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Wednesday, January 30, 2013

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There has been a terrible tragedy in a friend's life. Her brother in law, an ex-soldier, took his life a couple of days ago and I have been looking after her little boy. A 2 1/2 year old staying over doesn't leave me much time for sewing, so I don't have any of my own stitching to share.
No matter whether you accept or not the reasons for our troops to serve in overseas conflict, I think no one can deny soldiers see things which no human being should witness. I recently listened to a podcast of Major General John Cantwell talking to Richard Fidler.  I found it extremely moving and thought provoking and would highly recommend it to anyone who wants a deeper understanding of PTS disorder suffered by our troops.  You can hear it HERE.

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18 comments:

  1. AnnetteJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:03 PM

    So sad to hear of these tragedies, very hard for the families. Melody, you have not been well lately...so please take good care of yourself as 2 1/2year olds are full of so much energy and fun.

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:15 PM

    oh this is so sad Mel and how wonderful of you to help out in such a stressful and sad time,hope he has found peace,god bless him and his family.xx

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  3. lousnewsandcraftycreationsJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:23 PM

    So sad Melody.My heart goes out to the family of this very brave man.They have my deepest respect.
    Take care Mel.hugs Laura xx

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  4. JeanetteJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:24 PM

    So sorry to hear of your friends tragedy. Do take care of yourself. Hugs,xx.

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  5. SusanJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:43 PM

    Such sad news. Take care of yourself and your friend. X

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  6. debbieJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:52 PM

    That is very sad news. There is way too much sadness around lately. We must look after each other. debbie

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  7. WendyJanuary 30, 2013 at 11:16 PM

    oh how sad. I sometimes think the troops are unfairly looked upon by members of the public for their involvement in unpopular conflict. I blame the governments for that. The soldiers are just doing their job, and what a brave job it is.

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  8. JustjenJanuary 30, 2013 at 11:39 PM

    Such a tragedy, our thoughts go out to his young family xx

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  9. NoelaJanuary 30, 2013 at 11:45 PM

    Very sad news for your friends family. It's lovely that you can support your friend by looking after her little one. Take care. Hugs.....

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  10. WoolenSailsJanuary 31, 2013 at 5:43 AM

    That is truly sad and sad that no one could help him.
    My BIL is on disability but he has been lucky with good care and facilities that he can stay in and be watched when he goes into his bad times.

    Debbie

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  11. marinaJanuary 31, 2013 at 6:28 AM

    how devastating for your friend. The soldiers seem to risk more than their lives fighting in these wars.
    Hope you are enjoying 'junior' company.

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  12. Sam I Am......January 31, 2013 at 8:14 AM

    I am so sorry for your friend and their family and for all soldiers everywhere as war is a horrible thing to endure for anyone. I can remember as a child asking my Dad who had been in WW2, if he had ever killed anyone and he got this terrible look in his eyes and told me to never ever ask that question of anyone who had been in a war....so of course he had and I was just a child and had no idea what it really meant. But the tears are falling right now because I am older and hopefully wiser and realize the suffering that goes on in our world. I can't bear to watch violence on t.v. and that is fiction. I can't imagine how seeing it up close and real would do to a person's psyche. My prayers go out to all of them.

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  13. Sue NivenJanuary 31, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    this is very very tragic, well done for being there, We must support our troops. They see and do things that are so not in the realm of normality, There is a bad side to humanity.

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  14. Farm Gate Creations Incorporating Hummingbird QuiltingJanuary 31, 2013 at 3:33 PM

    So very tragic,unfortunately at times like these there are no words that can console. Thank goodness they have a dear friend like you. My heart goes out to all involved.

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  15. LizJanuary 31, 2013 at 3:45 PM

    None of us really understand the horrors of war and we should all be very thankful and supportive to those who do go.I feel sad for you and your family at this time.

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  16. FionaFebruary 1, 2013 at 10:43 AM

    very sad Melody....
    Hugz

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  17. RGFebruary 2, 2013 at 6:48 PM

    Mel, I'm so happy that you could help in friend in such desperate need.
    Our troops (and those who have gone before) bring tears to my eyes, when I think of the sacrifices they make... them and their families.
    Forever grateful xx

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  18. Gina E.February 5, 2013 at 7:59 PM

    Oh Mel....ditto to all the above comments, they have expressed everything I want to say..
    It is why I got involved in making quilt tops for Aussie Heroes, where the quilts are sent to our service men and women overseas. Jan posts messages on her blog from the soldiers, and they are so grateful that women all over Australia are making quilts for them.

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