Veterans Day Program Reunites A Daughter And A Father

Schools around South Carolina, Georgia and all over the country are thanking Veterans and service men and women this week. For Haley Webb, a special Veterans Day program was one of the ways she was honoring Veterans and coping with someone she loves very much not being at home.

Haley's dad, U.S. Army Sgt. First Class Jason Webb was deployed oversees and had not been able to see Haley for 2 years.

A few years ago Haley played flute in the school band at Bingham Middle School in Independence, Missouri. She was also asked to introduce a special guest at her school's Veterans Day program. What she didn't know, is that the special guest would be her dad.

It's easy to just thank a Veteran today. According to military.com, there are a few others ways too.

1. Volunteer at a veteran's organization. The American Legion, Paralyzed Veterans of America, Habitat for Humanity and the Home Depot Foundation just to name a very few all need volunteers to help with their veterans' outreach programs. Say thank you by giving your time.

2. Buy a meal for a homeless vet. We've all seen them -- they stand by the side of the road holding signs asking for food, money, warmth or all of the above. And while there's no way to make sure their veteran claim is legitimate that shouldn't matter. Buy the gentleman a sandwich and thank him for his service

3. Fly your flag. On our street, if someone puts up their flag for Independence Day or Memorial Day or Veteran's Day, everyone else on the street follows suit. Start early so folks get a chance to participate.

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