It doesn't hit home until it is one of your own.
He was not the first of our own on this deployment to leave us forever, but I hope he is the last.
He wasn't just another name on a list of thousands...he wasn't a number or a resource...he was a son to a proud mother and father, a brother to several sisters and brothers...a fiance' to one he loved...a fellow soldier and friend to us all. He brought a smile to our faces and was quick to laugh. I was proud to call him a fellow soldier, I was prouder still to have called him friend. My heart and deepest regrets go out to those that knew him.
I am trying with everything that is in me to not regret that our time together is over, but to be happy for the time that we had. Words are easier than reality. I miss him to no end. The dull ache in my chest won't leave. I still can't write his name. It doesn't feel right, not yet...
I give a nod of my head to those that were wounded in the attack. I pray God speed and a quick recovery.
There is an old saying that "All gave some, some gave all." This has never been truer. To all of the families that have been forced upon the ultimate sacrafice, I cannot know the pain you feel. But while I weather any storm life has to offer, know that I will never forget, I will never let go, of the memory of the man that touched us all with the warmth he offered in life, and the bittersweet touch he leaves on us all in death...may you never be forgotton.
In loving memory.....see you one day in eternity my friend, save me a seat.
7 comments:
Well written bro. You said it all.
-Strength and Honor
You truly amaze me. Thank you for what you are doing and for keeping the the presence of those who have passed on around. Its because of people like you and fellow soldiers and troops that I can even sit here right now and tell you this.
-Thank you.
You have said it well. Thank you for all that you have done. We are all thinking of you guys back home, and are there for all of you in this time, and always. In all my thoughts and prayers.
Hey Zeke,
Know that he is finally at peace. It is always harder on those left behind. Keep the faith my brother.
I'll make sure 1st is represented at his service.
SFC A
I'm sorry to hear that. I'm sorry that this world is so fucked up. I dont know what else I can tell you. We're all still praying for you over here in river city.
Zeke:
Thank God for what you do and what you have to say. Speaking from experience, your writing will be great therapy as it was for me. Although most of mine was never published it still helped me and it will help you. God bless you, you fellow soldiers, and God Bless the USA
Well said my friend. Here is what I posted on Greg's blog:
I am so very sorry to hear what you all have been through over the last several days. Our prayers are with you all. We will be honoring this great Warrior on Sunday when the Patriot Guard Riders escort him home. Wednesday he will be honored again as we lay him to rest with his Maker. His mission is complete and he will have eternal peace. He will never be forgotten, not because he is Mary's cousin, but because of his sacrifice for his Nation. God speed great Warrior.
The rest of you Freedom Fighters, PLEASE clear your heads as best you can. Drive on to complete the mission, w/o further painful news. Be safe my friend and keep your Soldiers safe.
"Ole Sarge"
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