Flashbacks of war: remembering red sand #AirForce

Flashbacks of war: remembering red sand

airforcelive.dodlive.mil 08 Aug '12, 7pm

Flashbacks of war: remembering red sand #AirForce

Share By Master Sgt. Kevin Wallace 100th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs Like many, I was prepared to lay down my life for my country each time I shipped off to war. There were a few times when I genuinely believed the cost would be my life, but, sadly it’s turned out to be much more. The sacrifices paid in combat can’t be quantified in dollars or time, but are counted in tears shed by those who love and support us while we’re downrange or healing back at home. I’m an Air Force Wounded Warrior, a purple heart recipient, and not ashamed to admit it. On the outside I look just like any other Airman and relish in that. However, something nearly always feels different. I’m typically withdrawn and emotionally numb. I’ve adapted and am learning to live like that. A respected colleague of mine and someone I consider a friend advised me to try to put my feelings down into words ...

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