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Post by jduges on Jan 19, 2008 16:35:46 GMT -5
 My condolences to his friends and family. Thoughts and Prayers to all our men and women fighting for our ability to enjoy all of the freedoms that we take for granted each and every day. |
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Post by jduges on Jan 19, 2008 16:37:13 GMT -5
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Post by Thingy on Jan 20, 2008 12:47:56 GMT -5
I am really moved and saddened by the picture of this young hero. He was a brave and dedicated lad, who believed in our mission and the neccessity to stay the course.
The picture reminds me of a picture of my best friend from highschool, a black and white glossy that accompanied the announcement of his graduation from Parris Island boot camp. My mom went to the OD and bought the photo print in 1966 and framed it. He was killed in 1967 in Viet Nam.
I guess one has to have experienced combat or at least served in the military to understand the patriotic desire to return to a warzone. It is a strange, hard to understand, thing that anyone would want to escape the dangers of combat, and want to go back.
For me, I signed up and volunteered for a second tour on patrol boats in memory of my highschool friend. I had this feeling inside that I needed to continue the fight that my best friend died for. It is like a strange gnawing feeling that the job is not done, and that you need to go back there and help to finish it. It is like coming out of a football game, resting on the bench, and then wanting to get back in the action.
I also have a "rubbing" of his name from the Viet Nam memorial wall. I have visited the wall several times, and every time the overwhelming numbers of young men listed, bring me to my knees sobbing for the loss of their lives.
This young man is a hero. We need to realize the completion of his mission, and insure a victorious end to the war in Iraq. However difficult it may be, it must be done.
The only political solution to me, seems to be to elect John McCain. I am not a dyed in the wool Republican, but I see him as the only one with the level head and military experience to end the war sensibly. We can't just cut and run, a let those lives lost be lost in vain. As a former POW I think he is the only one with the actual experience and balance of compassion and strategic knowlege to finish it successfully.
This is not meant to be a campaign post for McCain. I love my country and I want to see these young men honored by a victory, and have their sacrifice go down in history as the factor that allowed the establishment of a humane and sensible government in Iraq and stabilization of the middle east.
WE need to put our btiching about Bush's mistakes, ignorance and arrogance aside. We need to quit debating whether our reason for entering the war is justified or not, and support the troops and finish it honorably, whether we entered it honorably or not. WE NEED TO HONOR THOSE FALLEN SOLDIERS WHO BELIEVED IN THE MISSION AND DIED WHILE WORKING TOWARD A SATISFACTORY RESOLUTION AND VICTORY.
I get tears in my eyes when I look at this young soldier. He is younger than my youngest son, and a brave warrior. It is sacrifices such as his, that have made this country the wonderful and free place it is.
May an updraft of prayer carry his soul into heaven. May he walk with the heroes and sit at the side of our father in heaven. There is a special place in heaven for both soldiers and saints. May he rest in peace until we are all reunited when this life is done.
I salute you John Sigsbee, and may God bless you and bring your family peace and consolation in their grief.
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Post by Swimmy on Jan 20, 2008 13:29:50 GMT -5
It really strikes home when you read news like this. It is easy to forget that American foreign policy affects all of us. Sure we have 24/7 news stations reporting American losses, but you become desensitized to the news (scary but true). It's not until something like this happens and you are quickly reminded how delicate life is and how this war on terror effects even us here in the MV.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Sigsbee family. Thank you John Sigsbee for bravely serving our country, may you rest in peace.
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Post by Swimmy on Jan 20, 2008 13:45:00 GMT -5
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Post by jrcummings on Jan 25, 2008 6:05:13 GMT -5
These types of stories tear me up inside. I hate to see young soldiers lose their lives, as a Sr. NCO in the Army it's like losing a child. You even get a sence of responsibility for what happened. My prayers go out to his family.
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