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Matt serves with the 724th Transportation Company from Bartonville, Illinois. The same company as my son Steve. Steve returned home on Thanksgiving day after more than a year. Matt is still in Iraq.

I don't like to post and run but I have to leave and will be back in a couple of hours to answer any questions I can.

Remember Matt and his family during the Christmas season and always.

He belongs to all of us.

1 posted on 12/20/2004 11:40:47 AM PST by Graybeard58
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2 posted on 12/20/2004 11:43:36 AM PST by Graybeard58 (Remember and pray for Spec.4 Matt Maupin - MIA/POW- Iraq since 04/09/04)
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I live in Clermont County, and I have never seen anything like the outpouring of love and patriotism that has stemmed from Matt Maupin's capture/disappearance. Mr. and Mrs. Maupin are unwavering in their perseverance for Matt's and our soldiers' cause. I admire them greatly and pray everyday for Matt's safe return.


3 posted on 12/20/2004 11:47:13 AM PST by Polyxene (For where God built a church, there the Devil would also build a chapel - Martin Luther)
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Thank you, Graybeard, for remembering Matt.

I watched nearly all of President Bush's press conference this morning and did not hear him say, "We're doing all we can to find Matt Maupin." Did I miss it?


4 posted on 12/20/2004 11:47:41 AM PST by KiloLima (www.opgratitude.com = Give, you will feel better.)
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Tearful prayers for this family.


5 posted on 12/20/2004 11:48:18 AM PST by OldFriend (PRAY FOR MAJ. TAMMY DUCKWORTH)
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Thank you for keeping Matt on our minds, Graybeard.

Prayers for his return. His family must be in agony waiting for the call, and I pray they soon can find some peace.


6 posted on 12/20/2004 11:51:09 AM PST by HairOfTheDog
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bttt


7 posted on 12/20/2004 11:51:28 AM PST by stainlessbanner
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This makes me cry. I am picking up my son from Camp Pendleton on Wednesday. He will get to spend Christmas with us. After that, we don't know. May God bless these wonderful young men and women who protect all of us.


8 posted on 12/20/2004 11:54:54 AM PST by chile
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In June, the Arab satellite station Al-Jazeera aired a video showing a blindfolded man seated on the ground that the station identified as Maupin.

In footage that was not aired, the tape showed the man being shot in the back of the head.

Anyone who still believes the tripe about the fair and humane treatment given to terrorist prisoners is aimed at assuring our people are treated the same should be disabused of this quaint notion by now.

9 posted on 12/20/2004 11:56:15 AM PST by konaice
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Dang blurry monitor!! I'm praying Matt comes home, and soon. These people have endured enough, but are bearing up well. I believe God is Blessing them, since they are giving of themselves for others.


13 posted on 12/20/2004 12:59:52 PM PST by SuziQ (W: STILL the President)
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Prayers for Matt and his family!


22 posted on 12/20/2004 10:41:30 PM PST by kayak (Merry CHRISTmas!)
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Prayer ping.

Please post your replies to Graybeard58


Graybeard58, My prayers go up for this hero, and his family. God's protection over your him. Lord, please protect this soldier. Surround him with a hedge of protection. Provide his family with comfort and peace. Surround them with your love. Bring him safely home to his family. In Jesus' precious name. Amen

kayak, thank you for the ping.

Blessings,
trussell


If you want on/off my prayer ping list, please let me know. All requests happily honored.

24 posted on 12/20/2004 10:57:26 PM PST by trussell (I Never Frown, even when I am sad,because I never know who is falling in love with my Smile!!!)
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I thank God for this hero and his loved ones!


26 posted on 12/20/2004 11:16:47 PM PST by Alamo-Girl
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Prayers offered.


28 posted on 12/21/2004 4:22:50 AM PST by sweetiepiezer (Proud Mother of 2 US Marines)
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May God watch over Matt and his wonderful family and neighbors. May He give them peace and strength, and may He bring Matt safely home, in Jesus' name.

Carolyn

29 posted on 12/21/2004 5:19:52 AM PST by CDHart
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Thank you SO much for this thread, Graybeard!

It's hard enough spending Christmas without a son whom you know is alive and well and in harm's way, but this................unthinkable pain.

My intense and fervent prayers for Matt and his family during these dark and difficult days. May God wrap His loving arms around them every moment of every day!

30 posted on 12/21/2004 5:25:56 AM PST by ohioWfan (W.........STILL the President)
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Thank you so much for this thread, Graybeard. I prayed for him so much when he was captured--and it's important to keep doing so.

I cannot imagine the pain and suffering his parents are feeling right now.


32 posted on 12/21/2004 5:42:52 AM PST by proud American in Canada
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Bartonville, that's right outside of Peoria where my hubby's unit, the 106th AVN(Chinooks)...they are now home from Iraq.... This poor family, I just don't know how they do it....I don't think I could be so courageous...prayers for Matt and his family.


33 posted on 12/21/2004 5:47:37 AM PST by mystery-ak (Please pray for Maj Tammy Duckworth)
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Prayers for Matt and his family. God bless and keep them!


38 posted on 12/21/2004 6:00:32 AM PST by Sea2ShiningSea (God shed His grace on thee.)
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Praying for Matt's safety and his family's comfort!

Thanks for posting this about the Maupins. I can't even imagine how they must make it through each day!

Prayers for all our service men and women!

P.S. I love President Bush's joke about Rip Van Winkle. Sometimes a little humor can relieve a big burden, if only for a short while.


39 posted on 12/21/2004 7:47:52 AM PST by Ohioan from Florida (The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.- Edmund Burke)
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Adding my voice to the prayer warriors in prayer for Matt and his loved ones.


42 posted on 12/21/2004 4:06:37 PM PST by NanaDory8
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