with your hand over your heart, as if you're about to say the Pledge of Allegiance, should make it easier to understand that the message is from the heart, even if the person doesn't know exactly what the sign means.

For more about the story behind The Gratitude Campaign, click on the link above for their web site.


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to Our Service Members!



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And while you're at it, thank our vets, too.

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Thank You and Merry Christmas  Sandy writes: I want to thank you for your sacrifice to ensure our freedoms and safety. I want to thank your family for the sacrifice they make to...

You are not forgotten!  Laura shares: Whether you are in lands far away (in a war zone or not), or right here in the United States of America; you are not forgotten! Many...

With Thanks and Support for the Troops  Tom writes: As I sit and ponder the great sacrifices that a relatively small group of American men and women have made - and continue to make - so that...

What You Do for Me and Why I am Grateful  SlaveNoMore writes: I know that almost all of you, regardless of branch, signed up for the military because you wanted to give service and sacrifice...

Heroes on My Mind  Ana writes: Dear Soldiers, Patriots, My Heroes, I lay awake sometimes thinking about my day. I cant sleep sometimes worrying about our soldiers. ...

Words Are Not Enough To Thank Our Troops  Ana writes: I think of all our troops on a daily basis. When I do, it brings tears to my eyes, sadness to my heart and gladness for what you stand for,...

Fundraiser for Veterans Charities  I want to do a band fundraiser for veterans charities who serve all the fallen, injured, and regular heroes. My dad is a veteran. I have seen where he...

Future Soldier   Hello there, my name is Kara. I just turned 17 on July 6, 2011. Ever since I was about 5 years old all I wanted to be was a soldier. And yesterday July...

Thank You for Bravery and Sacrifice  You Soldiers are the Bravest of all American Citizens, even though I know sometimes you are also afraid. That is the definition of bravery; facing danger...

SOLDIERS PRAYER  My son is getting ready to deploy to Afghanistan on April 6, 2011. He's been in the USMC since 2001. His friend wrote a nice prayer for him. It goes:...

No Longer A Draft  In the past, many people in the services were there because they got drafted. Not anymore! You people actually volunteered to put your financial and...

Thank You to the US Military  To all the service men and women of the United States of America, Thank you for what you do. Thank you for being in the forefront of our country, for...

May God walk with you During your Endeavors  Davy writes: I'm an old man of 68 now, but I can remember the day I headed off to Boot Camp just like yesterday. I remember the day I retired from the...

I Couldn't be Prouder  Thank you so very much for doing what you do for our Country. Words alone cannot express the gratitude felt in my heart for the wonderful men and women...

Thanks, from one vet to another  I am a 'Nam vet and I well know what it means to sacrifice, to give of yourself on a daily basis and how hard it is on you and your families. To say...

TO OUR TRUE HEROES OF THE WORLD  Hello and Happy Veterans Day. I am a female 7 year Army Vet. When I served 20 years ago, it was a cake walk. I can't thank you enough for your very...

Thank You to Our Military  Thank you to all of those who give of themselves so that I may be free to live and worship in my country of America. There are no words to express...

Heart of Gratitude for our Veterans  Dear Honorable Servicemen, Servicewomen, and Veterans, On Veterans Day, this upcoming day to recognize you, please know that your service is a daily remembrance...

Heart of Gratitude for our Veterans  Dear Honorable Servicemen, Servicewomen, and Veterans, On Veterans Day, this upcoming day to recognize you, please know that your service is a daily remembrance...

You Take Care - Your Families are Safe  You take care, you are the reason we at home are safe. You take care, you devotion is why we are safe. You take care, you are giving so we are safe....

You Take Care - Your Families are Safe  You take care, you are the reason we at home are safe. You take care, you devotion is why we are safe. You take care, you are giving so we are safe....

In Loving Memory of...  For Soldiers, their families, Vets, Fallen Soldiers ~Jesus laid down his life for our salvation. Soldiers lay down their lives for our freedom~ Thank...

Thank You for my Freedom  All of you are so wonderful. I have been a Soldiers Angel - since this war has started, I have adopted several soldiers. It has been my honor to help...

Armed Civilian Militia Acknowledges the Heroism of the Troops  Though the ACM does not support the war due to underlying problems in the administration, the ACM does acknowledge and support the heroism of the troops...

May God Bless You All  Without your service, our country would not exist. You, like others before you, make up the very lifeblood of our dear America, and you willingly shed...

Thanks for Your Service  I am only in eighth grade, but I truly respect every single one of our veterans for all they have done and keep on doing for our nation. I love you all,...

Thanks from the bottom of my patriotic heart!  I am the daughter of a WWII Navy veteran, the wife of an Air Force veteran and the mother of a U.S. Marine!! So PROUD to be just a little part of our...

What's Great About America  Preston writes: What's great about America is the men and women selflessly serving in the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Coast Guard. These...

Serving in the Military was Our Privilege  Ken writes: Dear Tammy, It is because of the love of our country that we served... It is because of what our parents, grandparents and great grandparents...

Thank you to our military!  Tammy writes: Words can never express the gratitude I feel every day for the ultimate sacrifices each member of our armed forces make daily for the freedom...

Happy New Year Troops/
2010 New beginnings!!!
  Joni writes: I am a single mother of two and I just want to thank you for all that you have done for us. I pray every night for you guys and hope that...

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Special Prayers For U.S. Troops  Jackson writes: It is with great honesty, pride and dignity that I send my special prayers for U.S. troops around the world. I am a member of the United...

Thank You Veterans for your selfless acts of courage.  Carl and Beverly wrote: Thank you, dear serviceman and servicewoman, for your selfless act of courage to help keep our country free. Most of us have...

A note to our Veterans  Dear Veterans, Thank you for serving our country. We are very proud of what you do. We're glad that you fight for our freedoms. Thank you for keeping...

Thank the Troops, says a vege, lesbian bike-riding geek  Jazz writes: From a vege, lesbian bike-riding geek -- I title the message as such, as it is our men and women in the military that make this country...

God bless you guys and girls!  From Buenos Aires, Argentina...... I always wanted to say God Bless The United States Army Corps.... And the Marines and the Navy... God bless you all!...

we will never know or understand  Connie writes: to start i want to say thank you to all past, present, men and women who are serving our country. i have family members in the service....

Thank You for
Service to our Country
  To all the Men and Women of the armed Services of the United States.God Bless You and Your Families. From my family and our community. We cannot Thank...

thank you  To all the men and women in the service of our country, a most sincere THANK YOU for all your sacrifices and for your commitment to our country. To your...

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With Heartfelt Gratitude!!!!  Shirley writes: Thank you to each and every one of you, no matter your age, rank or branch of service, for all you do for all of us. Every day you...

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You Are The Greatest  Thank you to all the men and women who serve our country and keep us safe. Also, acknowledgment to your families and their sacrifices every day that...

Words aren't adequate...but that's all we have.  Reid wrote: You people of our armed forces are TRUE HEROES! You represent what this country is all about - BRAVERY and FREEDOM. FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT!!!...

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To the Troops  Megan writes: I am truly in awe of all you men and women who are so courageous, honorable and dedicated. Your efforts are very much appreciated. You...

OUR PATRIOT HEROES  YOUR DEVOTION TO OUR COUNTRY IS ACKNOWLEDGED, APPRECIATED AND HONORED. POLITICALLY CORRECT OR NOT, THE SONS AND DAUGHTERS OF OUR COUNTRY ARE THE TRUE REFLECTION...

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Thank You  It's always difficult to imagine how different my life would have been had our son Jason not returned from Iraq with his usual smile and lively manner....

Thank You so very much  Julie writes: How often do we neglect to day the words to others that are so important to hear and say? I am the single Mom of a 2-yr-old son with...

Hope You Are Safe  I am a military wife and i didn't understand why someone would put their life on the line for people that didn't support you and who protest about the...

This world could NEVER THANK YOU FINE MEN & WOMEN ENOUGH  THANK YOU....THANK YOU.....THANK YOU ALL!!!!!! AND GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU!!!!!...

Thanks for US troops from an Aussie  Gentlemen, I am an Australian and my son is an Australian - as far as we are concerned there is not a place on God's earth better than Australia, and...



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