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slightlv

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12. You can't image the way I felt after I first read it may not go on, a few days ago.

Reply to BadgerMom (Reply #6)

Fri Jun 19, 2026, 05:29 PM

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It was like my service to this country meant absolutely nothing. While other girls in my class were planning weddings, or maybe even going to college... I was the only person... male or female.. to enlist out of our entire graduating class. My dad was so proud of me. I was looking forward to the service and adventure that awaited me. And now, THIS. It's a gut punch.

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