November is Military Family Appreciation Month.

As the holiday season approaches, it’s important that we remember to support the families of our brave soldiers—many of whom serve straight through the holidays protecting our freedom and America’s interests abroad.

Our Brandon is currently serving in the U.S. Army, and Justin and I are so proud of his commitment to serve.

It’s a choice he made, a courageous choice, one that is so important for the strength of our nation.

Throughout our rich history, brave men and women have made that same choice and sometimes that meant eating MREs instead of a Thanksgiving Day turkey—or waking up in a fox hole instead of near a Christmas tree.

For every one of those soldiers, there is a family—mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters and more—longing to have them home. Military families are the backbone and inspiration of our service members, and they sometimes need encouragement and a morale boost as they await the return of their loved ones.

So, as we prepare to celebrate another wonderful holiday season, please take time to show your gratitude for our military heroes and thank their families for supporting them.

Thank you and God Bless America.