Quote Originally Posted by ggiese View Post
Not that I'm trying to be a spoiled sport or anything - I've struggled with the same thoughts about hanging my stuff at work as well. I hate to leave the stuff in boxes, but... Momma said she's always worried they may be stolen, and she really wants to make sure my kids get my goodies..

I say hang a scant few of your nicest prizes. Much more than that always seemed to me to be a bit audacious - even when I saw it in an office where it was part of the decor. Most times I like to hang things that have a great or funny story behind them. I find it sparks some great conversations.
This shouldn't be a worry for two reasons:
1) What kind of lowlife would steal a military service award!? OK nevermind - on to reason two
2) After someone has passed, these awards can be reissued to the next of kin. Veterans affairs can point you in the right direction, but you'll need a death certificate, birth certificate (of the person requesting), and your DD214 (which the VA can also help the next of kin aquire).

Don't let some scumbag theif deter you from displaying your awards - you earned em!