Posted on 02/19/2007 6:16:46 AM PST by tiki
On Valentine's Day Travis was badly wounded.
This is an email from a Major to his parents.
Today I talked to our embedded report from the Stars and Stripes, Steve Maraz. He was with Travis and his platoon when they were attacked and he helped the Corpsman treat Travis. He said that Travis was awake during the entire treatment and evacuation and as he was being carried to the MEDEVAC landing zone he told his squad leader "Stay Motivated!" and pumped his fist in the air to inspire the Marines, which it did.
The spirit is strong than the body. Clearly Travis is a strong young man and possesses the strength and will to recover from this.
Finally, although I try to remain positive in all of our phone calls I do want to make sure that you prepare yourself mentally and emotionally for the moment you see Travis. It will be difficult to be sure as the damage was extensive. However Travis didn't get his strength of character and spirit from the Marine Corps, he got it from you and your family.
My prayers are with you and Travis. Will call again tomorrow when we find out more.
(Excerpt) Read more at travisdodson.com ...
My thoughts & prayers for Travis. May the Lord enthrone around you peace & complete healing.
Thank you for sharing Travis' story.
Prayers are being sent for this hero-and all of his brave companions.
Prayers lifting Travis for healing of the body and spirit.
prayers going up!
Continuing updates on the healing and recovery of a wounded Marine hero... He will eventually be transferred from Bethesda in Washington, D.C. to Palo Alto, here in California, for continuing therapy.
Here is the link: In Honor of Travis Dodson
God bless him and speed his recovery.
There has got to be a special place in Heaven for our brave men and women who have lost life or limb to protect the freedoms of a country founded on God's word. Prayers from my heart go up each day for each and everyone one of them. And may God continue to bless America.
Prayers for Travis & his family. God bless.
Visited the site.
It's going to be difficult to see the screen for awhile.
Almighty Father, I ask you to ease this man's pain, help him heal, strengthen him physically and spiritually, and provide for all his needs. Guide his doctors and medical staff, provide for all his family's needs, and strengthen them as well. I ask this in Jesus' Holy Name, Amen.
Thank You so much for updating me.
Thank you for the ping, 'Dita.
I am bathed with humility when I see the bravery of a young man like Travis and the faith and optimism of his family.
I pray for his recovery and continuing healing from his wounds.
I also thank him and his family for all that they are willing to give so that we can be free and safe in our homes.
Bravo, Travis! Thank you!
Hi,Dita,,,TANKS for the ping,,,
Prayers Up...
GOD Bless...
Prayers of comfort and sympathy to the family of Daniel Morris. I only wish he could be struggling through PT with Travis. :-(
These young men are astounding. Thank goodness they are willing to offer their all for the sake of our country.
Prayers up
Logan's Prayer Warriors, we've been asked to pray for Travis...
done
Amen, Pinz. It is very humbling.
Thank you.
http://www.travisdodson.com/archives.html
I'm with prayers going up.
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