A Special Merry Christmas to Brett In Afghanistan

Dear Brett,

Merry Christmas!!  It was so good to talk to you just a bit ago.   It's funny that it's already Christmas there but still early in the evening of Christmas Eve here.  Dad & I were just about ready to sit down to dinner when you called.  But it was far better receiving your call than eating :o)  I had a hard time eating for the huge lump in my throat and for the tears!!  Dad & I miss you sooooo much.  I know we always tell you that but it's so true.  It's great that you've got almost five months of your time done!  I'm sure time goes so slow for you being away from your family.  But when you're busy hopefully time passes a little faster for you.  Thank you for the many, many sacrifices you're making to serve our country.  Nobody knows what it's like except for those who go through it!!  You've been on my mind a lot lately and will continue to be until you're back in the USA.  We're praying that God will keep His hand on you and protect you and give you good health and strength.  Keep your chin up, buddy!!  We love you so much and miss you.

Merry Christmas!!

Mom & Dad