I served
I was that which others cared not to be. I went where others didn’t go and did what others wouldn’t do. And reluctantly, accepted perpetual loneliness because I was far from those I loved. I have seen the face of terror, overcome debilitating fear, and forged an iron bond with those who stood by my side. My memories are full of times others would say are best forgotten. And when, in my later days, when I am asked “what did you do?” I will be able to say…
I served
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Karl Risinger
Joint Task Force Base
U.S. Army, Fort Bliss, 2004