HILLSBORO, Texas (KXXV) — Communities across Central Texas are recognizing Purple Heart Day by honoring veterans who sacrificed in service to our nation. "You become like family over there, so that's kinda what you think about when you see the Purple Heart," said John Crawson. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:“I was talking to God, and I said, let me see my kids again," said John Crawson, Purple Heart recipient. Across Central Texas, Purple Heart Day serves as a solemn reminder of the courage and sacrifice of the men and women wounded or killed while serving the United States. For Crawson, the Purple Heart is far more than a medal.