January 5, 2005

January 5, 2005

Many of you have asked what you can do for the families of the wounded in C Company. Some of you have given monetary donations.
Since this is happening and people are willing to help in this way, we have opened an account at
Bank Plus
105 N Menard
Metamora, IL 61548
Please make checks out to C Company Family Support Fund and send contributions directly to the bank. The families have many expenses involved with travel and on going living expenses at home. The families are trying to decide on who should come home and when. They have to think about home and jobs and responsibilities. They are torn between responsibility to their sons and responsibilities at home. They are all exhausted mentally and emotionally. It would take some worry off of them to be able to help with some of their financial responsibilities. If other people ask what they can do, please pass on this information.

Rod, Adam's girlfriend, Amy and I had the opportunity to attend an informational meeting on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder last night. It was informative. All of the military moms there decided that we all have post traumatic stress also. Joking aside, it is a reality for our sons and for our families. We are thankful for the information and covet your prayers for our military as they come home and readjust to family and society.

We are so thankful for all your prayers and support. Both my nephews families have expressed their thanks for your support and request your continued prayers.

Please pray right now:
1. For healing both mentally and physically for the wounded.
2. For protection of the minds of each soldier and Marine in harm's way - that God would truly erase harmful memories from their minds. We truly have a great God!
3. For the families of the wounded - for wisdom about decisions to be made and assurance and peace once those decisions are made.
4. For the upcoming elections in Iraq

Thank you all for your prayers.

In Christ's love and protection,
Jill