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Life IS history in the making. Every word we say, everything we do becomes history the moment it is said or done. Life void of memories leaves nothing but emptiness. For those who might consider history boring, think again: It is who we are, what we do and why we are here. We are certainly individuals in our thoughts and deeds but we all germinated from seeds planted long, long ago.

Monday, January 28, 2013

Heart of America

There are love stories and there are love stories and then there are TRUE LOVE stories. Many have been passed down through the ages from generation to generation. Some begin and end in bliss, others begin and end with hardships. Often times it is those encompassing hardships that have the strongest bonds. This is one of those times. . .a TRUE LOVE story withstanding an extreme sacrifice!

 You might immediately question, "Why is Awakenings featuring a love story?" The answer is clear: wounded warrior. This is not just about a warrior but about what happened when that warrior returned home a different man having lost ALL of his limbs. Can you imagine what that would be like...no hands, partial arms, no legs?

 Here is part of the Taylor Morris story and the link to read more plus a heart-rending video.
http://taylormorris.org/home/

Click for His Story and follow His Daily Thankfulness...

Injured Vet Returns To True Love

This story is about character. It is an untold story in many ways, because it is not just about the wounded warrior, the soldier’s sacrifice for the nation, it’s also about the character of those who our soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines come home to.
This young sailor, Taylor Morris, lost all of his limbs to an IED in Afghanistan. This kind of injury is devastating enough for the individual wounded serviceman, or woman, but we often don’t consider what that means to the young girlfriends, or wives, boyfriends, or husbands those wounded warriors come home to so physically changed.
Read MORE...and believe me you need to read the entire story!

A Love Story in 22 Pictures
 

Awakenings is all about America...her land and her people. The posts and articles featured on this site Embrace the Past, Empower the Present, Enrich the Future. Were it not for the personal hardships and sacrifices of the past America would not be defined as we know her today nor would her future be bright. But, the sacrifice has not stopped with the founding of America's freedom. 

Each day somewhere, either in America or on foreign soil, one of our soldiers is defending America...fighting to preserve pride and honor. It takes a vast amount of courage to stand up for America on the battlefields often splattered with blood and bone. Loss of life is the ultimate tragedy and all sacrifices affect family and loved ones for years to come. It is not a one-time event to be quickly forgotten: It is for a lifetime. 
Next time you meet a soldier or a veteran extend a hand in gratitude for the service he or she is giving so YOU can enjoy all the freedoms offered on a daily basis in America.

Support Our Troops & Our Veterans, They Support You! 

 
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8 comments:

  1. Extraordinay Dreams of an Ireland Traveler by MamieJanuary 29, 2013 at 12:31 AM

    If this message isn't loud and clear, you may never hear anything! The courage and love here is astounding.

    Sharla each post seems better than the last if that is possible. Thank you for reminding us all just what some do for allof us and why we should love and appreciate our blessings.

    Thank You so much. God Bless Ameica

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    1. UnknownJanuary 29, 2013 at 1:54 PM

      Rosemary, your comments always touch my heart. The lack of gratitude and appreciation of so many living in America is truly hard to understand...but, of course, it often comes from those who have not character or value. Theirs is truly a shallow world!

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2013 at 2:06 AM

    I do believe this is one of the stories I have on my post. True love really can conquer everything

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    1. UnknownJanuary 29, 2013 at 1:55 PM

      What can I say, Alastair? Great minds do think alike :-) Had I seen it on your blog I would have truly 'stolen' it but only with your permission!

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  3. UnknownJanuary 29, 2013 at 8:11 PM

    Sharla, thank you so much for your comment on my blog and yes I would love the feature! You have a wonderful blog here!

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    1. UnknownJanuary 29, 2013 at 9:26 PM

      Thank you for visiting and the compliment. I will let you know when the post is live.

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  4. LynJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    A love story indeed! Praise God we have men (and women) who are willing to sacrifice everything for freedom. Just last week here in Australia, the Soldiers' Memorial was desecrated for the third time in 3-4 months. The soldier's bayonet was bent over, and an orange safety traffic cone was placed on his head. Previously it had been urinated on and had been subject to graffiti. This time they caught the person responsible - a young man (and I use the word "man" very loosely) visiting Australia from France. If he didn't have his visa immediately revoked he should have been and his file marked 'never to be granted visa again'.

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    1. UnknownJanuary 31, 2013 at 9:56 AM

      Lyn, that is terrible! It is just beyond my understanding why people do such things! Is it just pure meanness or as simple as for attention? Either way of even something totally different does not justify such desecration!!!

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