Hello everyone! Normally I like to discuss all things belly dance but today I'll give that a rest. I feel it is more important to say a big and sincere thank you to our military past and present, those living and living with God for their bravery and sacrifice in defending our country. Your example of courage is an inspiration to us all even though we may not say it everyday. It is because of your voluntary actions that there is no draft. You do what others can't or won't do. You do the job and even after you leave and are an ocean away from the conflict it still stays with you; you still feel the need to help your brother and sister in combat because you do not want them left behind.

Women (because its ALWAYS ladies first!) - I become speechless when I think of you and what you do for our country. You show the world and even us here women really can do anything! Real-life Annie Oakleys! You represent that warrior side of women most people don't think about and you embody it. Thank you so much for being role models to our young girls and showing them females can be strong. Men- thank you staying strong here and there and also being a role model to our young boys who really need to that example of a man who does right by his brothers and sisters. 

Happy Memorial Day and God bless you and your families! Happy shimmies US military!

Love always, 

Nahla