Thanking The Soldiers With A Sign

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My oldest brother, Vietnam veteran (stationed in Seoul Korea in the intelligence division), firefighter, now F.B.I. agent and past certified Sign Language interpreter sent this to me via e-mail. I found it interesting.
Read the story (and the rest of the website -- after the video here).
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http://www.gratitudecampaign.org/story.php
As a way to thank those in military and public service for the jobs they do, it's a thoughtful means of expression.
The sign itself is a (slight) modification of the "thank you" normally used in everyday signing, but it's subtle and yet still conveys the thought of a heartfelt thanks. According to the site, the sign is actually the older version of the one now being used to say "thank you" or simply "thanks".
 

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Gawrsh. I usually just walk up to them and thank them and ask if I can shake their hand. I've gotten a mixed reaction. Some don't want to hear it - I think they're still raw from their experience. Some have heard it so much they dismiss it quickly, some don't want thanks - they did what they did because they wanted to do it. Others smile and nod or shake my hand ... kiss me on the cheek (blush).

This seems to be a nice alternative. Thanks, Caver!
 
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Gawrsh. I usually just walk up to them and thank them and ask if I can shake their hand. I've gotten a mixed reaction. Some don't want to hear it - I think they're still raw from their experience. Some have heard it so much they dismiss it quickly, some don't want thanks - they did what they did because they wanted to do it. Others smile and nod or shake my hand ... kiss me on the cheek (blush).

This seems to be a nice alternative. Thanks, Caver!
Thank my brother... he's the veteran. :asian:
 

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