tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6797836617980625964.post2653787596325628492..comments2023-08-16T06:15:06.165-04:00Comments on My Fallen Soldier: In Memory of PFC Shane Reifert: Untitled.ERhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228042482403340005noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6797836617980625964.post-1824322827345161662010-11-16T23:52:19.281-05:002010-11-16T23:52:19.281-05:00Beth, my sincere condolences to you and your entir...Beth, my sincere condolences to you and your entire family & friends; I cannot even begin to imagine how this must feel; I live in New Baltimore and am a Military Mom; my son is now in Bagram, Afghanistan (my daughterinlaw Kendra & granddaughter Baby Alexia; we are all waiting for him to come home also) and I just want you to know that your brother did what he wanted to do; the honor for his country; he will never be forgotten and he will always be with you; God will always bless you also; you will be strong because of your brother; always no matter what; I have become like that since my son went there to that hot place called Afghanistan; I sometimes don't feel anything because I know that if I do, I will not know what to do with those feelings; so I wait and continue to wait and hope my son comes home safe; but we must all be strong; please I just want to let you know how strong you are; I cannot even begin to feel what you are feeling right now; I just want you to know that we are all praying for you and your family; God Bless you & your Family and Be Strong! Always for your Brother! <br /><br />Anna Siemen<br />Main St., New BaltimoreAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6797836617980625964.post-70026535211017498022010-11-16T17:21:07.532-05:002010-11-16T17:21:07.532-05:00Beth, you do not know me. Our brothers served in A...Beth, you do not know me. Our brothers served in Afghanistan side by side. He sent us an email 3 days ago telling me about you and your family and asked if we could send you his condolences and prayers. As I read through this blog tears are streaming down my face. This post in particular reminds me of the letters my brother and I have sent back and forth. The love your brother had for his country and family are evident and honorable. I cannot even begin to imagine what you are experiencing, the pain and heartache you must be feeling. I can tell from these posts how incredibly strong of a woman you are. I cannot offer words to console you only let you know people across the country are praying for you and your family. Your brother did not die in vain and will never be forgotten. God Bless and stay strong. <br />Kristan HinrichsAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6797836617980625964.post-47383815421325000352010-11-13T00:39:31.376-05:002010-11-13T00:39:31.376-05:00Beth and family,
First off, my sincere condolences...Beth and family,<br />First off, my sincere condolences to you. I cannot even begin to imagine the pain you are going through. I have visited the blog every day reading your wonderful memory filled stories. The strength you carry, to share the heart felt memories of you and your brother are truly amazing. When I heard the news, I was in complete shock. I don't know if you remember me, but we were in Elementary school together and we played at each other's houses when we were younger. I do remember your brother there at your house as well. We had some really good times and great memories. It has been so long since we saw each other last, but I hope you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. You are a great person inside and out and the love for your brother really radiates through your writing. May the lasting memories you cherish in your heart help guide you through this difficult time. Thank you for sharing your stories. From reading them, I have gained a greater sense of the meaning, "live each day to its fullest." <br /><br />Thank you for that....<br />Love and prayers,<br />Katie FrankKatienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6797836617980625964.post-9214089595683360892010-11-12T16:18:29.914-05:002010-11-12T16:18:29.914-05:00Wow, thank you for sharing that with us Beth. I ho...Wow, thank you for sharing that with us Beth. I hope the whole world reads this blog. It is the rawest most moving thing I have ever read. I think he is right, we live in ignorance and it because of him and people like him that we can. <br /><br />What you are doing with this blog is amazing. I check back at it numerous times of day. It is very brave of you to share your story and experience with us. <br /><br />I, like everyone else who graduated in 2001 and was in yearbook with your mom as our teacher, remember Shane as he was in 8th grade. It is hard for me to imagine how Shane made such a HUGE decision to join the Army and train for what he did. I am forever grateful that he did. He is a much braver person then most and his story is really awe inspiring. <br /><br />Beth, because of your huge heart and bravery to share your story, I (and I am sure many others too) am getting to know Shane like I never had the opportunity to. Through this blog you are keeping a part of him alive. This blog is so wonderful on so many levels. Not only does it make us wake up and see what is going on over there, not only does it give us the opportunity to help in the small way that we can, and not only does it make us aware of how truly brave these soldiers are, but you are also letting us get to know your brother, a man truly worthy of knowing. So thank you Beth for sharing your brother with us.Rachaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13220653624527672401noreply@blogger.com