The enemy behind the enemy is working overtime, but we know how the story ends, are connected and united against the enemy, with Sharon from the homefront.
Thanks for the pings, Maigrey and DivaBetsyRoss!
Posted on 09/28/2004 5:43:07 PM PDT by valleygal
Thank you. Sharon has written some of the most amazing letters home with some of the most awesome pictures. She has a wonderful writing talent.
All real Americans are four-square behind her!
Shows what a throwback I am when I got to the end and saw that the writer was a woman..........caught me off guard.
A beautiful letter. God bless Sharon, and God bless our Marines...and Army.......and Air Force......and Navy.....and civilians who are busting their humps to free these people; God's people as much as we are.
Thanks for posting this valleygal.
Sharon,
You and all our military are in this family's prayers everyday. Keep on going Sharon, we're with you.
That's keeping the faith!
Dear Lt. Col, Jacko
My wife and I appreciate your being there in Iraq for not just the kids that you know, but also for the 3 little girls here (ages, 8, 5 and 5) that you don't know yet, and who will keep you in their prayers.
After reading your letter to them we all said the following prayer for you.
"God our Father,
Maker and lover of peace,
to know you is to live,
and to serve you is to reign.
All our faith is in your saving help;
protect us from men of violence,
and keep us safe from weapons of hate."
My wife and I also send you the following,
"God our Father,
you reveal that those who work for peace
will be called your sons.
Help us to work without ceasing
for that justice
Which brings true and lasting peace."
May God Bless you and keep you safe.
With our deepest gratitude,
Rob and Rachel Alvelais
The enemy behind the enemy is working overtime, but we know how the story ends, are connected and united against the enemy, with Sharon from the homefront.
Thanks for the pings, Maigrey and DivaBetsyRoss!
Marine Corps, Bump.
Thank You for your patriotism, this just and great cause protects our children and keeps all Americans safe. God Bless you and your family and keep the faith... we all get to rotate out of there eventually...
..."She told me, "I know for a fact that I can’t do this without the help of prayer that is coming from back in the States."...
It's the heat that's getting you. Only a couple of weeks left until that will be a memory.
About the knife. I know you're a professional, but become very proficient with that tool before you carry it. Pistol in a towel is a better idea. Big knives are sometimes best left alone unless you are very familiar with them.
I know for a fact that you CAN do this.
Feel that warm glow and sense of peace enveloping you? That's my prayer for you and yours. It might be off a bit because of the time difference...
Stay safe and come home soon.
Valleygirl: I just wrote Sharon about her wonderful letter. I had tears in my eyes by the time I finished reading it. I must say that I am so honored to be on her mailing list. My friend outside Fallujah was experiencing the same emotions as Sharon. The nearly constant gunfire of the past week was starting to take its toll. Sharon's words to a great source of renewal for her.
Prayers go out to all our brave men and women around the world, most especially in Iraq.
Dear Lord Jesus refresh Sharon and all the troops who are facing so much each day. Pour out Your love and strength of joy into their lives. Ever keep Your hand of protection over them and let them sing for joy under Your shadow.
Lord Jesus bring Your peace to Iraq, You have created all people for Your reward, take them Jesus!
And Lord keep giving Sharon Your messages of encouragment. Bring her home safe in You, Jesus.
God bless you Sharon and all your brave company.
JGP
God bless you Sharon and all the others who serve alongside of you. Be confident that you are doing the Lord's work. Fighting evil is not an easy job; we thank you for taking up the task.
Very cool. When was that? Sharon's a Lt. Col now, though. She left for Iraq either June or July, I think.
They held some games at the camp over Labor Day holiday. She was in charge of that, too! I think she won first place with her teammate for horseshoes and are the reigning camp champs.
May God bless this wise young woman and all of her fellow soldiers. I'm awed and moved by her letter, my eyes and heart are full. The Lord is truly watching over those who do such good so selflessly.
I know, I feel honored, too. FR mail later.
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