Thanksgiving Abroad

[ramy_fulaz]

This marks the fourth Thanksgiving I have spent abroad, one in Kuwait, one in Uzbekistan, one in Afghanistan, and now in Iraq, out of twelve years of service in the Army. Since joining the service, Thanksgiving has definitely changed in meaning for me. Growing up, Thanksgiving was a time of gathering together with family at my Grandma's house, and

Comments

[fox_c]

It is good to hear from you! I'm thankful you're safe and sound and to hear from you as you can. *hugs* to you and Erica

[outotoro]

Have a good day, and be safe!

[tashar]

You and your wife are missed! Thanks for sharing your Thanksgiving story...it's an amazing perspective.

Always with you

[petite_chaton]

Our Thanksgivings are about togetherness even when you are across the miles. Turkey is nice, but our's have often involved duck and other non-traditional sides. Our Thanksgivings are the way they are because it is about being together, and in our day to day lives we are always in the kitchen together, experimenting with new foods and just enjoying each other- your creativity and my desire for everything to come out the same way every time. :) Thanksgiving is about love and enjoying each other

Re: Always with you

[fox_c]

Thinking about you today and thankful for your friendship. Hope to see you sooner rather than later.

[anonymous]

You make me cry. I'm so proud of both of you. There are a lot of things that I;m so thankful for, but knowing that you are safe and well today means every thing to me. Love you. MOM