Thanks for the reminder Stephen! We are all very blessed to live in this country and to have the right to enjoy our freedoms and liberty. Moreover, we are especially blessed to exercise our rights to freedom of speech and religion. It is unfortunate that so many places in this world are oppressed and that so many people live in abject fear. As a women who has been able to enjoy the wonderful opportunities this country has to offer, I would like to express my thanks to our men in the armed forces; we salute you for your bravery and service! You guys ROCK!!
The Punk Rock PhD
Lisa Marie

And to the Ladies in the armed forces…this one is for you:

BRAVE DAMES

Excerpted from Susan Isaacs’ 1999 book, Brave Dames and Wimpettes: What Women are Really Doing on Page and Screen.

BRAVE DAME PHILOSOPHY
(actually, the philosophy of any first-rate person, regardless of gender)
Article One: A brave dame is passionate about something besides passion.
Article Two: Even in the worst of times, a brave dame does not give up; she is resilient.
Article Three: A brave dame is competent.
Article Four: A brave dame is willing to face moral and physical challenges.
Article Five: A brave dame has high ethical standards.
Article Six: A brave dame stands up to injustice.
Article Seven: A brave dame is a true friend.
The Punk Rock PhD
Lisa Marie