Back in the States
Well, I'm sitting here in the Philadelphia airport, after a long nights of flights from Kuwait to the US via Germany. It's hard to believe I'm here.
We were welcomed at Fort Dix, New Jersey by a group of USO volunteers and Vietnam Vets. As one man spoke, it occurred to me for the first time that I'm a veteran now.
It's not like I didn't know it before, but as he spoke, I realized I was part of that group. It is an odd feeling.
Most of all I just feel incredibly blessed to be back here. I am enjoying seeing Americans walking around, as well as all the green outdoors, as we drove from Fort Dix to the Philadelphia Airport. I also saw Lincoln Financial Field, where the Eagles play, and it reminded me that football season is just around the corner. It's really good to be back in the States.
We were welcomed at Fort Dix, New Jersey by a group of USO volunteers and Vietnam Vets. As one man spoke, it occurred to me for the first time that I'm a veteran now.
It's not like I didn't know it before, but as he spoke, I realized I was part of that group. It is an odd feeling.
Most of all I just feel incredibly blessed to be back here. I am enjoying seeing Americans walking around, as well as all the green outdoors, as we drove from Fort Dix to the Philadelphia Airport. I also saw Lincoln Financial Field, where the Eagles play, and it reminded me that football season is just around the corner. It's really good to be back in the States.
posted by Christian | 1:19 AM
10 Comments:
Praise God you are back and SAFE!!
Another prayer answered ...Welcome Home Chris!
Love,
Diane
I am soooo happy you are home!!! (or close to home!!). I cant wait to see you!!!
Love you,
Mom
Welcome home, Comrade.
Paul
Welcome back Padre. Thanks for going and serving. Thanks especially for posting and maintaining your blog; I really enjoyed reading it.
Welcome home Chris!! So good to know that you're state-side & safe.
It'll be so good to see you!
God Bless!
The Bittners
Wow! Great to hear you are back on US soil. So proud of your service, and look forward to seeing you in person.
Welcome home. I have appreciated your blog so much as I prepare to become a chaplain. I pray that God richly blesses you as you transition back into the pastorate.
Welcome back! It'll be even better to have you back in Iowa.
Chris, I'm glad to hear that you've arrived back home safely. Enjoy the time getting back to normal with your family. I hope the transition is smooth. May God keep you in the palm of his hand, and may he bless you abundantly for the hard work you did here tending his flock.
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