Thread for A Farewell.... Index | New Thread | Reply | Close | Stick | Delete  A Farewell.... Jace Aiyakaiya 6:01am, October 14, 2002 [Edit] [Delete] Alright... Im sending this because part of me says I have to... Tomorow Im going to an Army Base in California, Fort Hunter Ligget, Im schedualed to be there for three weeks, my return date on November 7th. Im sure everyone has been seeing whats going on in the world right now. Everyone on my side of the TV is split, half of us say we're going to war real soon, the other half is saying its going to be later if at all. As far as a Company stance goes, our C.O. thinks that theres a possibility we wont be comming back from the Army base, that we might just ship to Iraq straight from there. If this happens, I might not be talking to you all for a very long time... if ever again (if the un-thinkable happens) So basically, this is my "Just in case I never see you again" letter. Now heck, theres a chance that I might be comming back on the 7th, and be posting here all normal like by the 8th, but what if I dont... what if I cant. Personally, I see the reasons from my standpoint why America would enter the Theater of War with Iraq, they are building up extremly powerful weapons of mass destruction and are on the brink of gaining nuclear capability. So if the U.N. or noone else does anything about Iraq, America is going to have to. The Predictions, again from my side of the fence, is saying that if we go to war it'll be a messy war. Not as bad as Vietnam, but we can expect a high casualty rate, which unfortunatly, makes me have to come face to face with my own mortality. Ill be the first to admit, even with all the training, even with all the confidence I try to muster, Im scared of going to War, Id have to be stupid not to. In the back of my mind, the only things I can think of at a constant basis is "What if I never see my family again, What if I dont live to see my 21st Birthday" God knows that every ounce of my being wants to be able to be in the states to go home for Christmas, but who knows if that will be reality... Though Ive never actually met any of you, I feel like Ive known you all for years. Ive had many relationships, both good and bad during that time. Friendships and Rivalries, and the only thing I regret, is the rumor-mill that patronizes me at every possible moment. For those who truly know me, know that Im not the super-egotistical cocky maniacal asshole that some of you tried to make the others belive I am. Those people are my true friends, and Ill thank them to my dying breath for all theyve done for me But either way, Ill remember each and every one of you fondly, no matter who Ive fought with, no matter what has happned in the past, Id hate to leave with bad memories of anyone. So alas, here I come to my conclusion, And Im sure this has gotten to long for anyone here to read the entire speech, but I dont mind, I wouldnt feel right just disapearing forever from the Cantina, this place -has- been my home on more than one occasion, and each and everyone one of you will be missed. So Pray for the Saftey of America, and Pray for the minds of our superiors, especially President Bush. War is no joke folks, please, pray for all of the military forces that may (more than likely, will) eventually have to go overseas in a war against Iraq They're telling us Marines that America is striking like an Iron Fist, We will not give up, and we will not stop until Iraq knows that they will NEVER mess with America again, our mission is to destroy everything and everyone that stands in our way, but to make sure we only go after those who are willingly fighting for Saddam. As far as numbers go, we've been told there are an estimated 22 million people in Iraq, only 45 thousand of those will be hostile Those are the men, and possibly women and children, that America will have to remove one way or another. (Sorry Jek) No one truly wants a War, at least the sane people dont. Theres to much Death and Mess that comes with such a thing. but well... it isnt our Choice either. So like I said, please keep America, and if you have the time... Me, in your prayers. I hope to bring all of your thoughts with me wherever I go, and hopfully a camera (photo oportunities!) But hey, if Im lucky, Ill see you all in three weeks... If not, well I pray that Ill get the chance to talk to you all again period. There is no elegant way I can say farewell from a letter like this, but Ill try my best. I will keep you all close to my heart, and I pray that God will bless each and everyone one of you. Sincerely, LCpl Jace M Murray USMC  Seeing as this is a final letter. JekNado 6:08am, October 14, 2002 [Edit] [Delete] I'll keep my views to myself.   Det 6:31pm, October 14, 2002 [Edit] [Delete] Well good luck, keep your head down you should be fine. I have a couple thoughts on this, like it shouldnt be happening because we shoulda finished off the bastard the first time. Maybe we should have had a couple "Malfunctions" with a few of our planes when were were bombing afghanistan and hit iraq instead. I also think what we need to do is tell the environmentalists to shut up and drill for our own oil. Ill bet if we tried, we could become self dependant on oil and then we can forget about the middle east, not that will happen because we just have to buy oil from them for some stupid reason, and then theres Isriel, as long as thats being threated by the other countries we will be involved. Anyways if we do go to war, kick some butt, Dont do anything stupid, dont do anything overly heroic, thats what gets ya killed. The force will be with you, Always. Side Note: If your gonna go to war with someone finish it the first time so we dont have to go back and do it all over again.  Likewise, Jek. FALCON X-0N 7:20pm, October 14, 2002 [Edit] [Delete] All I'm going to say, is Live Long, and Prosper.  I'll Drink to that, Jek. Buzz 8:17pm, October 14, 2002 [Edit] [Delete] All I have to say is- Peace out man, See ya later.   Mayv 2:23am, October 15, 2002 [Edit] [Delete] I'll be thinking of you, Jace. You and yours will constantly be in my thoughts and prayers. I'll see you when you come back home to all of us. Untill then...Godspeed...  Kill the camel jockies, and kill 'em good Eric 1:44pm, October 15, 2002 [Edit] [Delete] Alright bro, keep your head down, and your ego hidden, and you should get outta this scrap alive. In all seriousness, we'll be seeing you sooner than ya think. Trust me.  Bag One for the A-hole Impersonating Anton 5:54pm, October 17, 2002 [Edit] [Delete] Jace, I've known you from the cantina for as long as i can remember, so heart to heart here, take care,and don't worry i hear the Iraqi's are horrible shots Anton  See ya by new years Jon 3:30pm, October 18, 2002 [Edit] [Delete] can anyone say 41 hour ground war? I'll see ya by spring buddy. Keep Safe   Mike 9:15pm, October 18, 2002 [Edit] [Delete] Start a flame war over nothing and you will pay. Don't blow your top over a joke. Also keep the thread on topic.   Anonymous 4:37am, October 19, 2002 [Edit] [Delete] Post moved Here. The reasons for such shall soon be obvious. Edited 10:41am, October 19 by Sir Mike Of Decoyness, moderative. Index | New Thread | Reply | Close | Stick | Delete