Thinking about those we've lost

When it comes to Thanksgiving and thinking about those we love and being thankful for them it's also a time to reflect on those that have left the earth and are off in heaven.

We haven't had guests, real honest to goodness dinner guests for Thanksgiving since we were stationed at Dyess AFB, TX. At the time, my husband was going through B-1 training ( his previous plane was the B-52 ) and we had some of the guys (who were also going through B-1 training) over for Thanksgiving dinner. I remember having each of the guys add in a prayer as to what they were thankful for at that time. I know if I scrounge around I'll find pictures somewhere of that day together. There is a sad part that goes along with remembering that particular holiday- it's that 2 of those dear friends are now deceased. One died in a B-1 crash up here at Ellsworth AFB and the other (while deployed) when a fellow US serviceman tossed a hand grenade into his tent. I make sure to say a special prayer for each of them and for all servicemen that are apart from their families at this time of year.