I realized listening to the news this past week that we have had our men and women in the Armed Forces in Iraq and Afghanistan for ten years now. That’s a long time to be fighting wars in the Middle East, and these men and women are risking their lives every day for us. And, I can’t help wonder if the people in these countries even appreciate what we have been trying to do for them.
Imagine having your husband, brother, or father fighting in a foreign country, and not knowing if they will even come home. And, also think of all of the children having to grow up without their fathers. How horrible! It’s hard to keep from crying just thinking about it.
My grandson who had been serving in Iraq in the National Guard recently came home, and by some miracle was never injured. He said road bombs would explode right in front of his armored vehicle, and yet he came home without injuries. But, you can imagine all of the destruction he saw, and he isn’t talking about it. We are all so thankful to God that he is home and safe. I’m sure he thinks about it from time to time, but he expresses his thankfulness to be home among his loving family.
To me, all of these men and women who are serving our country are heroes, and deserve our sincere thankfulness. So, don’t forget our troops this Christmas, and send them cards, letters, gifts, and money when you can to help them get through the holidays knowing they have those who love and care for them.
I just hope and pray they will all be home soon, and the wars will end for good. It’s time for our country to now concentrate on our own country and work just to keep us safe.
Helen L. Price
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