To Love a Soldier

Everyday there are stories in the media about our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.  Our thoughts focus on them and what they’re experiencing.  But we seldom look beyond the camo to consider the spouses and families back home, waiting with pride and trepidation.

My daughter-in-law and grandchildren fit into that group.  And it was my daughter-in-law who stumbled upon the blog entitled “To Love a Soldier.” It is the very creative work of the wife on a soldier, now living through her husband’s second deployment.

Reading through the posts is very moving, but just as moving are the responses of all those who, like my daughter-in-law, have found strength in the knowledge that they’re not alone in their feelings, frustrations and longings.  They are a very courageous group who deserve our attention and prayers.  Regardless of where their loved ones are serving, let’s celebrate their courage by thanking them for their service as well.