It is quite rare that I cry

[MMEand1]

But as I watched this video (link below), I can't help but let the tears fall. I am getting ready to deploy in September to Iraq and things like this kind of hit home...I'll post more later when I can compose my thoughts a little better...

http://www.militarytimes.com/hancock

Mariah P.

[jeminaal]

Thank you for sharing the link. What a wonderful thing that painter is doing for those families.

Take care and be safe on your deployment. <<hugs>>

Jeanette
(formerly known as jeanmick, member since Feb 2003)

DD Born Christmas Eve
DS Born Valentine's Day

[WitMom]

Wow. Amazing story.

Please be safe. And thank you for what you do.

[DebbieJ]

Wow, what an incredible woman.

And ((HUGS))) to you, Mariah, as you prepare to deploy. Thank you.

~ deb
DS born at home 12/03
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[maestramommy]

You're going to Iraq? Stay safe. Our prayers will be with you and your family.

[MMEand1]

Thanks mama's! My Family and I will gladly accept all prayers and well-wishes.

Yes, I am going to Iraq. At first I was going to a location in Kuwait that was about 20 miles from the border of Iraq, but found out a few weeks ago that things had changed and I am now being sent to Iraq for Escort, Security and Convoy Duty. I have some training scheduled for the end of August and then I'm due to leave in mid-September.

Thanks again for all the thoughts and prayers!
Mariah P.

[Jacksonvol]

I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Thank you for protecting my little girl.

[ilovetivo]

Mariah -

My thoughts and prayers are with you that you stay safe and come home soon, happy and healthy. Thanks for sharing the video. She's an amazing, remarkable, loving woman. The love in what she does just exudes from the screen. I was so touched. My brother's over there too.

Hugs!