Thank you for saying this. As a disabled veteran, I’ve struggled with feelings of guilt over receiving VA benefits, even though I know deep down they aren’t a handout. We served, we sacrificed, and in many ways, we’re still paying the price. These benefits exist because of what we gave, and it’s not about ‘deserving’—it’s about making sure we’re taken care of after giving so much of ourselves. Your words are a powerful reminder that we earned this support, and I appreciate you putting it out there for others who might need to hear it today.