Sacrifices

I haven't seen Jodie in over a year. We only communicate through email, and I see her pics on the Stennis newsletter.

My brother called and informed me the Navy took him off reserve duty and placed him on active. He will soon leave to another country for a year. When my brother told my mother he would be leaving, she squeezed him and said, " I will keep you in my heart." The tears streamed down my face.

Our family believes serving our country is good and noble and right; however, the burden gets heavy; the sacrifice is great.