Lefty - Mike Rowe Thanks Military Mom for Son's Se
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Posted On: 12/30/2016 11:34:07 AM
Lefty - Mike Rowe Thanks Military Mom for Son's Service
Mike Rowe, host of Discovery Channel's "Dirty Jobs," shared a post on Facebook Thursday thanking a military mom for her son's service.
He shared his response to a letter he received from Diane Dodson, which he included at the top of the post entitled "Off The Wall."
Dodson wrote of her son Justin, a soldier afflicted with ALS. She said her son was brought to tears after opening a piece of mail Rowe had sent him
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'Off The Wall'
"Dear Mike: I sit here in tears, because of you.
Our son Justin - a strong willed, a special forces military man who fought in countries where most of us will never go, loves to watch and read about you. "Totally an admirable man." That’s what he always says about you.
Our son is dying from ALS. Later this afternoon, he had a horrible experience causing him great discomfort both physical and emotional. After a little time to calm down, and with the help of his girlfriend, they opened his mail, and found what you sent. It brought tears to his eyes just knowing you took the time out to acknowledge him.
So, from two parents who are watching their son die a slow and horrible death, brought on by defending our freedom in other countries, we send you our deepest gratitude".
Sincerely
Diane Dodson
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"Hi Diane,
I suspect words like “Merry” and “Happy” are difficult to hear at the moment, so I’ll forego the holiday greetings, and simply say “you’re welcome.”
I was very sad to learn of your son’s illness, and deeply humbled that a man like Justin finds me “admirable.” Please assure him the feeling is mutual.
The truth is, acknowledging Justin’s service is both an honor and a privilege. I know that my freedom and my liberty were bought and paid for by people like your son. I know his freedom is now being removed one day at a time. I know that his liberty is being slowly denied, by an enemy he cannot overcome.
I would like you to know, that your note reminded me of just how tenuous it all is. Our freedom. Our liberty. Our health. It’s all so fragile. And so damn easy to take for granted.
Sooner or later, our bodies will fail us. There are no exceptions. But what Justin did with his body while it was still in his control, has left me forever in his debt, and mindful of what matters most. Because ultimately, there is no greater threat to our freedom, than a lack of gratitude to those who provide it.
Your note is a reminder that acknowledging soldiers like Justin, requires me to count my many blessings, and vow to be a better version of myself. Actually Diane, it's more than a reminder – it's a gift. A gift from you and your son.
A gift for which we, the undersigned, are most grateful".
Mike Rowe, host of Discovery Channel's "Dirty Jobs," shared a post on Facebook Thursday thanking a military mom for her son's service.
He shared his response to a letter he received from Diane Dodson, which he included at the top of the post entitled "Off The Wall."
Dodson wrote of her son Justin, a soldier afflicted with ALS. She said her son was brought to tears after opening a piece of mail Rowe had sent him
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'Off The Wall'
"Dear Mike: I sit here in tears, because of you.
Our son Justin - a strong willed, a special forces military man who fought in countries where most of us will never go, loves to watch and read about you. "Totally an admirable man." That’s what he always says about you.
Our son is dying from ALS. Later this afternoon, he had a horrible experience causing him great discomfort both physical and emotional. After a little time to calm down, and with the help of his girlfriend, they opened his mail, and found what you sent. It brought tears to his eyes just knowing you took the time out to acknowledge him.
So, from two parents who are watching their son die a slow and horrible death, brought on by defending our freedom in other countries, we send you our deepest gratitude".
Sincerely
Diane Dodson
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"Hi Diane,
I suspect words like “Merry” and “Happy” are difficult to hear at the moment, so I’ll forego the holiday greetings, and simply say “you’re welcome.”
I was very sad to learn of your son’s illness, and deeply humbled that a man like Justin finds me “admirable.” Please assure him the feeling is mutual.
The truth is, acknowledging Justin’s service is both an honor and a privilege. I know that my freedom and my liberty were bought and paid for by people like your son. I know his freedom is now being removed one day at a time. I know that his liberty is being slowly denied, by an enemy he cannot overcome.
I would like you to know, that your note reminded me of just how tenuous it all is. Our freedom. Our liberty. Our health. It’s all so fragile. And so damn easy to take for granted.
Sooner or later, our bodies will fail us. There are no exceptions. But what Justin did with his body while it was still in his control, has left me forever in his debt, and mindful of what matters most. Because ultimately, there is no greater threat to our freedom, than a lack of gratitude to those who provide it.
Your note is a reminder that acknowledging soldiers like Justin, requires me to count my many blessings, and vow to be a better version of myself. Actually Diane, it's more than a reminder – it's a gift. A gift from you and your son.
A gift for which we, the undersigned, are most grateful".
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