What s wrong with metallic ribbons and forwarded e-mails supporting the troops?
Nothing. But they need to be backed up by real action. I have received over and over the same e-mailed prayers and pictures and stories for a few years now, and although they are touching, we ve all seen them now. Stop forwarding those things! I am making it my personal mission to never forward such an e-mail, especially when it comes with the threat attached I d better not see this deleted. How silly is that? So hang yellow metallic ribbons on the back of your SUV if you want. I d personally appreciate not getting any more inspirational e-mails of any kind, but that s another story. Above all, though, please find a soldier s family that s in need of support. Express an interest. Offer to help. Do something real to support our troops. Actions speak louder than bumper stickers and ribbons.
