Dear Pearce,

Thank you for your service and for enduring what many people cannot imagine.  I’m very sorry for the loss of your friend and I hope that writing about him brings you some peace and honor to your friend and your friendship.  I hope that you continue to find ways to grieve and that somehow you find some meaning in your own life despite his death.  I think it is very brave of you to talk about your PTSD moments.  Maybe others who have similar experiences will find comfort to know that they are not alone in their struggle to redefine their lives once they leave the place where they served.

May you continue to find and use your sanctuary to remind yourself how precious life really is.  Never take one day or one moment for granted.  And always Appreciate all the blessings in your life, no matter how big or small.

Take Care of yourself.

Dawn