Many of you sitting here today do not understand the closeness that can grow so quickly in a military community.

Through Great American Voices, the NEA is building bridges between the military and arts community, ... This tour gives singers a chance to perform for new audiences and brings great music in live performance to military families.

Right now, I can sit here and be strong but, at night, it's hard.

Randall believed in what he was doing.

I didn't serve in the military, so this is one way I can give back to the community when it's needed. It's really nice to have that patient contact again.

Fort Carson is the No. 1 requested post for enlisted members in the military, so clearly this community is attractive to young people. With the outdoor opportunities, whether it's skiing or hiking or hunting or fishing or any of those, you can't find a better place than Colorado Springs.