... to say goodbye to her beloved sister.

My younger sister Alison is in the Army as most of you know. Well last October we found out that she would be going to Iraq this summer. Summer has come and Alison is still going to Iraq. She left on the 22nd for Wisconsin for additional training, from there she will be sent to Kuwait for a bit and then to Iraq. It was a rough day saying goodbye to her, we all had a rough time.
I could not believe the dedication and devotion the men and women have for their country. For moms to leave their husbands and kids, for dads to leave pregnant wives, boyfriends saying goodbye to their girlfriends... What an honor it is to have a sister serving her country. I can not describe the pride I have.
Alison will return to us next august so please be praying for her safety and the safety of those around her. I know she will be a great asset to her team and will be a light in the darkness. I love her tons and miss her so much.