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Wounded Warrior Monologues
Excerpts from several of the Wounded Warrior's Monologues
Misery Day 100 |
Sorry it's been a while
since I last wrote.
I guess some things just shouldn't be shared. I ask everyone
to pray for heavenly protection on our behalf. For guidance,
the ability to overcome our fears, and for peace.
These are what we really need. |
Justin Bajema |
I positioned myself at the
rear door, away from the services, but with a clear view of
everyone in the home. As the Chaplain began to play Christian
music on his acoustic guitar, everyone started singing, Kum
By Ya My Lord, Kum By Ya. It was amazing to witness the power
of faith, unity and the joy of worship. But what was truly inspiring
was the courage of the Afghan Citizens.
It dawned on me at that moment that we were not so different.
The Aftghanis¹ wanted what all Americans take for granted
as a right; religious freedom. |
Jim Figueroa
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| Full Circle |
| Dad's fears had come true,
but I wasn't hurt in combat. I was just dining down the street
when I got blown up. Two roadside bombs. Two 155 mike
mikes. Artillery shells. There is no rear in Iraq. The combat
zone is everywhere. |
Michael Jernigan |
I would've given anything to return home in
one piece the sooner the better. What was the worst they
could do to me, my inner voice crackled.
Send me to war? |
Linda Ysewyn |
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