Sunday Scoop: Hero of the Game - My Dad.

Last night my dad was recognized as Hero of the night for his service to the military at a Saint Paul Saints game. He stood out on the field for the National Anthem and then was interviewed during the third inning about his time in the military.

My dad served in the U.S. Army for 26 years. And while he was never deployed to a war zone per say, he still gave 26 years of his life to his country.

And I am very proud of that.

One thing that really stuck out to me about this recognition was how cool my dad thought it was. He was really honored that people cared what he did and that he was chosen to be recognized for something he saw as his job.

And after the game was over and we were sitting around Chilis relaxing he said that he was really happy he wore his uniform because several people at the game (both before and after he was officially recognized) people came up to him to say thanks. Thanks for serving.

A lot of people serve our military, and a lot of people make the ultimate sacrifice in doing so. So if and when you have the chance to say thanks to a soldier, do it.

To all of those who have served, continue to serve, and to those who lost their lives in the process and to all of the families, I say thank you.

And thanks Dad.