I was never as proud of my son as when I attended my sons Marine Corps boot camp graduation in California on May 25th , 2001. My world came crashing down on 9-11. I knew that my son was going to war. I am ashamed to say that I never looked at war or what the soldiers were doing for us in the same way before my own son was involved. My wife and I dealt with it in two totally different ways. My wife read no news papers and watched no news on TV. She did not want to talk about what was going on. On the other hand, I religiously watched the news and checked frequently on the internet for any Marines that had been hurt or killed in combat. I cannot tell you why. The not being able to talk to my wife about our son was killing me inside. I tried to talk to friends at work but it was not the same. When I was by myself I frequently cried because I could do nothing to protect my own child. I wished a thousand times that I could switch places with him. You cannot put into words what it is like to have a child go away to war. I can think of no words to explain the stress that you try to hide. My son is home now. On March 1st he will no longer be in the Marine Corps. Not a day goes by that I do not ask god why he allowed me to have my son back and yet so many other parents have given up the ultimate sacrifice. I still cannot talk about it without my voice cracking. I have only seen my son for a few days these past 9 years. Part of the way that I am trying to look to the future was taken care of today by the Brazoria County Cavalry. To see the respect that my son was given by these men and women was soul lifting. Part of me was able to release some of my feelings to these folks. I cannot thank them enough for that. Tracy asked me to come to the one year anniversary but I don’t think that I am ready for that. I don’t know how the parents of those soldiers who have given their lives are able to cope with it. My next step is to send this letter to my friends and have that long awaited talk with my wife. I cannot thank the Cavalry enough for what you have done for my son and my family.
God bless.
Mike E Weatherly
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Scott and I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who participated and worked so hard to make Clayton’s welcome home party so incredible. Having the Brazoria County Cavalry participate in this very special night will never be forgotten and was truly appreciated. Your group represents some of Brazoria county’s very finest and loyal Americans it was a true honor to have them join us in welcoming Captain Clayton Hinchman our (brother, brother-in-law, son, uncle, grandson, and friend) back home. HOOAH,
Captain Hinchman
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We would like to thank you for escorting several of our soldiers home. Kerry LeCompte, Richard LeCompte, Kenny and Katherine LeCompte and now Joey Jordan and also including Josh and Justin Jordan not knowing they had served. Thanks so much for all of the acknowledgements. I wish you had been around when our son came home Edward Byrd but in our hearts we are all proud of them all and thank the Lord above for bringing them all Home safely to those who love them. Thanks for all of your time and thoughts for the soldiers who have do and will continue to protect our country so we can live life like we do.
Thanks again, Pat and Howard Jordan
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You folks in the Brazoria County Cavalry are truly amazing. Trying to find words to thank ya’ll is difficult…”WOW!” is one of those words. Nik had such a great time and we called his dad and Sgt. Robert Stevenson is looking forward to meeting you people who made Niks’ X-MAS so special. My brother has never once complained about his duty & service and I have to tell ya’ll it was refreshing to see up close & first hand people who truly respect our troops & show real support! We for sure want the Brazoria County Cavalry here when Nik & and his dad are finally back together and meet with Rob so you can see what great things you truly do. Our family’s thanks and gratitude will always be with every one of you-we want to help you keep doing the incredible things you do. Whenever you need our help we’ll be glad to pitch in-anytime, every time. I know for sure all of ya’ll make a 9 year boys Christmas one that will always be with him-and with Dana, Summer, and myself too. Our family just got a whole lot bigger with all of you! Much love, much thanks and God be with you always.
The Virnig/Stevenson family
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I AM TEX VIRNIG’S MOTHER AND NIKOLAS STEVENSON GRANDMOTHER I WANT TO THANK YOU FOR WHAT YOU ALL DID FOR MY GRANDSON TO DAY AND ALSO FOR A LAST LETTING MY SON CARL (TEX) KNOW HE IS A HERO AT THE JOB HE DOES ,I HAVE TOLD HIM IS A HERO TO ME FOR A LONG TIME, BUT I AM JUST MOM. IT IS A JOY TO HAVE TWO HERO IN A FAMILY AS I DO, CARL MY OLDEST SON A FIREFIGHTER, AND ROBERT MY YOUNGEST IN THE SERVICE OF OUR COUNTRY, I HAVE ROBERT LITTLE GIRL MEAGHAN, MY HUSBAND HAS HAD 4 BAD STROKES, AND I COULD NOT CARE FOR BOTH CHILDREN, SO CARL STEP UP AND TOOK NIKOLLAS, CARL IS A GREAT KID, WELL MAN, SO AGAIN THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH, FOR WHAT YOU ALL DID TODAY, I LIVE IN ARK. COULD I STILL BE COME A MEMBER OF YOU GROUP?
AGAIN THANK YOU,
DIANE AVGERINOS
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