tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post3238059717002838016..comments2023-12-23T02:10:42.321+04:30Comments on Front line bloggers - Afghanistan: Colour Sergeant Mike Saunders, 2 MERCIAN, blogs from Helmand - Part 18Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-6668505230018914592009-11-19T19:13:09.459+04:302009-11-19T19:13:09.459+04:30I have much respect to you guys. Im currently in ...I have much respect to you guys. Im currently in the process of creating a website dedicated to the troops of the British Army www.britiansheros.co.uk.Britainsheroes.co.ukhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00781536373128708892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-42580775051692245322009-09-19T07:17:00.577+04:302009-09-19T07:17:00.577+04:30See my tribute on youtube:
www.youtube.com/watch?v...See my tribute on youtube:<br />www.youtube.com/watch?v=27jia7hJCdc<br /><br />A very well written blog - God Bless you all<br /><br />Mick HMickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13272552627062418167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-80446312340218962222009-09-06T00:07:52.756+04:302009-09-06T00:07:52.756+04:30Am new to all of this as my husband as recently be...Am new to all of this as my husband as recently become a soldier - at present still in the UK. I have such mch admiration & love for all of you boys out there, doing your job without question as you've been trained to do. Ignoring the political havoc created by the media & continuing with dignity. I truly hope that you're all home soon and in one piece. You're in my prayers xxxx.Alyson Toppingnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-15497459612187164722009-09-04T17:16:49.457+04:302009-09-04T17:16:49.457+04:30my condolences on yet again the death of another b...my condolences on yet again the death of another brave soldier from 2 mercian R.I.P and may god bless you allAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-19251500955098354472009-09-04T01:25:27.122+04:302009-09-04T01:25:27.122+04:30My brother who is 21 has just started his army tra...My brother who is 21 has just started his army training, and with the tragic losses of our soldiers becoming ever frivalent, the reality of what our troops are going through is really hitting home.you are all amazing and brave men and we as a country, as well as afghanistan depend on you.keep up the amazing work. and what a beautiful poem xAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-39244985442235516532009-08-31T02:20:20.866+04:302009-08-31T02:20:20.866+04:30I made a painting today for all soldiers on the fr...I made a painting today for all soldiers on the frontline and for those who have fallen. I would like to know how I can get the painting and the accompanying words to the troops. With your agreement, I would also like to use the Duty One to accompany the painting.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-60725796352510615632009-08-30T16:33:09.802+04:302009-08-30T16:33:09.802+04:30my son is in afghanistan with 2 mercian and i am j...my son is in afghanistan with 2 mercian and i am just as proud of you lot as i am him good luck lads stay safe and we'll see you when you come home. wont be long now god bless (STAND FIRM STRIKE HARD)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-2371660375176073572009-08-25T14:09:55.653+04:302009-08-25T14:09:55.653+04:30this is my very first post also,i have a son who i...this is my very first post also,i have a son who is due to go over to afganistan next year,and to all you brave soldiers out there at this moment in time id just like to say keep safe.take care.and return home safely.you are all doing a brilliant job out there and you have lots of surporters.<br />my deepest thoughts are with the families,and friends of the ones who lives have been taken away,they was heroes,all out there are heroes.take care lads and lasses.and the peom that was written bought tears to my eyes it was beauitul.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-14450844575203015202009-08-24T23:11:54.971+04:302009-08-24T23:11:54.971+04:30The poem states it all..but that still does not al...The poem states it all..but that still does not alleviate the fact that we/like other Nato countries are losing brave troops and whilst you have no choice but to be there...I question/like many/ is that country worth one lost soul.. as the mother of two serving soldiers ..I don't want them hurt or dead. I know how I felt when son was in Iraq but this is not a war as such..you cannot always see your enemy..and are they there anyway..or here in our country. I pray for the time when I can put on the TV and not hear of another death. I am VERY PROUD of you ALL and want you all home safe/well with loved ones.GOD BLESS YOU ALL. M.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-91929964593445325212009-08-23T16:55:36.220+04:302009-08-23T16:55:36.220+04:30This is the first blog I have read.
My son went ou...This is the first blog I have read.<br />My son went out to Afghanistan with the Duke of Lancaster's Regiment two weeks ago now. This is his first tour and I miss him terribly and pray for his and all the other serving sodiers safe return home. He is constantly in my thoughts and I am very proud of him and the work he does.<br />Look after each other, Michelle xxxMichellenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-59278925684437992632009-08-23T08:04:56.089+04:302009-08-23T08:04:56.089+04:30Dear Sergeant Saunders:
I read your blog weekly a...Dear Sergeant Saunders:<br /><br />I read your blog weekly and follow MediaOps on twitter to keep up with what ya'll are doing.<br /><br />My heart just breaks over the sacrifice that so many are making - know that we in the USA appreciate the UK's partnership in this endeavor and pray for your safe return to your families.<br /><br />Thank you for your service.Missyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12415385881946340420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-51983807640275631822009-08-19T10:57:03.703+04:302009-08-19T10:57:03.703+04:30Mike,you maybe able to help me I meet a young Fiji...Mike,you maybe able to help me I meet a young Fijian lad recently trianing in Brecon whilst watching the lions play south Africa who was based in belfast and now deployed.I had organised for him and a couple of the other lads to come round and watch the All Blacks game but this didn't end up happening, I would love to be able to send him and his mates a care package but I don't have any detials all I know his name was Mat based in belfast and was due back out in service on his 3rd or 4th deployement a few weeks back. If you happen to know him or have a contact it would be appreciated, my contact is jeff.booth@structuralsystemsuk.com.<br />I will continue to read your blogs take care of yourselves many of us think of you guys all the time and can only admire from far at your commitment and bravery.<br />Jeff BoothAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-86247059545640694632009-08-18T20:05:47.632+04:302009-08-18T20:05:47.632+04:30Our love and thoughts are with all the troops and ...Our love and thoughts are with all the troops and all their families. We support you all the way and are very proud to have the best soliders in the world. You are doing an amazing job. <br />The poem is brilliant Michael. A really touching account. <br />The family send you their love and best wishes. Lizzie xxxxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-40580058196663170572009-08-18T19:45:45.648+04:302009-08-18T19:45:45.648+04:30Our love and thoughts are with all the troops, we ...Our love and thoughts are with all the troops, we are very proud of you all. <br />The poem is brilliant Michael, beautifully written. <br />The family are behind you all the way, you are doing a great job xAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-7731625208190624242009-08-18T11:34:24.636+04:302009-08-18T11:34:24.636+04:30I would like to help with any care packages etc..
...I would like to help with any care packages etc..<br />robertthepainter@yahoo.com<br />Santa Barbara loves you guyzAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-31706134865556649542009-08-17T23:46:14.591+04:302009-08-17T23:46:14.591+04:30keep up the good work lads may god be with youkeep up the good work lads may god be with youAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-81024394986254552572009-08-17T19:10:47.664+04:302009-08-17T19:10:47.664+04:30I too am a mum of a soldier out there, and my hear...I too am a mum of a soldier out there, and my heart breaks also, each time we lose one of our boys. Every mother is so proud of her son,though It is a constant worry to all of us, keep strong girls,and stay safe boys, we all love all of you. What a wonderful poem it brought a lump to my throat.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-72037774150744020192009-08-17T03:11:03.872+04:302009-08-17T03:11:03.872+04:30I read your blogs every week, my son is out there ...I read your blogs every week, my son is out there two, I find this the hardest thing he has done in 24 years of service, and many postings. Your poem if wonderful, it says everything. It is wonderful that they care so much for each other, but heartbreaking and so hard for them to have to carry on with no time for grieving. We are so proud of you all, keep strong, keep safe your the best soldiers in the world.Another soldiers Mumnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-22539288288117912832009-08-16T16:41:27.254+04:302009-08-16T16:41:27.254+04:30articulate piece, and a thoughtful poem. good work...articulate piece, and a thoughtful poem. good work.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-40572349982922649072009-08-15T02:00:28.249+04:302009-08-15T02:00:28.249+04:30My son is out there at the moment and it breaks my...My son is out there at the moment and it breaks my heart to hear of all the lives lost and all the injuries, all the young people with so much to live for. The Poem says it all, we are their family at home but they have a second family out there that look after each other. we are so proud of you all, stay strong ,stay safe. Heroes one and all.xxxA soldiers momnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149976264281774955.post-39385357330760781632009-08-11T14:05:03.096+04:302009-08-11T14:05:03.096+04:30i read this blog weekly and it is with a heavy hea...i read this blog weekly and it is with a heavy heart that yet again one of our lads has lost his life my heart goes out to his family and friends and yet the poem puts things into perspective for that thank you to all the lads and lasses serving out there keep safeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com