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September 22, 2004
1/7 Update from Al Qaim
The First Team has been on the ground in our area of operations in western Al Anbar province for 3 weeks now. On 11 Sept we formally took control of the mission here and said goodbye to 3d Bn 7th Marines as they begin their trip home. We are grateful for their help in taking over the mission, and we wish them all a safe journey home and a happy reunion with their families. |
Posted by Deb at September 22, 2004 12:56 AM
Comments
My brother recently went to Iraq, and it wasnt until now that I figured out where he was. He id with the 1/7, and it is nice to have found a page where I can hear from other families with loved ones overseas. If anyone can recommend other ways to keep in touch, it would be much appreciated as I have not gotten any letters from him, and the one time he called, I was not able to get it.
Posted by: Rory at September 25, 2004 10:14 PM
Rory, My brother is with 1/7. Have you looked at marineparents.com or usmc.mil? That's where I found an address for my brother. He was there almost 2 weeks before he called and I couldn't wait that long to write him. So that is where I found my info. There is also a hotline number but this update that was posted is the exact message on the hotline.
Posted by: Jennifer at September 26, 2004 01:36 PM
My son is with the 2/2 tanks out of LeJeune, but his address puts him with 1/7 H&S Tanks. He's been gone 2 wks & I haven't heard from him. Has anyone heard from that platoon?
Posted by: Pam at September 28, 2004 09:52 AM
Yes, I have heard from my brother's wife, and he did try to call me @ 3 in the morning, but I missed it. I have his address. Thanks for the help.
Posted by: Rory at September 28, 2004 04:48 PM
Do you know if they're receiving mail & packages?
Is everyone doing allright there?
It's been 3 weeks now & I haven't heard a peep.
Thanks for all your help!
Posted by: Pam at October 4, 2004 10:00 AM
I have been very lucky i have heard from my husband a lot of different times. He is with 1/7 and as of today he is doing just fine. I think a good way of staying in tought is the email and using a recorder. Buy one for who every is over seas and then buy yourself one. Record a message on one side and then mail him or her that tape and the recorder. Remember to send a small box or envelope with postage so they can mail back you the tape. I think it is a great idea beaucse you can pick up the recorder and listen to your loved ones voice. Always remember to keep a simle on your face and pray always for all the service men and women. God Bless
Posted by: Kasey at October 4, 2004 08:09 PM
I have received 2 letters from my son who is with the 1/7. His last letter was dated Sept. 18 and had not received any packages yet. We have sent several. He does mention the lines for the phones are outrageous when he has a chance to use them. My daughter-in-law has spoke to him once on Sept. 18 via Red Cross about the birth of their little girl. I think it was after his letter was already mailed because he does not mention anything about the baby.
Anxiously awaiting new update from LtCol Chris Woodbridge!
Posted by: Pam at October 5, 2004 06:45 AM
I am a Marine Reservist who has yet to be called up on active duty. My battalion has just received its alert order that we will be activated in January and there's a good possibility (but nothing written in stone) that we will be taking the place of 1/7 at Al Qaim. As I believe in being as fully prepared as I possibly can be, I was wondering if anyone could tell me anything about this place. I've never been active duty, nor have I been to Iraq, so any secondhand advice would be greatly appreciated. uranium243@hotmail.com
Posted by: Jer at October 17, 2004 05:31 PM
My son, Jake, is with the 1/7 H&S 2nd truck platoon. Just got his first letter today and he insists they are safe. He also said they have enough Halloween candy to last them until next year. The weather has been similar to what we've had in Texas this week, in the 80-90 range. They have good chow, a bed, and a/c. Can't tell you how much better I feel after finally hearing from him. God bless them all!
Posted by: Cathy at October 19, 2004 06:03 PM
My son Ryan is actually with the 3rd lar d co at AQ. They've been up there about 1.5 mos now. Not a lot of info but he's ok. Is the 1/7 out of 29 Palms?
Posted by: Gwyn at October 24, 2004 04:40 AM
My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone. My fiance is with 1/7 and has been there since the end of August. I hear from him as often as he is able to call - on average, about once every 5 days. He's able to call so often because, to my understanding, when the phone lines are open, he waits up pretty late, or gets up in the middle of the night, and heads for the phones. He's told me a little bit about the place and I have done my research on-line. I believe the place is called Tiger FOB, or something of that nature - it is an abandonded train station, I think. I write letters to him almost every other day it seems and he writes as often as he is able to as well. I usually type my letters because I can type faster than I can write, therefore I can say alot more. I know it seems a little less personal, but he has told me that he likes getting the long letters that I send. Which reminds me, as far as things to send over there - I hear the thing to have is powder gatorade. Justin says they all seem to love it and fight over it. And, I sent a couple of pillows over there as well. Those that got them were very thankful - apparently they are in short supply of pillows. On top of that, I try to send snacks like the pringles in the tall cans that won't smash in transit. I've sent canned chicken and ritz crackers. I'm sure you've all seen the many lists of suggestions that are out there, but I thought I would share that little bit with you. Justin has also told me that everyone seems to be doing well. There have been a few tragic casualties but from what I understand, Al Qaim is not as bad as places like Baghdad and Fallujah. And I must say, I am glad that I stumbled upon this web page. I am away at college and theres not really anyone here who understands the difficulty of all of this. Have a good day - I'm praying for everyone.
Posted by: Courtney at October 25, 2004 08:41 PM
Courtney, please remember not to give out too much info as to whereabouts of your fiance or any other deployed service member. Remember that this is a public service board and ANYBODY can see it. This is for the safety of our service members. Thanks!
Posted by: Chris at October 28, 2004 08:41 PM
My son is on team 8/1 2nd Recon. He went over
with the group from Mobile in August. I hear
from him about once a week. Weather is cooler
at night so that's a relief. He always asks
for food... (and anything to mix with water)
He doesn't tell me much except he's okay and
is busy. He says not to worry. He said they
know how to take care of themselves and he'll be
fine. Of course, I do worry but try to stay busy
and not watch the news so much!!
Posted by: Carolyn at October 30, 2004 08:27 AM
My son is a corpsman with 1/7, in Iraq since end of August. He's called several times and responds to our emails. Care packages seem to take about 2 weeks to arrive. He loves the powder gatorade, junk food, magazines, DVDs. They seem to be doing okay (considering). Email is a great tool although the guys seem to have to wait in line to get on. I pray constantly for my son and all the guys - always need to remember to stay positive when I write or talk to him. He says he's doing fine.
Posted by: Phyllis at November 4, 2004 12:07 PM
Phyllis,
I talked to my son David with 2nd Recon with
the 1/7. He has made friends with some corpsmen.
I told him to ask who had a mom named Phyllis.
He calls frequently and seems to be upbeat lately.
He sure looks forward to coming home though!
Posted by: Carolyn at November 7, 2004 01:05 PM
my boyfirend and the true love of my life is over in the Al Qaim, or so i assume. i haven't heard from him in about a week. nothing. no e-mails, phone calles, not a thing. i was wondering if anyone knew if something had happened over there or if it was just this big strike in fallujah. all the same what ever is happening i want to thank everyone for this page. it is excelent. i don't know where i would be without it. if any of you ever wish to talk my e-mail is lilgirlyrussell@yahoo.com. we've gotta stick together and stay strong, because if we fall, then so do they.
Posted by: ariel marie at November 11, 2004 11:16 AM
My son is with the 3rd Recon/ARP attached to the 31st MEU. I heard from him this morning and he indicated the western border but not where. He said that he would write with more info. Anyone else have any more info on this group?
Posted by: Marilyn at November 12, 2004 05:56 PM
Communications are shut down due to the
attack in Fallujah for security reasons.
You should hear from your Marine as soon
as things settle down.
Posted by: Carolyn at November 12, 2004 08:16 PM
My youngest son (19), came back from Kabul Afghanistan. He is currently in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina and said his platoon will be deployed to Al Qaim, Iraq in early 2005 for 7 months. I'm glad I stumbled into this website so that I can at least get a general idea of what to expect in his next assignment. I continue to pray for him and for everyone in the military.
Posted by: Malyn T at November 13, 2004 04:22 PM
My son is a Marine assigned to the medical BN in this area. We have had regular e-mails and 2 letters from him since he left in August. We have not heard from him since Nov 2nd. Chris warned us they shutdown the Internet when they get busy there. We have been sending packages to him and he gets them in two to three weeks - which is much better than his last deployment to Iraq last year.
Chris has said for the most part this is a safer place then some and conditions are ok. They have been watching DVDs and one of the doctors has satellite TV - so they watch Fox News. In his letter he said one day they went sand dune sledding (we live in Montana and Chris loves sledding).
God bless every one of our men and women fighting for freedom. And God bless the families at home that send them support and prayers.
Posted by: Jennifer at November 14, 2004 07:57 AM
Thanks for your message, Jennifer. We live in Idaho so it kind of feels connected with Montana. Our experience with the mail has been mixed. It seems the smaller the package, the faster it travels. On one day about 2 1/2 weeks ago, my son received 4 items that had been mailed at widely different times. That concerns me since we sent 400 pounds of Christmas cheer in 16 boxes to my son's platoon on November 9. We hope it reaches them by Christmas.
Posted by: Marilyn at November 14, 2004 11:02 AM
Hi everyone...just heard from my nephew in 1/7 H&S Co in Al Qaim. He is working in the mail room and his only request is for DVD's. He says they have only 3 movies and they are getting old! HA I've asked him to tell me if he has any friends who doesn't receive any mail. If any one out there know of anyone please give me his/her address. I'm so proud of Jon and all the men/women serving our country. Thanks
Posted by: Bonnie Capuano at November 14, 2004 01:49 PM
Carolyn, thanks for your message - my son is Neil. He called at 4AM last week and said they're doing okay, Internet would be down for about a month. He asked me to please, please not send anymore lemon-lime drink powder so now I'll send orange Tang. Yes, DVDs . . . TONS of DVDs. Those holiday care packages should go out now - I've got to get to it! It IS nice that I stumbled onto this website. I need to keep in mind this public website is accessible by anyone -still, good to be able to chat with other family members and friends of our guys over there. Thank God for computers and phones! I love my kid - always ask him to let his buddies know how much we appreciate what they are doing for us. I try to keep up with current news updates but it can be disheartening. So, I pray, maintain faith and try not to read papers every day!
Posted by: Phyllis at November 17, 2004 10:57 PM
Carolyn, thanks for your message - my son is Neil. I didn't know that two words "I'm fine" could bring such comfort. He called last week at 4AM and said they're doing okay, Internet would be down for about a month. He asked me to please, please not send anymore lemon-lime drink powder so now I'll send orange Tang. Yes, DVDs . . . TONS of DVDs. Those holiday care packages should go out now - I've got to get to it! I love my kid so much - always ask him to let his buddies know how much we appreciate their courage and to keep the faith. It IS nice that I stumbled onto this website. I need to keep in mind this public website is accessible by anyone but it's still good to be able to chat with other family members and friends of our guys over there. Thank God for computers and phones! I constantly check for 1/7 updates. I like to keep up with current news but it can be so disheartening. So I maintain faith and try not to read newspapers every single day!
Posted by: Phyllis at November 17, 2004 11:12 PM
Phyllis,
Heard from David on Monday. He said things are
fine. Things seem to have quieted down a bit.
Hope so....You're right..DVD's are what they
need now and current books and mags. He said
they've watch the same movies over and over.
My friends at work have been good enough to
buy movies to send him. I appreciate all the
concern and help I've recieved from my family
and friends. Can't wait till spring and maybe
I can just hug him.!!! Carolyn
Posted by: Carolyn at November 18, 2004 06:58 PM
Anyone heard from anyone with the 1/7??
Haven't heard a word from my son email or otherwise in over a week.
Posted by: Carolyn at November 21, 2004 06:33 AM
Here is a link to an article about the 1/7.
http://www.usmc.mil/marinelink/mcn2000.nsf/main5/CCCF1873D7A80F7B85256F5500301CCB?opendocument
Posted by: Marilyn at November 23, 2004 06:21 PM
Just got a long letter from David.
He is upbeat and sounds like he's pleased
with the way things are going! AND he
wants warm socks because he said the
weather has really turned nasty!
Posted by: Carolyn at November 24, 2004 04:51 PM
hello, i didn't hear from my bf in 1/7 H&S Co. Tanks for 14 days, then i got one e-mail that was 2 sentences. 3 days later i got another one that was 5 sentences. i don't want to get frustrated or anything like that, but i can't stand this. i'm so scared. he seemed so shaken and so unsure he was comming home. it was like those 5 sentences were as close to a goodbye as he could bring himself to write. please... everyone... please pray.
Posted by: ariel marie at November 24, 2004 10:49 PM
Ariel,
He is going to be just fine. He may not
be a "letter writer" or he may just blowing off some steam. Just try to stay upbeat when you
write him, tell him how proud we all are of him.
14 days to you may seem like a week to him.
My son said that the days are pretty much the same and they rarely know what day it is. He's
amoung the best trained men on the earth and
he's going to be home this spring. I'll pray for
you and him and all our boys.
Posted by: Carolyn at November 26, 2004 03:57 AM
My Fiancee' is currently stationed in Al Qaim, Iraq. He's been there since Aug. He is with 1/7, and his nickname is Butterbean.. That's all I can tell u about him besides the fact that I am very proud of him and all the men over there serving with him. I would like to give thanks to those men who look out for my future husband. I think this website is great, and I will keep u updated. But for now all seems to be well in Qaim just very boring from what I hear. I love u babydoll..
Posted by: Christy A.K.A. Lamb at December 11, 2004 07:25 AM
Heard from my son ..things aren't exactly boring...
he's seen some trouble the last couple of days
but everyone is okay. I pray that they just come
home safe.
Posted by: Carolyn at December 19, 2004 07:08 PM
Who are these strange people jumping in on this
site?????
Posted by: Carolyn at December 21, 2004 03:32 PM
Thanks for removing their comments!!
Posted by: Carolyn at December 24, 2004 07:43 AM
As far as strange people jumping on this site, I can only hope you weren't lashing out at certain people. At the time I had spoken to my fiancee' and posted things were pretty boring I assume they were for him at the moment compared to their first several weeks there. I chat with him alot, get calls, at least twice a week, and hear all his comments about playing the X-box, along with the many other things that keep him occupied. I do know from our talks that their tour there isn't that peachy. I mean we are talking about between Bridge Gaurding, QRF, and IED detecting there are times from what I was told they do get bored. So I hope no offense was taken. Was I wrong to think we were all on the same level as to say what we thought, heard, and share our thoughts about our troops overseas that we're so very proud of, miss, and pray for the safety of their return everyday. At least I know I do along with the families that are going through what we are. Our troops are over their fighting for our freedom all the while someone argues over a post site that's susposed to support our troops. What a great nation we live in..
Posted by: Christy A.K.A. Lamb at December 26, 2004 09:56 PM
LOL, the "strange people" Carolyn referred to were comments left and since deleted. We get hit with a lot of SPAM on this site and I clean it up as fast as I can but sometimes a few slip by me. I appreciate the heads up! Everyone is welcome here . . . except the SPAMmers. :-)
Deb
Site Administrator
Posted by: Deb at December 26, 2004 11:25 PM
Thanks for the welcome. I feel really bad for coming across the way I did. I guess I've gotten used to alot of negative reactions way to many times about our troops. But I think the only thing the troops should get are our Support, and the fact that we are Proud of them!!
Posted by: christy at December 28, 2004 05:47 PM
Hello. We have not heard from our son Chris in a week. Chris is good about e-mailing us regularly. I know they shutdown the Internet at times and I am trying not to worry. Has anyone heard from their loved one in the Al Qaim area?
We got a letter from Chris on Christmas Eve - perfect timing. Of course he had sent it a few weeks earlier. It had a copy of his promotion to Corporal in it which was wonderful.
I am very proud of my son and all the men and women representing our country. I think the hardest thing for Chris to deal with is seeing our guys injured. I want to be able to help him deal with this, but I have no idea how. I can listen and love him, but really that is all I know to do.
May 2005 bring peace and joy.
Jennifer in Montana
Posted by: Jennifer at December 31, 2004 08:29 AM
Jennifer, my son (also 1/7) is in Husaybah, not Al Qaim, but I just heard from him through e-mail. The last time he called was Christmas Eve, so it was really good to hear from him. The guys are so busy over there - I'm so looking forward to their redeployment in a few months.
Deb
Posted by: Deb at January 1, 2005 02:50 PM
Jennifer,
I heard from my fiancee' New years Eve. He called. He is also in AlQaim, with 1/7. I hope you hear from Chris soon. Happy New Years everyone.
Posted by: Christy A.K.A. Lamb at January 2, 2005 06:22 PM
DEB!!!Thanks for clearing up my comment about the
spammers!! LOL!! They were really strange, weren't they!!? I heard from my son Dave on
Christmas eve and he said that everything was
fine and that they had a nice time celebrating
Christmas. He said things were really going well
and that the locals have finally realized that
we're there to help and their attitudes are changing. He is SO looking forward to getting
back home to us. God bless our boys.
Posted by: Carolyn at January 5, 2005 07:23 PM
Hi everybody. Thank you for the encouraging comments. We have received e-mail from Chris and he is alright. He said they have been very busy and their Internet was down for a while but he could not give any details. He said he knew the Fox news reporter was in their area but he never saw him and that they have had some hot showers lately - which is such a blessing. They had hamburgers for Christmas and he thought that was good. Anyway, just want to let you all know Chris is okay.
Take care,
Jennifer
Posted by: Jennifer at January 8, 2005 09:45 AM
Here is an interesting blog you might want
to bookmark. This reporter is going to Al Qaim
and he may talk to one of our guys!
http://www.lonestartimes.com/index.php?id=0,1530,0,0,1,0
Posted by: Carolyn at January 20, 2005 02:48 PM
There's an update on the article I gave you
guys before...http://lonestartimes.com/index.php?id=0,1573,0,0,1,0
Interesting read!
Posted by: Carolyn at January 24, 2005 03:28 PM
my boyfriend is with 3rd lar d company. i haven't heard from him since last thursday morning. he usually calls every weekend and when he didn't i was concerned. does anyone know if they are okay and if phones/internet are down? with elections coming im panicking. we are expecting a baby on april 26 and he is supposedly coming home ******** just in time. any info would be great.
Posted by: Amy at January 25, 2005 07:06 PM
well i got the phone call we all dread but at least he is alive. they said he has a fractured arm. which means he might be sent back out to the field. i have learned that broken arms doesn't mean they come home. im waiting for him to call, usually once they are done with surgery they get to call home. they said he is in the surgery tent right now. he was hit with one of the explosions from yesterday. please pray for Robertson to come home safe and alive. thank you.
Posted by: Amy at January 26, 2005 12:37 PM
Amy,
Thank God he's going to be okay. I know all
of us were thinging about all the wifes and
mothers of the Marines on the helicopter. Pray
for all of their familes.
Posted by: Carolyn at January 28, 2005 04:09 AM
http://www.usmc.mil/marinelink/mcn2000.nsf/0/4FB1EBD325DB50AB85256F9A006D6975?opendocument
Here's another good article 'bout our boys
in Al Qaim!!
Posted by: Carolyn at January 31, 2005 05:16 PM
I AM SO RELIEVED I FOUND THIS SITE.MY SON LEFT TODAY & MY SEARCH BEGAN FOR ANY INFO I COULD FIND TO EASE MY ACHING HEART.HE'S 19 & MY ONLY SON.I NEVER DREAMED HE WOULD SIGN UP.I'M SO PROUD OF HIM,BUT,AS I'VE READ WE ALL WANT OUR MEN HOME SAFE & SOUND SOON.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL.THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR CREATING THIS SITE!
Posted by: shelvey at February 20, 2005 07:54 PM
Can anyone tell me how Al Qaim is? I can't find anything on it, and that's where my husband is going *********. He is with 3/2 at camp lejeune.
Posted by: Beatrice at February 21, 2005 07:02 PM
Shelvey,
A very close friend of mine left ******* for Al Qaim also with 3/2. I have been online for the past 3 days trying to learn everything I can about what is going on, where they are going, and what they need. Of all the websites I have found, this one has the most information about Al Quaim. I would love to talk to you more about our guys. I'm praying constantly for them and have faith that they will be fine.
Also, thanks to everyone with loved ones who have been in Al Qaim. The information you have posted here has helped me greatly and has helped ease my heavy heart a little bit. If you have any more information that would help me I would love to hear it. Thanks Again!
-Terra
Posted by: Terra at February 21, 2005 07:09 PM
My boyfriend who is in 3/2 left for Al Qaim ***** as well.
I went to google.com and typed in Al Qaim and things came up but thats all I know.
Posted by: Chanta at February 21, 2005 07:24 PM
My son Matt left for Iraq on a re-dployment to Iraq as a Marine. He is the only child I have and its very painful!! Proud, is what I have been and will continue to be! I thought it was better than staying worried! I will worry but I know so many of us are supporting and praying! It seems that history isn't repeating itself like with our Veterans from the Vietnam War!? We, (USA) (it seems) have learned to support our freedom fighters whether we "approve" of this war or not! Put that in your pipe and smoke it, Hollywood!! I am so grateful for this web-site! Thank You and God Bless-Jan
Posted by: Jan at February 23, 2005 02:35 AM
My boyfriend is also in 3/2. He left *******. It's been harder than I thought, but I got to talk to him on the computer today. He said they will be at Al Qaim *****. Has anyone else heard from their men in 3/2?
Deb's note - I took out identifying information from this comment - let's keep our Marines safe. :-)
Posted by: Amanda at February 24, 2005 01:22 PM
my son john also left with the 3/2 ***** from camp lejeune . it was so hard letting him go. he and his wife laura are expecting their first child in august. we hope and pray he will be home for that ,,we will all keep praying for their safe return, i have heard that where they will be isnt very bad we just have to have faith.. i know it is very hard on all of us wish i could have sent his dad (lol) that is what i told em (lol) anybody out there that wants to keep in touch send me an email @ gutterguy5@aol.com
Posted by: patricia at February 24, 2005 05:30 PM
I got to speak to my husband early this morning and he is with 3/2 Kilo Co. They are on the way to Al Qaim but it is going to be the 28th or after before they make it there so just be patient and know that they are all safe and morale is high. If you need someone to talk to via email drop me a line.
Posted by: Michaelynn at February 24, 2005 08:14 PM
My son is returning from Al Qaim next week or
the next. He's left me with the impression that
it has quieted down. He said they got rid of
alot of the bad guys there. It's a remote place
but the chow hall opened and the hot showers
were put in place before he left. Not the Hilton
by any stretch but a sturdy, secure place! I
pray for your peace of mind during the next
7 months. Send them lots of packages, that's
real important! They will let you know what they
need. DVD's, junk food, magazines, etc. Go to
google.com and set up an email alert for Al Qaim
and you'll be notified of everything that happens
concerning the place. God bless our boys!!
Posted by: Carolyn at February 26, 2005 06:50 AM
My son is getting ready to go to Al Qaim soon. What support groups or Marine organizations are best to get involved with? What do I need to know as a mom to get prepared for before he leaves or while he's gone? This is his first deployment to Iraq
Posted by: Chris at August 21, 2006 01:33 PM
Hi,
I am on my way to Al Qaim in March of 07 and would like to offer any help that I can when I get over there to anyone that wants it. I am a Marine (15 Years) Please let me know.
Posted by: Mark at February 25, 2007 11:01 PM
Mark, My son will be there also in April of 07. Would appreciate any news no matter how trivial. You will be in our thoughts , Thanks.
Posted by: C R Hammons at March 16, 2007 03:23 PM
my husband is going there in april, as well anyone have things to say. research has been limited on the place. CR Hammons who is your son with?
Posted by: carolina at March 18, 2007 07:14 PM
My boyfriend is currently on a plane right now on his way to al Qaim. He has assured me that everything is safe there and there has not been an attack since November of 2006. He says they have been keeping in close contacts with the troops over there and the Marines are completely in control. He also told me that with as low key as it has been, he thinks he will get to talk with everyone at least once a day through e-mail, and call frequently. I know I have been a wreck these past couple of days, so any reassurance that I can give will hopefully help someone else. And like all the others, if you hear anything, please let us all know! Our hearts are all in Iraq. Semper Fi!
Posted by: Lindsay at April 10, 2007 01:18 PM
My son is on his way to al Qaim. Words fail me in expressing the pride I have for my son and all of our Marines, sailors and soldiers currently serving in harms way. I can only now appreciate what my parents must have felt when my brother and I were in the service.
Posted by: Jeff at April 11, 2007 07:55 PM
hey i randomly came across this website and loved it because my husband is on his first deployment and he is in al qaim. he has been there for 2 months so far with 5 left to go. we are a very young couple im only 18 and im finding out that dealing with this isnt so bad. he calls me every 4 days and says everythin is ok and im glad he is with some of his friends but i cant help but worry for my husband and everyone who is in iraq and my thoughts and prayers go out to everyone and their families!
Posted by: Christianna at June 2, 2007 06:30 PM
Carolina, My son arrived in Al Qaim April 17 2007 with the Task Force 1/4.
Posted by: CR Hammons at June 18, 2007 06:15 PM