84-year-old WWII veteran seeks Purple Heart and Silver Star for his 87-year-old lieutenant. The following is transcribed from my grandfather's letter home from the front to my grandmother. Veterans Day photo of the day "But what's striking to me this Veterans Day is how healthy the military is, given all the weight it has been carrying for the country these past eight years." The NYT gives a Veterans Day treat to the veterans at Blackwater by accusing them of a major crime based on the anonymous reports of two former employees. Obama's day: "In addition to his meeting on Afghanistan, President Obama and the first lady host a Veterans Day breakfast at the White House at 9:05 am ET. Then the two head over to Arlington National Cemetery to participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns at 11:00 am, and the president will deliver remarks 25 minutes later. Also today, Vice President Biden hosts a lunch for veterans and servicemembers at the Naval Observatory at noon." VFW faces challenges as it tries to convince young vets to join. 11 percent of vets say VA is doing a "very good" job providing medical care, etc. Applebee's, Krispy Kreme, Golden Corral, and McCormick & Schmick's are honoring veterans today with special deals. Eat up! The Mission Continues: Non-profit run by Iraq/Afghanistan vet offers returning, injured vets "challenge, not charity." The Warrior Legacy Foundation: For a moment, put yourself in their shoes.