Posted on Nov 12, 2023
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I've never asked this question, and I've never seen anyone else ask it, but I'm curious. What do you say when someone thanks you for your service?
My Military ID is right next to my driver's license and debit card in my wallet, so it's visible if I have to show my driver's license for something or if I'm taking my debit card out to use. Very often, someone who sees it will ask what branch I was in. Then they will thank me for my service. My usual answer is "Thank you for your support." But I'm curious about how others respond to that.
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SPC Stefan Pociask
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I keep it light, with "Right on! Thanks!"
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SP5 David Moss
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Very simple.... I respond with "It was my honor"
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SSgt Michael Hayes
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"I loved being in...I would go back now if they would take me and my wife would let me...but neither will happen..."
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SPC Luis Hernandez
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I respond
It was my pleasure to serve
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SFC Robert Walton
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I always sound off: THANK YOU, you were worth it.
Say what is in your Heart at the time how ever never make the speaker feel that there THANK YOU WAS NOT TAKEN WELL. Be respectful for some out there it is really hard for them to muster a Thank you.
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SPC William Richardson
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thank you
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MSG Moises Maldonado
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Thank You..!,, and I'd do it again if I have to...
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PO2 Mike Vignapiano
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I usually respond with “Best job I ever had”
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Sgt John J Wilson
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My pleasure! May not be the best, but it is very natural for me. Then I hit them with my cane. Disabled Marine
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SGM Robert Winstead
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Thank you for your support!
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