As the sun goes down, you snuggle up with your little one in bed. You finish the bedtime story and kiss them goodnight. The dim glow of the nightlight makes their room feel warm and safe. Until you leave.

As I write today, there are many kids like Devin Casillas who are anxiously packing their bags and getting ready for the start of college thanks to the kindness of our generous supporters of Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation. These students will join many other gold star students who have already begun their college experience.

On the night of her 21st birthday in Annapolis, MD, Theresa met Landon Jones, the man who would become a Lieutenant Commander in the Navy, her husband and the father of her two children.