Charges recommended to be dropped in LCpl Tatum Haditha case

Lawyer | August 23, 2007 | David Allender

[RedRover]

Thanks, Mom. I follow these cases pretty closely and even I get confused about what happened when and where. So I do these fact sheets partly for my own benefit.

I've worked on the diagrams and text today (it's too darn hot and humid to leave the house) and improved them considerably over what you saw.

You know, Mom, I realize you must be worried sick. I remember Theresa Sharratt was practically doubled over with stomach pains the week before the hearing. But I'll tell you what I told Theresa. Keep the faith. Right will prevail and justice will be done.

As Don Dinsmore has vowed, we're leaving no man behind.

[Semper Fi Mom]

Yes, I am worried sick. Just hope I can make it through the entire hearing. My nerves are shot and my stomach is in knots+. But, if Frank can make it I guess I can too. Ditto for my husband Dave.

[lilycicero]

I keep writing stuff down and then I just hit delete.
I just wanted to thank you for coming on FR and easing our worries. It’s unexplainable how this little FR world of strangers want the best for the Haditha families, but we do.
It’s not just about justice, it’s about being a neighbor to those who serve and caring.
This has been hanging over your calendar too long, esp with them moving the dates constantly. It’s time to take back what’s yours.

[StarCMC]

Hey Mom — just so you know, there are many of us, all across this country, who have been lifting your Marine up in prayer, and we will continue to do so. *HUG*

[luvie]

Prayers for you in your anxiety for your loved one. God can overcome a lot of things if we rely on Him. I know He will be there for you.

[freema]

My son by another mother.

I don't pretend to have an inkling what you’re going through.

But I do know what it has done to me, and my family by extension. It isn't pretty. It has affected us in so many ways, impacted us in ways we would never have imagined.

I will, to quote ALOHA RONNIE, NEVER FORGET.
And I will never forgive. God will need to do that for me.

This will be with me all the days of my life.

It is said that what doesn't kill you only makes you stronger. Use it all to armor up, and think of that when you are in front of the mirror putting on your makeup.

Look at who you are, apply your makeup as if you are putting on war paint. Prepare for battle and march on, one foot in front of the other.

Some folks think it's just a cute phrase that there is no tougher job in the Marine Corps than being a Mom. Now, more than ever, it's not cute to me.

Show Frank where he got what it takes to be a Marine.

[Girlene]

Semper Fi Mom, there are many here, and others across the country, who will continue to offer prayers of strength, courage and patience as you enter this new phase of the case. You are not alone. If it helps, write a Bible verse or other comforting thoughts on a piece of paper, or a bring a comforting picture and put it in your purse. When you are feeling nervous, reading those words or viewing the photo can be a reminder that you are not alone. Here's one example of a verse for strength. (Psalms 27:1 KJV) A Psalm of David.

The LORD is my light and my salvation;
whom shall I fear?
the LORD is the strength of my life;
of whom shall I be afraid?

[lilycicero]

I like this excerpt from a prayer: "My son, my precious child, I love you and I would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you."

[lilycicero]

Ok that’s it. I am not changing my tag anymore.

IT was NOT, NOT, NOT out of a bar.

[Girlene]

That is a beautiful excerpt, lily, from Footprints in the Sand.

[Girlene]

Whoops. We also meant to ping you to post 208 and 210, Semper Fi Mom.

[lilycicero]

He’s got big feet.

[fatima]

We prayed for you and your family on the air today(((Hugs)))