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‎31 lost, 31 unwanted visits, 31 doors receive that dreaded knock, 31 families with shattered hearts, 31 pairs of boots lined up with rifles and dog tags and helmets, 31 comrades remembered and grieved for, 31 funeral services, 31 names on newly made grave markers, 31 empty places at the table, 31… souls who gave all, whose lives leave a void, pause to reflect on such a sacrifice as 31 gone forever! I'm sure we have all heard about the 31 US troops (http://www.airforcetimes.com/news/2011/08/ap-seals-killed-in-crash-were-on-rescue-mission-080711/) I just feel so sad for the loved ones left behind. I couldn't imagine getting that knock at my door to tell me my hero made the ultimate sacrafice and won't be coming home to us. But in the back of my mind I do know and understand as a military wife that is a realization for me. My heart is very heavy for the spouses and their children. I pray for comfort for this at this time and I know only time will make them feel ok I don't want to say better I don't if you ever feel better.