Every one of you, and your families are in my thoughts. For the struggles you have gone through, and for the sacrifices you have made. For the fear and wondering your families have gone through. For the selfless and often thankless acts you have performed and endured.
For being a hero.
I don't often get choked up, but as I sit here writing this my eyes are all watery. Thinking of a very dear friend of mine that served. He made it back home to his friends and family, but never really came back to us. He slowly deteriorated but refused to allow anyone to help. At the age of 28, he took his own life.
Please remember that the end of a tour doesn't mean that the sacrifices and hard times are over. All of our soldiers no matter what country you live in, need our support even after they return home.
To all of you who have served and are actively serving, and to your families and friends, you have my deepest and sincerest gratitude.
Thank you.
For being a hero.
I don't often get choked up, but as I sit here writing this my eyes are all watery. Thinking of a very dear friend of mine that served. He made it back home to his friends and family, but never really came back to us. He slowly deteriorated but refused to allow anyone to help. At the age of 28, he took his own life.
Please remember that the end of a tour doesn't mean that the sacrifices and hard times are over. All of our soldiers no matter what country you live in, need our support even after they return home.
To all of you who have served and are actively serving, and to your families and friends, you have my deepest and sincerest gratitude.
Thank you.
