I know it's just a show. I know it isn't real. But unfortunately it has so many stories that are real peoples' stories.
I'm so thankful my soldier came home to me. He is in one piece. He has escaped with little to no characteristics of PTSD. He is the man I met years ago, although I recognize the subtle differences in him that spending time in combat will bring.
What so many people don't realize is that many men and women don't come home in the same shape. And some don't come home at all.
It is my prayer tonight and every night that we all appreciate the sacrifices that these people have made and are making for us every single day. I can't imagine losing someone in this way and I hope I'll never have to. If you haven't done so already (and you're the prayin' kind), please add our service members to your prayer list.
God bless them all.
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Oh my God... I cried soooooo so much..!! I felt so silly... but yeah.. we should all be thankful for all the sacrifices our soldiers and their families have made for our freedom.. I always pray for their safe return..
I didn't watch it since I'm so far behind, but after reading your blog, it's probably not the right time for me to watch this one anyways. You have no idea how happy that makes me to know that J isn't having the same kind of trouble as B. I wouldn't wish this on anyone.
I don't watch a whole lot of TV, and don't follow any shows really. However, we are lucky to have our better halves at home safe and sound. I just started to do some internship stuff at PTSD/TBI clinic and some situations are absolutely heartbreaking. Blessings to all of us.
I am a first time reader here. Congrats on the pregnancy. I am a GA Transplant GA Peach as well. I cried a lot and hugged my soldier. I know its just a story but some girl like her lost her love and is going through that unknown of not quite being a wife. There is some boy like Jeremy that a mom had to get the notification and that's why its so real to each of us.
I wish I could tell you that I have been faithful to pray for our servicemen and women. Thank you for this reminder to daily pray for our people who put their lives on the line daily for MY protection.
I have never watched that show cause I lived in through actually being in the army to marrying a military man, plus my grandfather, dad and brother were in! I know it is a good show though because it represents what the military goes through. I am so glad my brother came home in one piece, he had 2 tours and god brought him home both times!!!! The Lord is so merciful!
I agree - We can all use this reminder from time to time. Also, I just want to say, I think you Army wives are total badasses! You and your new little family are in our prayers :) xoxo
I'm glad your hubby is OK. Seems like the majority struggle.. I don't understand why this is such a "surprise" to people. Didn't the Vietnam vets struggle A LOT to? And they weren't even perceived as heroes when they got back. My grandfather fought in WWII and he struggled, as did most of my friends' granddads that were in the war..
I love, love, love the men and women who serve our country - and not just because I'm an Army brat, either ^_^
Definitely keeping them and their loved ones around the world, in my prayers. Captain J & Mrs. K were already added to the prayer list, as well!
I cried like a baby watching it then home coming came on and I ha to turn it off.
haha! Thanks ;)
Thank you all so much for your prayers.
I don't think it's a surprise- just more of an ignorance is bliss type thing. It's so easy to forget that people are laying down their lives for us because it isn't a part of our every day life as it was back in the world wars. Somewhat normal life still goes on and if you don't know anyone who is affected by it then it probably won't affect you much either. Know what I mean?
Amen to this post!
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