"She started writing
You're good and you're brave
What a father that you'll be someday
make it home
make it safe
She wrote every night as she prayed"
Letters From War/Mark Schultz
Evening...
Well, the time has come to wrap this up and say so long. What better way to end this blog than to focus on you all - the folks who made this blog possible and a source of encouragement.
Lets take a look back at what the Google stats say about you all...stats that made me smile only because this journey began as a way to support Chris and for my family to keep track of him. These stats will probably make you laugh as well. They were interesting and fascinating to say the least.
I have always looked forward to our frequent, if not daily conversations...thank you for your wonderful support, kind words and constant prayers. You will never know how much you did for us.
Ms. Collabman and I will be forever grateful...
After you chuckle at the stats, take one last look at the video we watched back on August 20, 2007. Those closing images of the warriors embracing their loved ones are on the horizon...they are close to becoming a reality.
Chris, as I have always said and will continue to say...I love you son!
Be safe!
Signing off...
v/r,
- Collabman
29 July 2007 - 20 October 2008
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287 Blogs
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- United States - Top 5 Visiting States
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12 comments:
This has been one heck of a journey and I will always be thankful to have had you and Nancy to make it with. Your friendship means the world to me and I will cherish it always.
I can't thank you enough for all the work you have put into this. It has made these last 15 months go much faster. Thanks again.
As anyone can plainly see, all of the work that you have put into this blog over the past 15 months were truly a labor of love. What a gift from a father to a son. Thank you from all of us!
What a journey this has been. Even though I did not find this blog for awhile, I have been active with it for several months. I can't begin to thank you for all the hard work you put into this blog. Your friendship-and Nancy's has been unmeasurable during this time. I truly needed this blog to keep me going every day...usually more than once. God Bless You and your family and where it takes Chris and your other kids. Maybe we will meet someday, I am counting on it! Love you guys....you will always be in my heart. THANK YOU! Gen Derrick, mom of Sgt.Shawn Derrick
The Thunder Run has linked to this post in the blog post From the Front: 10/21/2008 News and Personal dispatches from the front and the home front.
Words are inadequate. I will forever be grateful and will always appreciate what you have meant to me and so many others. Fair winds to you and yours. God bless !! Pat Hight
WOW! The stats say it all but no words can express the joy and deep connection you have provided to many supporters, soldiers and their families through this tough journey. We will miss your daily thoughts and insights Collabman and encourage you to continue sharing your knowledge via another blog channel. We are so happy to hear your reunion with Chris will be forthcoming and thank you for all you have contributed!
Best,
CJ
Hello There,
As most have said---your blog has made time pass quickly---and given me something to look forward to daily. Thank you so much for your effort. You have helped many parents and familes----get thru this journey. This has been a very trying time for me and my wife. Bothe of our sons with the deployed Stryler regiment. We are so puroud of all the troops. It has really put life into prespective. Politice aside---this is the real life. We live in the best country in the world----we are so blessed. My heart goes out to all the familes that have lost loved ones. We sre there for you.
Tony LaFrenier
San ANtonio, Texas
Thanks so much for this great blog!
Appreciate your work and efforts you put into that thing!
Our deep appreciation goes out to you for all your hard work keeping this blog going during a time only a military family can really understand. Your love and support of your son expressed the same love and prayers we had in our heart for our son LTC Barnett. We are so blessed to have our sons home but will never forget those who made the ultimate sacrfice. We will continue to pray for all our soldiers for they are our true heros wherever they serve. God Bless You and God Bless America! Dan's Mom
Myron,
Not sure if you saw my post on the News Center.
Yes, all friends and family of the 2nd Cav are welcome at the stable call. Association membership is NOT required.
Civilian dress is buisness casual, active duty wear uniforms. Stetson and spurs are requested, but not required.
Thanks for all your support, and for your son's service.
Tacoma Dave
@TD - yes sir, got it and thanks for the prompt reply!
Many were asking so it's great to hear the guidance directly from you.
We are counting the days :-)
v/r,
- Collabman
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