On Monday France lost 10 servicemen in Afghanistan with 22 more injured.
We must remember that it is not just UK and USA servicemen over there. Many other countries also have troops fighting in rough conditions against the Taliban.
Behind every serviceman, of whatever nationality, waits a family and friends, worrying, watching the news, looking forward to a joyous homecoming and dreading receiving bad news.
The loss of a loved one is a devastating thing but to have young husbands, sons/daughters die in a "war" makes it worse. We have seen many scenes of burials, distraught families and lives left altered forever.
My thoughts go to the families and friends of those Frenchmen who have lain down their lives. May they rest in peace and may their families find what comfort they can.
My thoughts are also with the family of another British soldier who was killed yesterday.
18 comments:
Thank you for reminding us this morning that while we sit in our comfortable homes many brave men and women are fighting for our freedom and that of many others too. We must not forget. I too salute these brave people and pray daily for them and their families. 'On Ya' - ma
((((((((((((((((((HUGSTOYOU)))))))))))))))))))))))))))You are so right,we need to also remember that.I wish more than anything that our trops from all over the world would come home.
Thank you for the reminder!
Traci
Seems every week we hear more about losses there! May those that have died R.I.P., those injured have a good recovery (physical & mental). And prayers for those families that are suffering too.
Bless them all, from all the many countries.
Sugar
There will be ones who suffer from injuries the rest of their lives not to mention the mental problems they will have to deal with. It truly hurts to think of all the ones lost and will continue to be lost. Have a good day, Jeanette.............alice
So sad for all the French families, as I have been for others. Only my view but this is an unwinnable war and sadly more lives will be lost in the future. I just hope that the French Government treats these bereaved families and any of their injured soldiers better than the British Government seem to treat ours. Eileen x
Its sad, sad, sad. But unlike you, we don't see scenes of burials. As per George Bush, we are not allowed to view caskets coming home or services at cemetaries. Out of sight, out of mind. And that is one of the reasons I think this country is so complacent about this war. And that is #1 on my list of problems with Bush.
Any time I hear of a soldier passing, my heart goes out to all the family loved ones....why oh why can't our world be one of caring, loving and peace with each other...bless all service people and their families. Arlene (AJ)
Man's inhumanity towards man continues since the dawn of time. Too many people have died in the last few years and not in the name of freedom. I worry for my friends sons who are in the army that they will survive to live out their lives and not die in a useless war. That area of the world has been in upheaval in one way or another for centuries on end, why do we think that we can "fix" them? It all breaks down to corporate greed in the end. I couldn't justify my kids dying for that. Then to come home and not get the right care when you are wounded...I hope my Country wakes up and votes these idiots out...we need a change....be well, love Sandi
Sigh.. It has to end!
~Rosemary
so many have died...... hopefully it will end soon
Sandra
Thanks for the reminder. Yes we must remember. Paula
excellent entry jeanette and well said. when will all the killing end? take care love mort xxx
May they rest in peace.
John
may they rest in peace, and may their families find peace knowing their loved one is in heaven. (((((((hugs)))))))))
Love ya,
Cindy xoxo
Amen! Bless all the troops who are fighting the wars regardless of nationality thanks for this entry!~kbear
http://journals.aol.com/karebear4x4/kbearsheart
We should never forget the sacrifices made on our behalf, you're quite right, Jeannette
I will never forget anyone, from any country, who serves to fight terrorism and promote freedom and democracy.....bless them all. My prayers go out to all families who have lost love ones & true heroes.
Pooh Hugs,
Linda
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