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A Vet
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A Vet The phone rings It’s a familiar number My hope sings. Again, I say to myself Is this the one, Has this day finally come? Many calls before They check in Wondering, how I’ve been. They have a question A DNA request Sometimes, a suggestion. The Vietnam Wall Your name etched in stone A soldier known. Hope, tomorrow Another call comes Hope, it’s the one... They found you My brother - A Vet Missing In Action Not home, yet! Deborah Ann Tornillo Copyright, 2011

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Reviewed by TONY NERONE

Reviewed on June 17, 2011

I feel deeply concerned about the pain you endure. I can tell by your fine writings of your discourse. I will continue to pray for you and yours sweet lady.
GOD BLESS YOU
Tony

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)

Reviewed on June 16, 2011

I'm sorry.

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on June 16, 2011

My heart goes out to you and all those who have lost loved ones, especially those MIA. It is harsh to have to bury someone you love but when there is no proof a part of us always keeps a slim hope no matter how hard we try not to. Sad but honest write...
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Reviewed by Ed Matlack

Reviewed on June 16, 2011

MIA's are the worst to have, you never know & that is sad...e

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