Peace out Volnation...for now

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USAF_Vol

USAF_Vol

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I really thought about whether I would post a thread about me leaving. There are other servicemembers on this board that do not make a big deal out of leaving and I do not want to seem like an attention whore.

But I have alot of friends on here that I speak with that post regularly and I do not want to leave anyone out of the loop. (So I left a thread instead of PM's)

So having said that....I am leaving (Very soon) to Tikrit, Iraq. I will be going to an Army Base (Irony at it's best huh??) for 6+ months.

For an inside perspective.....it has been very rough on my children ages 6, 3 and 2. Not so much the younger ones but they are beginning to catch on. It is really tough on me as well as you can imagine.

First off:
Thank you Vols!!!! I sat down today at 1230 and said "Maybe my Vols will give me a game to be proud of as it will be my last one I see this season" I love you guys for it.

And:
Let's go BasketVols....hopefully I will be able to see you guys play this year. Go deep and make our men's basketball program proud.

And...:
Go Lady Vols Basketball and bring us an 8th NC! I love to sit down with my daughters and watch a LV game and let their eyes light up with amazement!

In closing, I will leave you with this from the Bible, Isaiah 6:8:

And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? And I said, Here am I; send me.
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In short, stop feeling sorry for yourself and dwelling on what is wrong in the world and get on board with what God is doing to make things right.

I'll keep in touch as best as I can. Don't let my Beer thread go, I will miss it. Until next time Volnation:salute:

(And Mods, please delete after a week or so, I will log on and say hello when I can.

And as always.....GO VOLS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
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I thank you USAF for serving this country and for having the courage to help fight to keep us free. You will always have my respect and prayers.
:hi: Once again thank you!
 
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Godspeed USAF. My deepest gratitude to you for what you do to protect my family and way of life.

Check in when you can.
 
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God Bless you USAF. Thoughts and prayers will be with you and our other servicemen and women. You can not be thanked enough for what you do.
 
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Thank you for you service first off sir. I wish you luck over there and give your kids one more hug before you leave, im sure they know they have one hell of a father. Thank you once again, be safe and God bless you.
 
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Words cannot say enough to how I feel for all the service men/women. Thank you for all you do. Stay safe and check in when you can. You'll be missed my friend. May god be with you and your family as he sets you out on your journey. Keep in touch and stay safe.


:salute:
 
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I'd like to add that I hope you let all the other servicemen know about it when we win the SECCG :rock: :) Let em know USAF
 
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Take care man, check in when you can and let us know what you're up to.
 
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Godspeed, USAF. Words are inadequate when trying to describe the debt we all owe you and your collegues.
 
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take care of yourself buddy!!

best wishes and many thanks to you and your peers and the sacrifices you make for us.
 
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USAF, while your there, see if anyone over there can play on the offensive line, special teams, or defense!


Nah, but seriously, make it home safe, enjoy yourself the best you can. Thank you for representing the USA, Vol Nation, and most of all, the Tennessee Volunteers!

Godspeed my friend!
 
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Take Care. It takes a special person to do what you do. May God bless you and the rest of the men and women who put their lives on the line for the rest of us. You are truly heros. Keep in touch!
 
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God bless you and the family. My cousin was there for a year, sent emails periodically. Heads up and watch your back.Thank you!!
 
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Thank you USAF. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers until you return. Take care of yourself.
 
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Good Luck, and Godspeed

This is going to sound funny, but pack warm clothes


I tried to cut down on weight of what I was packing and didn't take a cold weather parka, and a few other items, and regretted when Feb rolled around.

Thanks for your service
 
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Awww, please check in when you can. You will be missed!!! Be safe and thank you for what you do. Talk to you soon!!!:peace2:

(and go Bobby#43 right??!!):dance2:
 
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