Son going to Afgahastan

[xstitcher]

[jackthehat]

This might be a better place than H&G:

When and where is he going ?
In what capacity ?
Are other family members serving/ex-serving members of Armed Forces ?

[Mamyalynne]

I have no experience at all in this , but can only say be proud of their commitment and I along with you hope they are home safe and sound soon. Plus as parents (or relatives) be proud at how they have turned out.

Mamya ♥

[jackthehat]

My son has been out there and came back safe and sound.

That's why I've asked xstitcher the questions I have.............

[jackthehat]

At KAF and then at Bastion.

[jackthehat]

What is her job, bez, if I may ask ?

[Mamyalynne]

My heart bursts with pride at what these young people give for us, I do not get involved in political debates, but as the daughter of a regular soldier (like many here no doubt) I salute them all.

M

[lindapinda]

My nephew served out there for six months too,with the RAF,you never stop worrying. Your dad will be working overtime Bez;-)

[slinkycat]

My son's mate did a tour of duty there last year, worried constantly about him, he came back safe and sound, but saw things you hate to think of a 20 year old seeing. Then again thats what they sign up for, and I was so proud to watch his regiment on their homecoming march.

[Mamyalynne]

:ibez: Grandad would indeed be proud, as are we all x

[jackthehat]

Looks like xstitcher has left us.?

All of these youngsters go off with such high-hopes of being able to do the job for which they have prepared and trained.........my son was far more concerned about what state I was in than anything he would have to face 'out there' :o)