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...what it feels like when something big hits close to home. Got a buddy of mine headed to Iraq. I've known several guys who have gone and come back. A couple of guys from work went twice. Another guy that I hired had just got back 2 months prior. All Marines. My buddy isn't.

I hope everything goes well for him. We'll be praying for his safe return and for the well-being of his family while he's gone. Most people don't see why he would ever go over there. They don't understand that it's just where his path in this life is taking him.

Good luck, safe travels, and come back in one piece!

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