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Just a little update on this
The soldiers mother passed October 14. She had her children with her...including her son.
Both the soldier and his sister thanked us for our efforts. There was nothing to thank us for, we did what we hoped someone would do for us in similar circumstances. What I can say, is I have never felt so good about helping someone in my life.
Mom left this earth in peace and while her son will grieve her loss, he knows he gave her the one wish she had: him.
Thank you everyone for your thoughts and prayers.
posted by
Bel_
on October 24, 2005 at 12:51 AM
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Military_Wife
This is so sad. ., for this poor guy to lose both his wife and his mother during his tour. It seems so very unfair.
Hope he gets home before she dies.
posted by
Joe_Love
on October 8, 2005 at 9:29 PM
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Pat
I certainly did not do it by myself, there were others working with me and as a group and with some help from above this worked out. Hopefully, in time.
posted by
Bel_
on October 6, 2005 at 9:08 AM
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avant
I believe that will all my heart. Love is a very powerful thing.
posted by
Bel_
on October 6, 2005 at 9:06 AM
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Justsouno
Thanks so much!
posted by
Bel_
on October 6, 2005 at 9:06 AM
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keep up the good work...
Must make you feel needed, knowing you've taken on the hard things and won a victory on behalf of someone who'd come to the end of their endurance.
posted by
Pat_B
on October 6, 2005 at 6:49 AM
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military wife
she'll be there when he gets back.
posted by
avant-garde
on October 6, 2005 at 4:36 AM
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Militarywife, that's a relief because it actions don't get any lower than belittling the pain of others
posted by
Azur
on October 6, 2005 at 3:36 AM
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Military Wife
I am so sorry for this. I shall put this family on my prayer list. This is a really bad situation for this soldier. God bless him.
posted by
Justi
on October 6, 2005 at 2:15 AM
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I am sure she will. The human spirit is an amazing thing!
posted by
roony35
on October 5, 2005 at 11:37 PM
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Roony
Thank you so much. We are waiting to hear that the soldier has arrived home at this point and praying that his mother is able to hang on long enough.
posted by
Bel_
on October 5, 2005 at 11:36 PM
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My prayers are with them Military. Why does there always seem to some heartless barstard in a position of authority who cannot see how much they are hurting others??
I am pleased that you had the intestinal fortitude to stand up for what you know is right.
Cheers Roony35
posted by
roony35
on October 5, 2005 at 11:28 PM
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MayB
There are several family members who are filing a complaint at the state level about this woman as this is not the first time she has taken someone's pain and belittled it.
posted by
Bel_
on October 5, 2005 at 10:27 PM
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Militarywife, is it not worth considering making a full account of this and sending it to her superiors? Next time that woman might make the difference between seeing their loved one or not. She has no right to play God. Besides, why should ANYONE have to go through such stress at such a difficult time? It makes me mad just reading your post. I hope he gets to see his mother.
posted by
Azur
on October 5, 2005 at 10:22 PM
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Edit_my_ramblings
Thank you so very, very much.
posted by
Bel_
on October 5, 2005 at 4:56 PM
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(sigh)........
Damn, that sucks.....they will have my prayers.......
posted by
Edit_my_ramblings
on October 5, 2005 at 3:01 PM
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JoJo
Thank you so much. I truly believe that the folks around here have some awesome energy and I believe the good thoughts and prayers will make the difference.
posted by
Bel_
on October 5, 2005 at 12:13 PM
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Military Wife
How sad. I wish him peace and his mother comfort.
posted by
jojostar
on October 5, 2005 at 12:10 PM
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Aria
Thank you so vry much.
posted by
Bel_
on October 5, 2005 at 12:02 PM
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word.smith
So do I. Thank you
posted by
Bel_
on October 5, 2005 at 11:55 AM
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Militarywife-I will pray for this lady. I hope her son will see her before she passes on .
posted by
Aria4
on October 5, 2005 at 11:54 AM
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I hope she holds on until he gets there...
posted by
word.smith
on October 5, 2005 at 11:48 AM
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Tissi
Thank you very much and I will keep everyone updated.
posted by
Bel_
on October 5, 2005 at 11:14 AM
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wife
horrible!! That is so sad. I will pray and fully believe God will grant her wishes. Keep us informed
posted by
TissiBlake
on October 5, 2005 at 11:08 AM
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DM
Luckily our unit is basically preparing to come home right now so once he returns he will pretty likely not be doing alot more than inventory and packing but I still can't imagine how difficult this is going to be for him. thanks for dropping by.
posted by
Bel_
on October 5, 2005 at 10:25 AM
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Bright
I am really upset over this. It should have never been so difficult for this family. Now all I can do is pray that the mother makes it until her son gets home. Thank you.
posted by
Bel_
on October 5, 2005 at 10:22 AM
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This Is Just An Awful...
situation for this young man to find himself in. Most folks can never comprehend the courage and iron will required of soldiers...especially soldiers sent to the field during wartime. They're superhuman at times. I can't imagine saying goodbye to my dying mother and then returning with any conviction to a job where I might have to kill the enemy. What do you do? Translate your grief into anger and let loose on the enemy just to cope?
DM
posted by
Dennison..Mann
on October 5, 2005 at 10:21 AM
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Mia
Thank you so much.
posted by
Bel_
on October 5, 2005 at 10:20 AM
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MilitaryWife....
I have to admit that your post brought tears to my eyes.. This should have been such a simple and compassioate chore and all the beauracy made it so drwnout and calis. Thank God.. for what you did and that the mothers message reached her son! Good Job
posted by
BrightIrish
on October 5, 2005 at 10:20 AM
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Military_Wife
Wow...this is truly sad...thanks for sharing it...I will keep the family in my prayers
posted by
MiaElla
on October 5, 2005 at 10:17 AM
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thatsoldierswife
they certainly have times when they make things much more difficult that is for sure.
posted by
Bel_
on October 5, 2005 at 10:09 AM
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geez louise
OOooooo sometimes the Red Cross pisses me off!
I will be thinking and praying for that family. And you as well.
posted by
thatsoldierswife
on October 5, 2005 at 9:59 AM
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