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Friday, May 16, 2008

Life is so short

Every day I am reminded just how short life is. This week we got a call at 1 am Wednesday morning, it was one of our dear friends crying uncontrollably. All I could understand was "died" Panic rushed through my body as her husband had just returned to Iraq on Sunday. When she was able to calm down enough to tell me, her close friend and fellow Army medic, Jessica, had died from wounds suffered from an IED. Three weeks ago, Jessica had suffered bruises and scratches in a similar incident. Jessica was 24. As a military spouse this is our gratest fear and have seen so many friends injured and lives lost. I salute our voluntary military members who willing join and give their lives so that we live in freedom. This week I am keeping Jessica's friends and family in my prayers as they begin to grieve the loss of a friend, sister and daughter. God Bless our Military and those that love them.
Joyfully Created by Desiree at 9:36 AM

1 comment:

The Butts' family said...

I am so glad that you are the kind of friend that we all know we can call during those early morning hours when we need some comforting words.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of Jessica's family and friends.

May 17, 2008 at 2:29 PM

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