3/10/2006
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American Soldier says,
I want to let everyone know that AS has been injured. He was hurt in an IED attack. It is not life threatening and he should be OK. But he has been injured none the less. He is taking it easy the next few days before he gets further testing to determine the outcome of his injuries. He is not yet sure how this will effect his deployment. However, he is back with his unit but unable to go out on missions. He returned at his own request to be with his fellow soldiers.
He is trying to be in good spirits. But it can be hard to have to sit out on something you love doing. As i said it is not clear how this injury will impact his deployment. So both of us are taking it day by day. We are in more frequent contact since he is inside the wire. I think it helps us both to have that ability.
When we know more I will certainly let all of you know what will happen, as best I can. I want to say in advance, Thank you for the support and prayers. It means alot to us.
The Mrs.
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Charlie Mike AS. We would have expected nothing less of you than going back to your unit. Your angel and our prayes are with you always.
Thank goodness he is ok. Hope the recovery is swift!!!
OMG….. *cries* I’m so sorry to hear he was hurt — but so incredibyl thankful that he is alive and will be ok!!!! *hugs to all* My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Make sure AS rests up and heals up. He’ll be in our thoughts.
I am glad it is not life threatening. My prayers for a swift recovery and ability to handle what may be the outcome. Thank you for all you have done and will do for our country.
My family prays for your husband for a speedy recovery. We pray that the same fate doe not comes to our soilder who is being deployed this Sunday. He is going to CA for training and then is being deployed to Kuwait. We pray for his Naval Units safety and return to us unharmed. This will be their second round on the ground so we ask for everyone’s prayers also.
Thank You for the update Mrs AS. Prayers and good wishes for both of you, and all others who might have been affected by this.
Please know your Soldier is in my prayers. Thankfully he will recover. He is a Hero to me and many others. Your sacrifices will not be forgotten.
I am sorry sorry to hear this and hope recovery is quick. I am praying for you both. My heart is with you with you both and your family.
I was / am right were you are at a few weeks ago. My Marine was hurt 14 days into this deployment when they stepped on an IED. He is still there and the wound is healing well.
Semper Gratus!
I am so sorry to hear this! AS is in my prayers, as always and you too. I’m also clapping my hands 3 times and saying “I believe!”
Thank you for taking the time to update us, Mrs AS.
AS & MRS AS,
please know that my prayers are with you and your children. I am sending angels to surround all of you and give you big hugs
God Bless
Sheila
[…] AS was just injured by an IED. This time it’s a bit more serious then the last. His wife told me He is pretty much fine. He is able to walk away from this, thankfully, with loss of hearing in one ear, a concussion, and some minor shrapnal wounds. The other guys were fine. He is back to his unit, but in the wire. […]
AS and Mrs. AS. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Thank the Lord that you’re okay. I pray that none of our squad members were seriously injured or killed. Thanks for the update and please keep us all posted as to your progress.
I am sending my prayers, and I am forever thankful for the sacrafice AS has made for me and my country
I am so glad AS is ok. I pray for him and you and your family all the time. Whatever the out come of his injuries, I hope he remains safe. This is the second time now. Maybe it is time for AS to come home. He has done his part. More than his part. Injuries can lead to depression as part of their recovery. I would think this makes him susceptable to PTSD. Don’t want to alarm you, just want to offer some food for thought. Frankly MS. AS I’d start looking into a spouses support group and a group for him. I say this because I have PTSD and understand howe it can start. If you want any binfo, email me and I will send you anything I have as resources.
I hope you aren’t offended by my post or unnecessarily alarmed. PTSD with early intervention doesn’t have to be life altering. It also keeps its own schedule. It doesn’t get picked up right away because onset can be delayed. Strong me like AS are good at hiding their symptoms even from themselves. But if you look into it, go to outside sources for reasons we both know about.
I hope everything turns out ok for you! I will be praying for you and your family! I think it is great that you returned to your unit! Take it easy and you will be able to go out on missions soon. Be safe!
I’ll be praying for you, i hope you get better fast, hang in there all things happen for a good reason!!
Margaret
Mrs AS, thanks for the updates. AS means a lot to several of us. I pray his recovery will be quick and he can continue doing what he loves.
AS, take care and know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
May The Good Lord Bless You AS.
God bless you both.
Mrs AS,
Thank you so much for sharing. My heart goes out to you and him, the not knowing is so very hard. May he recover swiftly and be able to return to his place of duty as the mighty warrior that he is! Am praying always for you and yours. May God continue to hold you all in the palm of His hand.
AS, you and your spouse are in prayers nightly. More now, for a swift recovery. Bless you both.
Mrs. AS,
Thanks so much for the update on AS. I was shocked and worried when I read that AS had been injured. Hopefully his injuries are not too serious.
Seems I’ve had AS and all of our troops on my mind more lately. I visit this site everyday and it reminds me that AS is in Iraq and is in harm’s way so I always pray for him and you and your family.
All of you take good care and know that you and AS are in our thoughts and prayers.
AS, thanks so much for your service to our country! God Bless You and Yours!!
well dont post much here but i will say to glad he walked away from another one. Goin back to his unit sows alot about him i respected him before and love me now. May you have a swift recovery
Man! I’m sorry you got hurt AS!!! I hope that everything works out for you. I’m not surprised at all to hear that you went back to be with your guys. You are just that kind of man. Thank you for your dedication–to freedom and your fellow soldiers. We can never really say it enough. **get-well-quick hugs** Mrs AS–thanks so much for the update. (((hugs))) for you too. It must be so hard for you to be so far away from the man you love right now. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. God hold you all close and give you just what is needed every moment.
i am so sorry. you are all in my thoughts.
Thinking about you and your family…..Hugs,prayers and gratitude are overflowing…..
We’re thinking of you both. So sorry to read that he’s been injured, but wishing him a speedy & full recovery. Hang in there & we’ll continue praying for you.
I want to say that i am so sorry to read this today, but, am so thankful that he was able to return to his unit. What a man he must be! I know how he wanted to get back there, so, hope he takes the time to heal well–he is surely an inspiration to all who have heard of him, and will add my prayers to all the rest in the country who have come to love this ‘knight in camo.’ God be with you both.
Fellow milblogger injured…
Yesterday ‘Mrs. American Soldier’ reported that ‘American Soldier’ was injured by and IED explosion. She is reporting that ‘American Soldier’ is OK. I would like to send my deepest sympathies to ‘Mrs. AS…
Prayers for you and yours.
Oh I know how scared you must have been. Mine was hit in the chest by an AK47. Thank God for his body armor. I am so thankful you husband is doing well and is safe. Our prayers are with our Soldiers constantly. Don’t believe what the media nasayers print. WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU. You are what allows us to raise our heads and look evil head on. We don’t bend and We don’t break.
Stand Tall, Stand Proud
So sorry to hear of your injury AS but am certainly glad that you’re hanging in there and doing what needs to be done.
God bless and Christ be with you and yours,
Kimberly ~
Motherofanother
Thank God he is OK –please send the thoughts and well wishes of the blogosphere… And thank you for the update, you must be sick with worry and it was great that you still took the time to let everyone know what was going on.
The Best to you and your family!
AS you are the kind of man that I would like to serve with or for but don’t think you must win this war yourself. Everyone knows you have some big brass ones so you have nothing to prove by fighting while injured. Either way your dedication and loyalty are magnificent. God Bless You and Your Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with both of you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Whew, glad to hear you will be ok. Thanks for the update Mrs. AS. My prayers are with you everyday.
Praise God he will be ok
Liz
Praying big here…..
Thoughts are with you and yours.
From this military family, know our thoughts are with you!!
You have Savethesoldiers.com Thoughts, prayers and Support!Keep up the good work and thanks so much for your devotion!
Let us know how everything turns out, We are interested in using this soldier as the “Soldier of the Week”
Thanks
Damn. I’m glad he’s okay. But I know how much he wants to be out in the field with his men. That guy is restless.
Take care of yourself, AS.
Stay strong and tell AS thank-you again.
I’m so thankful that he will be okay. I will keep both of you in my prayers.
Prayers on the way! I’m glad the injuries were not serious but the prayers are!
- hfs
Sorry to hear you got banged up. Here’s wishing you a swift and sure recovery!
Get better and bring it to them, but rest up now and worry about that later.
.. came over via AWTM’s site… get well soon…. my words can’t express anything else… thank you for your service…
Praying for y’all.
Sorry to hear that American Soldier has been injured. Bless you. I’ll be thinking of and praying for your safety and swift recovery.
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AS
Get well soon. Your in my prayers.
Praying for his speedy recovery, and for you both during this time.
God Bless you.
Adele
I am sorry to hear that AS got injured. I will say a prayer for him. I thank him and all his fellow soldiers for all that they do. God Bless.
Best wishes and get well soon to AS. Hugs and prayers for you, Mrs. Hang in there.
God bless and keep you all.
God Bless and I hope you have a speedy recovery.
AS - Prayers for a speedy recovery. Thanks for all you do! Good luck, Godspeed, and Good Hunting!
God Bless AS and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
DAGNABBIT!
Thank GOD he’s OK… but still. This has got to be just as tough as the original injury that held him back from being deployed last year. Hard on you all. Damn.
I hope you get the all-clear soon, AS!
I am so sorry to hear that AS is injured. My prayers are with you both. I hope he recovers quickly so he can return to what he loves.
I am sorry he was hurt. I am glad he was not hurt worse.
God bless you both for the sacrifices you have made for our safety.
I will pray for his recovery and continued safety.
God Bless you and we pray for a quick recovery. Thank you for your service.
You are in our prayers. Thanks so much for your dedication to keeping us all safe. May your recovery be full and fast. Semper Fi from a former Marine.
Hope all is well, keep your head down sonny!
Many thoughts and prayers are with you and your husband! God Bless him for what he does and you for your contribution to this!
A.S. is a good man, an inspiration. Best wishes to him for recovery and resuming his duties. Thank you Mrs. for being a solid supporter and inspiration to us all
Senorlechero………father of Lcpl Tyler (deployed near the Syrian Border)
Mrs. AS - just got an email from your husband. Will you send me an email?
Best,
Matt
Please convey my good wishes for a speedy recovery to AS. I pray for his complete recovery. Men like AS are in short supply in this nation. He is a treasure.
Please know are hearts and prayers are with you,
Anything you need email
soldiersangels@gmail.com
God Bless You,
Patti
I’m not a regular reader, but I wanted to stop by and tell you (and the Mrs!) thank you so much for your sacrifices. Those of us you are protecting give thanks to you every day.
Mrs AS,
Keep your chin up dear. He is a tough old boy. And you are an angel for being so calm. You are both in our prayers. This will turn out fine, ma’am. Take it one day at a time.
Subsunk
AS - get better soon. Our hearts at Soldiers’ Angels are with you - and with you, too, Mrs. AS!
Please don’t hesitate if there’s anything we can do
Classic example of the quality of our fighting forces. All they care about is protecting our country and their fellow soldiers from the enemy that wants to do us all harm. They NEVER worry about their own safety….Only others. Here he has been injuried and all he wants to is get back to his buddies to be by their side to protect them. The spirit of our troops never ceases to amaize me.
God surely did bless America. I wish nothing but the best to you and all of AMERICA’S FINEST!!!
That’s terrible! Glad to hear AS is with his unit, and best wishes for a speedy recovery!
Get well soon, Soldier. Thank you for your service.
God spped on the recovery, AS. As hard as it is, take the time needed to recover; you’ll be more use to your team that way. My deepest appreciation for your and your Mrs. service and sacrifice for this nation.
Sending hugs and prayers for a speedy recovery.
Old vet wishes speedy recovery to young vet, American Soldier. Never think we have taken your service for granted. You have more friends than you will ever know…it’ll just take a few years to meet them. JD, out
You are both in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your sacrifices for our freedoms. God bless you.
Prayers coming from our home to yours. I’m so sorry to hear about this.
Your family is the prayers of mine.
All my families prayers are with yours and all of the troops. Hope you are able to return to full duty, but for now rest up, you and your fellow troops will need your strength.
May God’s healing touch be on you, and HisPeace be with your wife. Our nation will always be in your debt for your service and sacrifice.
Our family prays for our Servicemembers and our Government every day.
God bless you.
God be with you both through this scary time. I am so glad the injuries were not life threatening.
God bless! Keep the faith and thank you for sreving your country.
Peace,
ArtbyRuth
I’m praying for you and your family and everybody else fighting for our side.
Thoughts and prayers for a swift recovery!!!! Thank you for all that you do as well Mrs. AS.
Dang Mrs. AS - Thanks for thinking of us in the information chain. Bless you both. Glad you feel good enough AS to miss being “out there!” Here’s to the best future available! Be Well. Hey, just relax, don’t worry and “milk it” - there’s plenty of future in the “out there” crew.
I tried sending an email but recieved an error.
I’m Mrs Greyhawk, the MilBlog Ring Manager and a Soldiers’ Angel. Your husband has been a ring member from early on. I’m sorry to hear of his injury. My husband and I are stationed near Landstuhl, and I would be happy to visit him if they bring him here. It sounds like it could be a possiblity for tests. If he comes here as a outpatient, things could hit the suck factor, transportation wise. They have to catch a bus every where, and it’s very cold here now. I’d be happy to help him get around if that time comes. If he comes here and is placed at Kleber (outpatient barracks outside Landstuhl) We have a Soldiers’ Angel Support base there as well. (Soldier Angel Germany- http://www.sablogs.com/index.php?blog=40) runs it. Just wanted to let you know there are some Angels here if you need us.
Mrs G
Both of you are in my prayers, hoping AS recovers quickly and for you as you are not able to be with him during this time. Thank God the injuries were not serious, but still it is hard to hear of someone you loved being injured.
Glad to hear that it’s not life-threatening, but dang….
Hope the healing process is quick and doesn’t require too much of a lifestyle change for a prolonged period. *hugs*
AS, God Bless you and speed your recovery. I can understand your feelings of wnating to be with your unit and fellow soldiers.
Until such time as you are cleared to go outside the wire, I encourage you to make the most of your time inside. You know firsthand how important it is to have soldiers back at base getting patrols and convoys prepared, offering encouragement, and sometimes doing the unglamorous jobs that still need to be done.
Your a hero and offer a nobel sacrifice to your country juts by being where you are, no matter what you are called upon to do. Never forget, and I know you never will, that a grateful country salutes you, your suffering and sacrifices, big and small.
AS Keeps On Kickin
“BOOM!!” HA! YOU SUCK!! …
Get Well, Soldier.
Soldier and Soldier family,
I can only offer a few words, but heal up asap and enjoy your life. I owe you mine and my family’s lives as you keep the war there not here. My father was on a troop ship to Japan in WWII when the A bomb went off. His ship turned around and he went home. He may not have survived the battle but because of superior power he did and I was born years later. You are the A bomb that will allow many children to live here and abroad.
Our prayers are with you.
Brian Dirks and family
Adding my prayers for your speedy recovery AS. I hope things turn out well for you, and as you wish them to be. Mrs. AS you are in my prayers as well, thanks for updating us.
Thank you for the sacrifice you’ve been making with your loved one in Iraq. Thanks to him for taking the risks he has for all of us. I will pray for his recovery and for your peace of mind. I’m sorry you have to experience this, but please know there are many of us here who appreciate what he is doing and what you are doing to support his mission. God grant him a speedy recovery and God grant you serenity.
Add my prayers to the list. Hope all are ok soon.
Glad that our friend AS is OK,
Wishing him a fast recovery.
There are no words to describe my gratitude for the US military and US people, i pray that everyone returns home safe and sound…and victorious.
Hey there… just popping by again to say hi…y’all hang in there — we are all prayin for you and here for y’all - you need ANYTHING, just holler, OK?
i am sooy to hear this,thank goodness he is ok.Don’t worry ,thke it easy.
Prayers and good wishes for a speedy recovery. If he’s back with his unit, that sounds promising.
I’m so sorry to hear AS was injured!
Very relieved and grateful to hear it wasn’t life threatening! You are both in our thoughts and prayers. It is soldiers like you AS who make this country great. Thank you so much for everything you have done and will do to keep me and my family FREE!
I pray for a speedy recovery and than God that your injuries were not more serious. I am proud of the fact that you went back to the unit. A true American Hero!
1SG Big Dog
Sending prayers your way… Along with my heartfelt thanks for your service. I Hope that all is well soon.
Thinking of you and your family and wishing you a swift and full recovery. Keep us updated and let people know if there is anything we can do to help.
Get better AS, I’ll be out in a few (but an hour flight away from you). Next time keep your head down, we don’t need scares like this!
AS -
We are holding you and your family in our hearts with deep prayers for strength, unwavering faith, and a full recovery with swift return to duty for you that is the gallant hallmark of the proud American Soldier.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
AS,
Hang in there and get well soon! All of our prayers are with you and your family!!
AS and Family, take care, prayers are with you.
You need anything let us know.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
I am so sorry to hear. please know that you are in our prayers for a speedy recovery..
melissa
Very happy to hear you’re still breathing AS. You are in my prayers….thanks for your valiant sacrifice and contribution to this country and for your wonderful, inspiring blog. Hope you heal, and drive on soldier.
Jesse
Just wanted to send my heartfelt prayers and say a BIG THANKYOU to AS for his service. GOD BLESS YOU!
Just wanted to say thank you and wish you a speedy recovery.
Adding my hopes and prayers for a powerful recovery.
With great respect,
Geez, not again! Damn those IED’s!
Thank God he is gonna be ok. Thanks for the update Mrs AS my prayers go out to both of you. God Bless!
Hello,
My name is Stephanie and I am a 21 year old college student. I would just like to say how much I respect what your husband is doing for our country. It takes special people to be involved in the military, I feel that not just every one can do this job. I truly feel that your husband and all in his unit, and in our armed forces are today’s hero’s. Prayers and thoughts are with you. May God bless him for all he is doing for our freedom. Peace be with you, and your family.
Love in Him who is with us always!
Stephanie
Any news on recovery, Mrs. AS???
Please let us know.
thanks….
AS and Mrs. AS
I have not been a regular reader until about 2 weeks ago. I think every American that does not currently or has never served in the military should be required to read your blog and of those men like you. This would make them give thanks for the brave men and women like you and to your wife and family. I would like to thank you from me and my family.
I wish you a speedy recovery and adjustment period
God Bless You!
Hope you are doing well, A.S. And Mrs. A.S., you are in our prayers also.
Just wanted to pop in and say I hope everything is going ok. I hope you get well soon AS, you and your family are in my prayers.
I wanted to let you know you & yoru family are in my thoughts and prayers and I hope your recovery continues.
We are praying for your speedy recovery AS! Get well soon!!
Also for you too Mrs. AS and the kids!!
Just stopping by again to let you know that you are still in my prayers. Bless you, AS, and Mrs. AS, and your children. God has you in the palm of his hand.
I am from the UK but my thoughts and prayers are with you today. AS, you have a lot of people praying for you and God is faithful. You guys risk everything for what you believe in and as you walk in integrety, you will see the fruit of your labour.
Bless you and your unit, I pray Psalm 91 over you AS.
Super six four
I just heard, Wanted to let you know that you are a true Hero. The best our country has. Get well soon and kick a$$
[…] One of my favorite military bloggers, American Soldier was twice wounded while serving as a sniper in Iraq. His second injury was from an IED attack and necessitated his return back to the States to heal and recover at a Military hospital. […]
Hope he heals up quick!
john smithy,
bring your fat stupid ass to my house and let me give you a good old fashioned american ass whoopin. You make me sick you idiot
Get em!
yea.. i had to delete his pathetic comments.