Wednesday, May 30, 2007

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In contrast to how happy G-string and I are that we got to hear G's voice in the form of a shitty phone connection last night, we received this email moments ago about another young man in G's Brigade who's parents will not have the same luxury ever again. I have removed details specific to their troop and location just because it seems like I should.

"On the 29th of May I was notified by LTC *** (Infantry Division Rear-Detachment Commander) that our Brigade has suffered the loss of one our soldiers from ***. The nature of the loss is currently under investigation. The next of kin of our fallen soldier has been notified. I ask you for your prayers for this soldier and family."

I wonder how many families have felt the pain of being notified... when will this end?

7 comments:

Jamie Lee Awesome said...

What happened to the other soldier?

How was little Gordy doing?

Michael-Ann said...

Hi Jamie... we have no idea what happened to the other young man. This email is all we know.

Gordy sounded good, tired, but good. He had been on a three-day mission and only had 2 hours of sleep. He laughed while we talked.

Carolyn said...

bless you guys you're in our prayers constantly....keep your eyes focused on the prize: Gordy's return. love ya. C

Biddie said...

So glad that Gordy was able to get thru to you!! Yes, keep focused on the prize of G Jr. coming home. And somehow that this whole madness gets settled soon.

Shelli said...

we won't rest easy until Gordy's safe return. until all safely return. until then, in our prayers.

Michael-Ann said...

:) thank you for your encouraging words... and love you tooo!

GeologyJoe said...

i think the answer to your question is 'too many'.

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