OK I have to admit; it's been 12 weeks since I have blogged and I feel a little guilty about something. I don't feel guilty because I haven't blogged, but today I am heading back to Afghanistan and am just now thinking of how all the while I was home and enjoying my family, and the good ole' US of A, you guys have been there nugging it out. In the heat! I hope all of you have been well.
I know that each of you would have wanted me to enjoy the family time, I definitely did. Just as I will want you to enjoy your families when you rotate back home.
Well, let me just start of with a reminder. A reminder of what this "Crossroads Afghanistan" is all about.
While your there it is definitely hard to think of Ft. Rucker, but rest assured there are many eager and anxious pilots and soldiers right behind you. They are uncertain of the "when and where" for their turn to the giant sand box, and their thoughts are on you guys...the tip of the spear. You are the ones on the front lines of this now ten year old war. My thoughts and prayers are with you, and it is my great honor to join you on the field of battle.
I said all that to say that this blog is designed to keep us all connected. Those that are overthere, and those that are waiting in anticipation of going; as you read, whether stateside or from overseas, know that many are using this blog as a connection to a piece of their time while at Mother Rucker.
Let me encourage you to respond, comment, or join in. I will be blogging from my foxhole in Kabul. From time to time I will get out to the FOB's and would love to see you. Let me know where you are. Even if it's someone you know only attended Crossroads once, or not even once, welcome them to read the blog.
The most important thing is that we know each other are out there. I know many of you don't get to go all over, but just like it's comforting to know if your flight school buddy is somewhere overthere with you, it is even more comforting to know that your brother or sister in Christ is somewhere out there too.
Talk to you soon!
God Bless You,
Matt
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