In honor of a fallen hero

My prayers and heart are with Marine Lance Cpl. Donald Hogan's family as he is returned home to them.

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He fought in my name. He gave his life for our wellbeing.
Never to be forgotten, or taken for granted.
I know the freedom I have tonight comes at a great expense paid by such heroes.
It's paid forward in a way we could never really pay back other than to honor their lives, sacrifices and their families. I try to be ever mindful of that, but especially so this evening.