my hero.

I figure I should at least put up something on my blog about my festivities I took part in over spring break. I was extremely excited to go celebrate with my family as my brother was awarded the silver star from the 4 Star Admiral down in Savannah, Georgia. His heroic actions while deployed last summer not only saved his life but the lives of many of his soldiers. As a Ranger, his job duties are confidential and highly risky. As stated in their creed:

Recognizing that I volunteered as a Ranger, fully knowing the hazards of my chosen profession, I will always endeavor to uphold the prestige, honor, and high esprit de corps of my Ranger Regiment.

Acknowledging the fact that a Ranger is a more elite soldier who arrives at the cutting edge of battle by land, sea, or air, I accept the fact that as a Ranger my country expects me to move further, faster and fight harder than any other soldier.

Never shall I fail my comrades. I will always keep myself mentally alert, physically strong and morally straight and I will shoulder more than my share of the task whatever it may be, one-hundred-percent and then some.

Gallantly will I show the world that I am a specially selected and well-trained soldier. My courtesy to superior officers, neatness of dress and care of equipment shall set the example for others to follow.

Energetically will I meet the enemies of my country. I shall defeat them on the field of battle for I am better trained and will fight with all my might. Surrender is not a Ranger word. I will never leave a fallen comrade to fall into the hands of the enemy and under no circumstances will I ever embarrass my country.

Readily will I display the intestinal fortitude required to fight on to the Ranger objective and complete the mission though I be the lone survivor.

You can find the g-rated version of his story at The Army Times. (Just scroll down to Cpt. Jonathan F. Logan's story) I say "g-rated" because a lot of the background information and more details are classified and not for anyone's eye other than the Rangers who witnessed it and important military figures. Either way it is an amazing story and the journalist had a lot to work! (Jonathan and the other soldiers honored with this award were constantly saying "No comment" to his questions.)


I love you Jonathan! Hooah! ( and for those of you who want a connnection between words and images-- check out the meaning to that word!)