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Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 3:42pm

I am an optimistic person. I see silver linings in things ranging from people to dire circumstances. I say if the worst thing to happen to me is to die, it's alright, at least that means I'll be home. But right now, I have a few tears in my eyes, because I just got off the phone with my brother-in-law Matt. I've known Matt for 15 years, since he was 5 years old. He's more like a son to me than a brother by marriage.

Anyway, he leaves Saturday for Iraq. I know in my heart he'll be OK, but I can't help but feel bad for him to go so far away from us, his family. He's an extremely family oriented person. I guess that's his "constant". Anyway, here's a pic of him, his brothers and sister.

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Kevin (#7), Mike (#5,Marine Embassy Guard stationed in Mexico City), Joe (#3), Jesse (#1, my hubby), Kari (#2), Dan (#4, Marine, served his 4 years) & Matt (#6)...

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If you pray, please say a little prayer for him. Help me to lift him up, I know he is scared, but beings he is my husbands brother, you'd never know his feelings unless he came right out and told you.

Thanks guys. Kiss

mel

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Jimi CH.com Moderator CH.com Alumnus Offline Don't feed the moderators Posts: 4925 Madisonville, KY Gender:	Re: just want to tell a friend... Reply #1 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 3:44pm You got it Mel. When one goes off to war, it is always a scary time for the family.
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Brew Ex Member	Re: just want to tell a friend... Reply #2 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 3:47pm Absolutely, Mel.
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Redd CH.com Sponsor Offline Posts: 8457 Stevens Point USA Wisconsin Gender:	Re: just want to tell a friend... Reply #3 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 3:49pm You got it...and thank him for me too.
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midwestbeth Ex Member	Re: just want to tell a friend... Reply #4 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 3:59pm Sure will Mel. Give him a great big hug and tell him thanks. Beth
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flipperlips CH.com Alumnus Offline Live, Laugh, Love Posts: 935 Mcallen, TX Gender:	Re: just want to tell a friend... Reply #5 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 4:22pm Prayers for Matt and your entire family. Hugs, Jen
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DonnaH_again Ex Member	Re: just want to tell a friend... Reply #6 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 4:30pm I know I'd be scared, and know how you will miss him while he's out there for all of us. Looks like there will be one big family party when he gets back home. Hugs and prayers, Donna
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superhawk2300 CH.com Hall of Famer Offline Posts: 901 New Berlin, WI Gender:	Re: just want to tell a friend... Reply #7 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 4:36pm I'd be scared as well. I hope he comes back ok in all regards. I am sure it gives him some comfort to know that you care and hold him in your thoughts too.
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Jeannie CH.com Sponsor Offline Live, Laugh, Love.... Posts: 2333 St Louis, Missouri Gender:	Re: just want to tell a friend... Reply #8 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 4:42pm Prayers going up .............. Please tell him that my family and I thank him for his service.......... tell him to thank all of the pals he meets over there for me too.................... Hugs, Jeannie
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Re: just want to tell a friend...
Reply #9 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 4:44pm

Melissa,

He will do well over there. Because his family is his "constant" he has something to hang on to, and to fall back on. Yes, he will be lonely at times, but Marines tend to become family, so he will have that to hold on as well.

Things in Iraq have quieted down quite a bit since the surge. His deployment will probably be a lot like Rob's was with a lot of boredom. By all means, keep reminding him that he is doing a needed job, and that being there does much to stabilize the country until the Iraqi's are able to stand on their own. THey are getting very close now, and just need a bit more support.

Give him a big hug and a thank you from me. I really appreciate these guys.

Jerry

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Reply #12 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 6:05pm

Thank you so much everyone.

Matt's job is to help tear things down, breakdown of camps believe it or not. He's going there to help tear down excess military camps as they have been consolidating. The news doesn't tell you this, we only hear of what goes on "over there" from our soldiers. Anyway, he gets to drive the BIG machines and move lots of dirt and stuff. His brothers are jealous. Grin

I'll keep everyone updated as to what goes on with him and how progress is coming along.

You guys are wonderful.

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ClusterChuck CH.com Alumnus Offline The BEAST rises again, and again, and again, and . Posts: 5394 Greenville, North Carolina Gender:	Re: just want to tell a friend... Reply #14 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 6:24pm Mel, you got my prayers and good vibes, too! Tell Matt, thank you, from me. I am sure that everything will be fine! And he is lucky to have all those NEAT toys to play with! LOL! Big earth moving equipment is SO much fun to handle! Chuck
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Charlie CH.com Alumnus Offline Happy to be here Posts: 18971 Jamestown, NY Gender:	Re: just want to tell a friend... Reply #16 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 6:52pm Me too Mel! Lots of good thoughts for him. Charlie
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HappyElaine CH.com Alumnus Offline I love YaBB 1G - SP1! Posts: 603 Flovilla,GA Gender:	Re: just want to tell a friend... Reply #17 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 7:55pm I am sending prayers and putting him and the whole family in my prayer book. All the men, women in service and their family's stay in my prayers.
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Jackie CH.com Moderator CH.com Alumnus Offline Go For It!!! Posts: 5903 Goshen, IN Gender:	Re: just want to tell a friend... Reply #18 - Oct 2^nd, 2008 at 8:04pm We'll keep him in our thoughts and prayers, Mel.....you and your family too. What a fine looking bunch of bros and sis. Optimism is good, Sweetie.....keep it up...all will be well. Much Love, Jackie
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Re: just want to tell a friend...
Reply #22 - Oct 4^th, 2008 at 10:13pm

I will pray for him and add him to my Soldier MOM prayer warrior list. I also want you to invite his family to join our support group at Multimedia File Viewing and Clickable Links are available for Registered Members only!! You need to

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I have been part of the group since the war began and then some. Its a great place to go to vent and recieve support after the support gets old around you in your local circles...

God bless Matt.
Ree

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