Members of Operation Military Kids and military families pose with Sam Kooiker, mayor of Rapid City, during the signing of the “Purple Up for Military Kids” Day in Rapid City proclamation event on April 12, 2012. Supporters are encouraged to wear purple to salute military kids for their courage and the sacrifices they make when their parents deploy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alystria Maurer/Released)