Thursday, August 2, 2007

Time to Roll...

The email Nancy and I were expecting finally came this afternoon, quietly and without fanfare. Chris and the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment will deploy forward this coming Monday. We knew this would be hard...but I am not sure the word scared can even begin to describe how I feel tonight. So tomorrow if you see a look of concern on my face or in my eyes please don't be alarmed or worried...it goes with the territory...

So, let the journey begin...I appreciate all your thoughts, prayers and words of encouragement. You will never understand how much they mean to Nancy and I...we are holding on tight and trusting that God will watch over Chris and his team...and keep them safe...

As you remember Chris and his team in your prayers tonight, spend some time watching this video that has received over 14 million views on YouTube...all it will cost you is about 5 minutes...powerful images that struck deep at my heart....and please, don't look away when it gets hard to watch...will you?

Chris...I love you, I am proud of you and I miss you...I remember...every day buddy...every day...

v/r,
Collabman

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

Collabman,
You are the rock of Gibraltar, THE MOST POSITIVE, MOTIVATING person I know. Surround Chris with your loving, positive, heart energy and he will be strong through his tour. Know that an army of angels will escort him & his team on their journey. We will all continue to keep him in our thoughts and prayers. Please reach out to us whenever you need support!
W/R,
Collabjan

Collabman said...

Collabjan - thanks for the kind words - they are a tremendous source of encouragement for Nancy and I!

v/r
- Collabman

Anonymous said...

Collabman,

Thank you for sharing. We'll keep Chris & his team (as well as your family back home) in our prayers.