Max: Thank You, Hud

I haven't known too many people who have served in the military. A cousin of mine was in the Air Force. My friend Jim was in the Marines briefly until they figured out that he is gay. I don't really know Hud all that well. We have met in person all of once. That was pleasant enough. Poor communication and heartfelt beliefs have led us to clash in much of our later communication here on IWDC. But regardless of any of that, Hud, like many brave men and women, you have committed to put yourself in danger so that the rest of us can have some hope of going about our lives in peace and security. I respect and honor that. And for that, despite anything else, you have my eternal gratitude.