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Letter of the day: A simple message from the heart: Thanks for your service

February 2, 2010 at 1:20AM
Sgt. Shawn Lidberg of Andover hugged his son, Tony, 8, at a "Welcome Home" ceremony at the Rosemount Armory Jan. 24. Lidberg served 11 months in Iraq with the 34th Infantry Division.
Sgt. Shawn Lidberg of Andover hugged his son, Tony, 8, at a “Welcome Home” ceremony at the Rosemount Armory Jan. 24. Lidberg served 11 months in Iraq with the 34th Infantry Division. (Star Tribune/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

To the returning 34th Infantry Division, the "Red Bulls," all returning servicemen and all who remained stationed overseas: Thank you for keeping our country safe. God bless America, and God bless you and your families for the sacrifices you have made. JAMES MICHAEL MEEHAN, EAGAN

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