00:00It is wonderful to be here, adjoined Base Andrews.
00:04It is an honor to begin this holiday season with all of you.
00:09Twelve days ago, I visited MCAS New River and Camp Lejeune
00:16to spend time with our brave Marines, military, connected students and their families.
00:23I wanted to thank the team here at St. Andrews for supporting that important visit.
00:30Today, we are surrounded by people whose strength is often quiet but always powerful.
00:38We speak regularly of the bravery of our service members, and we should.
00:45But we must also illuminate the bravery of those who walk beside them.
00:52The spouses who carry the weight of family life on top of their own dreams.
00:59Your lives require a silence that few outside the military can understand.
01:06Moves that make you to take across the country and around the world.
01:13Holidays spent with an empty chair at the table.
01:17Milestones celebrated over screen because the person you love is thousands of miles away.
01:26And yet, through every transition, every deployment, every homecoming,
01:33you continue to show grace, determination, and unbreakable spirit.
01:40You keep life steady for your children.
01:43You manage homes, careers, finances, and schedules.
01:49All while giving comfort to your family.
01:52You carry this extra responsibility because you love someone who has sworn to serve.
02:02Today, we are here with the American Red Cross, which has stood beside military families for generations.
02:11The Red Cross supports our service members, veterans, caregivers, and survivors across the globe.
02:20We are grateful for all they do to support and strengthen our military families.
02:27As we celebrate this season of hope, I encourage everyone to also take care of yourselves.
02:35Your well-being is vital, not just for your families, but for your own future.
02:42Your journey matters, your voice matters, and your strength continue to inspire us all.
02:52Every package built here today is built with American values.
02:57Each represents liberty, love, community, and honor.
03:03Each is delivered with heart and love, the foundation of our great nation.
03:09May this Christmas bring peace to your homes, safety to those who are deployed,
03:16and gratitude in the hearts of every American who thanks you for your service and sacrifice.
03:26Merry Christmas. Thank you.
03:30Merry Christmas.
03:31Merry Christmas.
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