Guest guest Posted December 15, 2004 Report Share Posted December 15, 2004 God Bless you, your son Adam and all the fine men and women who are serving OUR country. Your son serving in the military says a lot about how you brought your son up. Thank you Larry and THANK YOU ADAM! Barry Meffert In a message dated 12/16/2004 3:13:20 AM Central Standard Time, lanelson1@... writes: Got an email today from my son. He is being deployed, but can't say where. However, from what he intimated,it doesn't sound like a ship-board deployment. He had planned to come home to Texas for New years, but those plans are now shot. I am asking for your prayers and thoughts for Adam. Regardless of how you feel about our government and this war, those are real live kids, brothers, sisters, mothers and fathers going in harms way. " We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm. " - Orwell. Larry RN LP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 15, 2004 Report Share Posted December 15, 2004 God Bless you, your son Adam and all the fine men and women who are serving OUR country. Your son serving in the military says a lot about how you brought your son up. Thank you Larry and THANK YOU ADAM! Barry Meffert In a message dated 12/16/2004 3:13:20 AM Central Standard Time, lanelson1@... writes: Got an email today from my son. He is being deployed, but can't say where. However, from what he intimated,it doesn't sound like a ship-board deployment. He had planned to come home to Texas for New years, but those plans are now shot. I am asking for your prayers and thoughts for Adam. Regardless of how you feel about our government and this war, those are real live kids, brothers, sisters, mothers and fathers going in harms way. " We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm. " - Orwell. Larry RN LP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 15, 2004 Report Share Posted December 15, 2004 God Bless you, your son Adam and all the fine men and women who are serving OUR country. Your son serving in the military says a lot about how you brought your son up. Thank you Larry and THANK YOU ADAM! Barry Meffert In a message dated 12/16/2004 3:13:20 AM Central Standard Time, lanelson1@... writes: Got an email today from my son. He is being deployed, but can't say where. However, from what he intimated,it doesn't sound like a ship-board deployment. He had planned to come home to Texas for New years, but those plans are now shot. I am asking for your prayers and thoughts for Adam. Regardless of how you feel about our government and this war, those are real live kids, brothers, sisters, mothers and fathers going in harms way. " We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm. " - Orwell. Larry RN LP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 Our prayers are with your son and ALL the sons and daughters who are serving our country. Jane -------------- Original message from " Larry " : -------------- Got an email today from my son. He is being deployed, but can't say where. However, from what he intimated,it doesn't sound like a ship-board deployment. He had planned to come home to Texas for New years, but those plans are now shot. I am asking for your prayers and thoughts for Adam. Regardless of how you feel about our government and this war, those are real live kids, brothers, sisters, mothers and fathers going in harms way. " We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm. " - Orwell. Larry RN LP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 Our prayers are with your son and ALL the sons and daughters who are serving our country. Jane -------------- Original message from " Larry " : -------------- Got an email today from my son. He is being deployed, but can't say where. However, from what he intimated,it doesn't sound like a ship-board deployment. He had planned to come home to Texas for New years, but those plans are now shot. I am asking for your prayers and thoughts for Adam. Regardless of how you feel about our government and this war, those are real live kids, brothers, sisters, mothers and fathers going in harms way. " We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm. " - Orwell. Larry RN LP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 Our prayers are with your son and ALL the sons and daughters who are serving our country. Jane -------------- Original message from " Larry " : -------------- Got an email today from my son. He is being deployed, but can't say where. However, from what he intimated,it doesn't sound like a ship-board deployment. He had planned to come home to Texas for New years, but those plans are now shot. I am asking for your prayers and thoughts for Adam. Regardless of how you feel about our government and this war, those are real live kids, brothers, sisters, mothers and fathers going in harms way. " We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm. " - Orwell. Larry RN LP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 God bless your son and all of our soldiers who are protecting us and fighting for our freedom. I pray for them everyday when I go by the San Shrine. Thank you. Deployment Got an email today from my son. He is being deployed, but can't say where. However, from what he intimated,it doesn't sound like a ship-board deployment. He had planned to come home to Texas for New years, but those plans are now shot. I am asking for your prayers and thoughts for Adam. Regardless of how you feel about our government and this war, those are real live kids, brothers, sisters, mothers and fathers going in harms way. " We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm. " - Orwell. Larry RN LP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 God bless your son and all of our soldiers who are protecting us and fighting for our freedom. I pray for them everyday when I go by the San Shrine. Thank you. Deployment Got an email today from my son. He is being deployed, but can't say where. However, from what he intimated,it doesn't sound like a ship-board deployment. He had planned to come home to Texas for New years, but those plans are now shot. I am asking for your prayers and thoughts for Adam. Regardless of how you feel about our government and this war, those are real live kids, brothers, sisters, mothers and fathers going in harms way. " We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm. " - Orwell. Larry RN LP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 Larry, I know exactly how you feel. My son was deployed after 9-11 about the same time of the year. I know it is hard for you and your family with this being the holiday season but at the same time I know you must be very proud. My family's thoughts and prayers are with your son and your family. It is because of these brave young men and women that we have this thing called " Freedom of Speech " . Keep us posted and may the good Lord keep him safe. FF/LP Vernon College FIRE/EMS Training Program 4105 Maplewood Wichita Falls, Texas 76308 Office ext 3233 Fax Deployment Got an email today from my son. He is being deployed, but can't say where. However, from what he intimated,it doesn't sound like a ship-board deployment. He had planned to come home to Texas for New years, but those plans are now shot. I am asking for your prayers and thoughts for Adam. Regardless of how you feel about our government and this war, those are real live kids, brothers, sisters, mothers and fathers going in harms way. " We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm. " - Orwell. Larry RN LP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 > > I am asking for your prayers and thoughts for Adam. Larry, Prayers and good thoughts outbound. May your Son come home safe and in one piece. Let me know if he needs anything. 'Twas the night before Christmas, he lived all alone, In a one bedroom house made of plaster and stone. I had come down the chimney with presents to give, And to see just who in this home did live. I looked all about, a strange sight I did see, No tinsel, no presents, not even a tree. No stocking by mantle, just boots filled with sand, On the wall hung pictures of far distant lands. With medals and badges, awards of all kinds, A sober thought came through my mind. For this house was different, it was dark and dreary, I found the home of a soldier, once I could see clearly. The soldier lay sleeping, silent, alone, Curled up on the floor in this one bedroom home. The face was so gentle, the room in such disorder, Not how I pictured a United States soldier. Was this the hero of whom I'd just read? Curled up on a poncho, the floor for a bed? I realized the families that I saw this night, Owed their lives to these soldiers who were willing to fight. Soon round the world, the children would play, And grownups would celebrate a bright Christmas day. They all enjoyed freedom each month of the year, Because of the soldiers, like the one lying here. I couldn't help wonder how many lay alone, On a cold Christmas Eve in a land far from home. The very thought brought a tear to my eye, I dropped to my knees and started to cry. The soldier awakened and I heard a rough voice, " Santa don't cry, this life is my choice; I fight for freedom, I don't ask for more, My life is my god, my country, my corps. " The soldier rolled over and drifted to sleep, I couldn't control it, I continued to weep. I kept watch for hours, so silent and still And we both shivered from the cold night's chill. I didn't want to leave on that cold, dark, night, This guardian of honor so willing to fight. Then the soldier rolled over, with a voice soft and pure, Whispered, " Carry on Santa, it's Christmas day, all is secure. " One look at my watch, and I knew he was right. " Merry Christmas my friend, and to all a good night. " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 > > I am asking for your prayers and thoughts for Adam. Larry, Prayers and good thoughts outbound. May your Son come home safe and in one piece. Let me know if he needs anything. 'Twas the night before Christmas, he lived all alone, In a one bedroom house made of plaster and stone. I had come down the chimney with presents to give, And to see just who in this home did live. I looked all about, a strange sight I did see, No tinsel, no presents, not even a tree. No stocking by mantle, just boots filled with sand, On the wall hung pictures of far distant lands. With medals and badges, awards of all kinds, A sober thought came through my mind. For this house was different, it was dark and dreary, I found the home of a soldier, once I could see clearly. The soldier lay sleeping, silent, alone, Curled up on the floor in this one bedroom home. The face was so gentle, the room in such disorder, Not how I pictured a United States soldier. Was this the hero of whom I'd just read? Curled up on a poncho, the floor for a bed? I realized the families that I saw this night, Owed their lives to these soldiers who were willing to fight. Soon round the world, the children would play, And grownups would celebrate a bright Christmas day. They all enjoyed freedom each month of the year, Because of the soldiers, like the one lying here. I couldn't help wonder how many lay alone, On a cold Christmas Eve in a land far from home. The very thought brought a tear to my eye, I dropped to my knees and started to cry. The soldier awakened and I heard a rough voice, " Santa don't cry, this life is my choice; I fight for freedom, I don't ask for more, My life is my god, my country, my corps. " The soldier rolled over and drifted to sleep, I couldn't control it, I continued to weep. I kept watch for hours, so silent and still And we both shivered from the cold night's chill. I didn't want to leave on that cold, dark, night, This guardian of honor so willing to fight. Then the soldier rolled over, with a voice soft and pure, Whispered, " Carry on Santa, it's Christmas day, all is secure. " One look at my watch, and I knew he was right. " Merry Christmas my friend, and to all a good night. " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 I will hold your son and your family in my prayers. May God keep him safe. Barry E. McClung, Paramedic/Crew Chief North Blanco County EMS City, Texas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 I will hold your son and your family in my prayers. May God keep him safe. Barry E. McClung, Paramedic/Crew Chief North Blanco County EMS City, Texas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 We too will be lifting your son and family to the Father Above!! Ted s, BBA, EMT-B Director, Hardeman County EMS, Texas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 We too will be lifting your son and family to the Father Above!! Ted s, BBA, EMT-B Director, Hardeman County EMS, Texas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 We too will be lifting your son and family to the Father Above!! Ted s, BBA, EMT-B Director, Hardeman County EMS, Texas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 Larry, We'll all keep Adam in our thoughts and prayers. Which branch is he serving in? Jeff Ellison Al Udeid AB IYAAYAS Webmaster/IT/Instructor Lifeline Training Associates http://www.ltatraining.com __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 -- Jeff Ellison wrote: We'll all keep Adam in our thoughts and prayers. Which branch is he serving in? Navy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 -- Jeff Ellison wrote: We'll all keep Adam in our thoughts and prayers. Which branch is he serving in? Navy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 -- Jeff Ellison wrote: We'll all keep Adam in our thoughts and prayers. Which branch is he serving in? Navy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 god be with you this time of the year is really tough on solders away from home in combat zones or not. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Re: Deployment Larry, Thanks to your son and his family for their sacrifice and God Speed to him and all those he works with and the rest of the military serving in less than friendly lands. We (The Country) owe them a debt of gratitude. Louis N. Molino, Sr., CET FF/NREMT-B/FSI/EMSI LNMolino@... (Home Office) (Cell Phone) (TEEX Office) " A Texan with a Jersey Attitude " The comments contained in this E-mail are the opinions of the author and the author alone. I in no way ever intend to speak for any person or organization that I am in any way whatsoever involved or associated with unless I specifically state that I am doing so. Further this E-mail is intended only for its stated recipient and may contain private and or confidential materials retransmission is strictly prohibited unless placed in the public domain by the original author. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 god be with you this time of the year is really tough on solders away from home in combat zones or not. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Re: Deployment Larry, Thanks to your son and his family for their sacrifice and God Speed to him and all those he works with and the rest of the military serving in less than friendly lands. We (The Country) owe them a debt of gratitude. Louis N. Molino, Sr., CET FF/NREMT-B/FSI/EMSI LNMolino@... (Home Office) (Cell Phone) (TEEX Office) " A Texan with a Jersey Attitude " The comments contained in this E-mail are the opinions of the author and the author alone. I in no way ever intend to speak for any person or organization that I am in any way whatsoever involved or associated with unless I specifically state that I am doing so. Further this E-mail is intended only for its stated recipient and may contain private and or confidential materials retransmission is strictly prohibited unless placed in the public domain by the original author. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2004 Report Share Posted December 16, 2004 god be with you this time of the year is really tough on solders away from home in combat zones or not. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Re: Deployment Larry, Thanks to your son and his family for their sacrifice and God Speed to him and all those he works with and the rest of the military serving in less than friendly lands. We (The Country) owe them a debt of gratitude. Louis N. Molino, Sr., CET FF/NREMT-B/FSI/EMSI LNMolino@... (Home Office) (Cell Phone) (TEEX Office) " A Texan with a Jersey Attitude " The comments contained in this E-mail are the opinions of the author and the author alone. I in no way ever intend to speak for any person or organization that I am in any way whatsoever involved or associated with unless I specifically state that I am doing so. Further this E-mail is intended only for its stated recipient and may contain private and or confidential materials retransmission is strictly prohibited unless placed in the public domain by the original author. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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