Act of Valor

Today I had the privilege of seeing the movie "Act of Valor" with my family, (sadly, my husband had to work.) In case you haven't heard of "Act of Valor" click here for the official movie page. "Act of Valor" stars a group of active duty U.S. Navy Seals and is about real life Navel seal operations.

Now, if you know me, you know that I have a deep rooted since of patriotism and pride in my country. I fully support my friends and family who have served or are currently serving and am fully aware of what a privilege it is to know such brave and noble persons.

"Act of Valor" was one of the most moving, inspiring, and heroic movies I have ever seen. The amazing part is that the story did not come from the imagination of a Hollywood Screen Write, but is real life. It wasn't Transformers, GI Joe, or Independence Day, but the story of our real heroes. The very heroes that have decided of their own accord to risk their life for yours. The very heroes who leave their families to ensure that yours can remain safe in this country.

I sat their watching this movie, watching scenes I have never even imagined, and thinking of my friends and family who have been to war. My cousin, who's tank was flipped on at least two different occasions, when he was ensuring his team would be safe from mines. My friend, who went on a training mission, leaving his wife and newborn at home. My friend who served in Iraq three times and is now a proud father. I could keep going, but I think you get the point. I already knew they were heroes. Now, the rest of the country does too.

If you haven't seen "Act of Valor", do yourself a favor and go see it. I had the privilege to know one of the few Navy Seals who are remembered at the end of the movie as well as his family who continues to remember him every day. If nothing else, see this movie for the families of those who have courageously died for our freedoms.

Until Next Time,

Sam