Just a couple of things running with scissors through my mind tonight......
1) I keep thinking about 4th of July. I went to a low-key, family-friendly gathering at a very dear friend's house. I knew, or at least had previously met, everyone there. Except for one - K. Sweetest young man, a very doting husband and father, a vet who has done a couple of rounds in Iraq. "Where's K.?", we asked, whilst watching the downtown fireworks from my friends' balcony. My heart was broken and sickened with the response. "He is in the bathroom hiding out. The explosion of the fireworks sound just like I.E.D.s", answers his sister.
2) I HATE drugs (as in heroin, cocaine, meth, etc.).
There really is a lot more to say, but enough for now. My brain feels heavy and I need to sleep.
Monday, July 07, 2008
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My heart just broke for K, and all the vets who suffer so.
My nephew, in the Air Force, may be in the desert soon. He's expecting orders any time. It makes me feel weak thinking about the state our country is in.
One of my sweetest YOUNG nephews just joined the service and my heart is searing anew for those who have given everything for my freedom--especially when the aftermath follows them home.
Were you able to coax him out of hiding at any point.
Regardless, he is lucky to have your friendship...as am I.
It's so heartbreaking to hear of the scars that people have to bear.
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