Get well soon!!! We in the UK appreciate all that the US and UK armed forces are doing to make the world a safer place

Dear Jon,

Thank you for your service. My prayers and thoughts are with you for a speedy recovery.

Sincerely,
Laura

to PFC Jon H – I can only express my deepest condolences. I have a brother seriously injured in Nam and a son, recently retired from the Army, who was there for Desert Storm.

I send you healing thoughts and prayers. I’m sure you’re struggling not only with your own injuries, but with concern for your comrades and the one you lost.

Please know that, no matter our attitudes about this war, the SOLDIERS ARE NEVER FORGOTTEN. I experienced the ‘bad attitudes’ during Nam. I NEVER want to have another soldier come home to that. But I also experienced the joy of meeting my son on his return from D.S. … he didn’t understand the fuss. But I did.

I, and my family and friends, send you greetings, get well wishes, and hopes for a healing of the body, mind and spirit in the coming long weeks of recovery. Keep your family close to you. And know that you have a ‘little guy’ anxious for your hugs and guidance.

Wishing you (and all of our soldiers) continued strength and healing.

Hugs from Maryland, Ellie

PS Jim – the same goes for you and your family – I send you strength and healing thoughts as you support others. E

Hello Jon, my family and I are deeply grateful for the sacrifice you and your military family have made in the name of Freedom and Democracy. Never, for a moment think that you are not appreciated. To this day, whenever possible, when I see young men and women in uniform I walk up to them and say, “thank you.” I wish you a strong and speedy recovery. Thanks again.
Marvin

Dear Jon,
I only know your father-in-law through the internet as a fellow internet marketer, but wanted you to know that even though we’ve never met, me and my entire team at Prime Concepts wish you a speedy recovery, you’re in our thoughts and prayers and we appreciate you and your buddies immensely. Thank you for your sacrifices and god bless you!

Sincerely,

Ford Saeks

Jim,

I am deeply saddened to hear about your son-in-laws injuries.

When you and I spoke in Las Vegas about him going over there I actually said a prayer for him in my hotel room that night.

Please let him know that he will continue to remain in my (and my families) prayers.

As a service veteran myself, I’m so grateful for his service to his country.

But I’m so sorry that he has had to make such a painful sacrifice.

I wish him a speedy recovery, both physically and mentally from his wounds.

If there is anything I can do to help him or his family you can call me day or night.

Eric Graham

A message to Jon H:

Jon, my thoughts are with you in this difficult time. May love, peace and complete healing be upon you now. Love and faith will work miracles. Be strong!

With kind thoughts
Andy White

I don’t know your father-in-law personally, only through his writings, but I know that you are being strengthened and made well through his love for you and your beautiful baby.

Jim will be bringing with him healing energy from many other people who see you whole and well, and mine will be there too. I trust you will find peace as well as physical healing.

Blessings, Colin Tipping

Jon,
We cannot thank you enough for the selfless service you provide for all of us. I pray that you will heal quickly and peace will be with you through the process.

Jon,

You are a great American and our prayers are with you and your family. I would like to share this thought with you:

WE LIVE IN THE LAND OF THE FREE, ONLY BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE.

May God now demonstrate His faithfullness to you as you have faithfully served our country and ensured my family’s freedom. Seek Him with all your heart and He will not only guide you, but “will never leave you, nor forsake you.”

In our Thoughts and Prayers,
Don Dean and Family

Hi Jon,

Welcome Home!!! Thank you for your commitment and personal sacrifice. You make a difference and are appreciated.

- Charlie
USAF 1970 – 1976

Jim
As you know, we discussed these things the last time I saw you. My son Steve was wounded for the second time last week and is deaf in his right ear with brain damage from an armor piercing round that went through his truck filling him with shrapnel. This is his second Purple Heart so as far as any statement on the war–there’s mine. He made it through but some of the guys under his command did not walk away.
Your son-in-law and the men with him are doing what most people CAN’T do–they are putting the most valuable thing they have on the line for our country–their lives. I pray for your son-in-law and for the guys, his buddies there with him that have paid this heavy cost for all of us so we can go to work, school, church and any other place we desire free from fear of these individuals that want to take our freedoms. They know the meaning of sacrifice and hardship–they have seen the true face of terror and did their part to stop it. God bless him and his whole troop and tell him thanks from a Dad who understands what he did for all of us here!

Hi Jon:

My wife and I are so verry sorry to hear of your injury. Our wish for you is to get well quickly. We thank you very much for the wonderful job all of the troops are doing to bring peace abroad and to keeping peace in the great United States of America. Once again God Bless you and get well real soon.

Richard & Louisa Reichmann

We appreciate your courage and hope your recovery is rapid and complete.
Best
Suzanne Hetts and Dan Estep

Jon:
Sending you a huge bubble of healing energy. Stay strong, positive and have faith that you will make a full recovery. You have a lot of people who are with you in spirit.

All the best,

Frankie

Hi Jon,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you for a fast recovery. Also our deep gratitude for your willingness to serve in support of our country. Blessings to you and your family and friends, and especially to your friends who are still overseas.

Debra

Our thoughts are with you. You are a hero to all of us. Thank you for your service.

Dear Jim: I’ve been a practioner of Buddhism for 35 years and in that tradition there is a practice called Tonglin where as one is meditating, one focuses on sending out all that is of benefit to those who are suffering and actually taking in that suffering upon oneself. I will, with your permission, post a message with Jon’s name, location, and a brief description of injuries suffered to the Buddhist community to which I belong for meditators to include Jon in their Tomglin practice. George

P.S. I feel you need to give me permission to do this..

I have an Army daughter now in Afghanistan; she did the Iraq tour first, and will no doubt have to return.
Our prayers go with ALL of you in harm’s way, in the desert and elsewhere.
Be Safe
Robert
Proud Dad to PFC Morgan W.
*read more about her, and other Support sites I mention on-the-air and online, at myspace.com/djrwmarshall

We thank God for you, you were sacrificing your life to help us. We will pray for you, your family and others. We pray God will keep you whole in body, soul and mind. Thank God for your angel watching over you. Draw close to God and He will draw close to you. You are not alone.

Thank you for your service and sacrifice for me and my family. You are appreciated and respected. My prayers are with you.

Virden

Hi Jon,

Welcome Home! Thank you for your sacrifice and service. I have a 7 year old daughter for whom your efforts ARE helping to provide a safer world for her to grow up in.

I know that “God works together for good all things, to those that Love God and are called according to His purposes,” so get well soon and enjoy your life, and be positive for your family and always know how much YOU are appreciated for your sacrifice for our country.

Thank you very much!

Warmest Regards,

Rob (originally from Newport News, VA)
Hilton Head, SC

Jon,

I heard about your injury through your father in law,
and I just wanted to say thank you for your sacrifice
and commitment to this great country and I wish you a
healthy, safe, and speedy recovery.

Sincerely,

Dr. Trevor Van Wyk

Jon,
Thank you for serving our country and keeping us free. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you recover.I want to hear that you are up and about by Christmas.God Bless You.

Thanks so much for what you’ve done and given up for our country. We are the luckiest folks in the world.

Jon, I’d like you to know that I and my fiance are so grateful to soldiers like you. We understand the grave danger you face and the sacrifices you make in order to protect our country’s freedom. A simple thank you never seems enough, but I’d like to offer that to you. We appreciate you and your fellow soldiers more than words can express. Thank you, fellow American.

Hello Jon, God Bless You and thank you for serving in Irag. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you get well soon.

Suzanne & Nick

I deem this an honor to be able to thank you personally for your sacrafice you have given on behalf of myself, family and all the people of the free world. It is my pryor that you recover fully and enjoy the rest of your life with your son and loved ones. Thank you again.

Jon,

Thank you for your willingness to make the sacrifice of leaving your family and the comfort of home behind, and the ultimate sacrifice if necessary, to make a difference in the lives of others. I wish you a complete and speedy recovery. Stay cheerful and remember, with faith and hope all things are possible.

God bless you Jon and God bless all of your fellow soldiers. Every day, we go about our business and every night, we lay our heads down for a good night’s sleep only because of brave men and women like you. We love you and we appreciate you.

You are in our prayers,
Greg Beverly

Jon,

How blessed we are to live in a country where men and women are willing to face the ultimate test and risk their life for a freedom we sometimes take for granted. I am sorry that we, as Americans, have a loss of life trying to help other people of other nations, but I know that God gave us such a great country because we (you) are willing to fight for the rights and priviledges we have as United States citizens. We cannot say it often enough, but THANK YOU and may God richly bless you and your family and may your recovery time be swift.

Jon

So sorry to hear your news. I truly admire the fact that you and your comrades were prepared to risk all to improve the world as a whole.

Even though myself and the other posters to this can’t be there to tell you face to face, you’d better believe it that we are proud of you and wish you a speedy recovery.

You take care

Ray Prince
UK

Hi Jon- take a deep breath- you did your job. Now it’s time for you to rest your mind and your body. Spend time with your wife and your family. I’ve been lucky enough to live the American Dream- I am a woman, I own my own business, my own house, and I do whatever it is that I want to do. It’s now your turn to live your dream. What do you want to do with your life? Don’t ever allow someone else to dictate your actions- if war doesn’t make you understand that, nothing else will. Your obligation to the government is now over- you owe it to yourself to give yourself and your community the other skills and talents that you possess. And now’s the time to do it!I wish you the best in life and hope that you fulfill your dreams.

Jim,

I submitted my other e-mail address not the one I receive your newsletter through. It is the one above. I’m sorry.
Paula

PFC Jon H,
Thank you for your service during a difficult time and in a dangerous place. My personal thanks to you and your comrades-in-arms who volunteered to serve so that I have never been required to.

My wife and I send you best wishes for a speedy and full recovery and condolences to the family of your team member who gave his last full measure of devotion.

Hi Jon,

I think everyone wishes you and your fellow crew all the best.

Our thoughts are with not only you but with all military forces fighting in Iraq.

Thankyou for being one of the people standing the line and protecting both us and the innocent people in Iraq.

All the best

Richard, Dominika, Zosia and Maya

Keep Shinining Your Light..With all of you ..Heart,Soul and Mind…Healing Light to all.

Hi Jon

Sorry to hear about your injuries and the loss of your friend & colleague.

Hope you make a speedy recovery & can soon return home to your family.

Paul Gibson

Yorkshire
England

Jon,
As a Vietnam Veteran and a disabled veteran, I want to thank you for your personal sacrafice. I know you will have the support and love from your family and friends during your recovery and days ahead. Write me anytime if you have a need. I have enjoyed knowing Jim these past two years as I support his work in the Audio/Video fields.

Hi Jon,

Thank you for your service to our country, it is men and women like you that make this a great place to live. Although we sometimes forget the sacrifice that you guys make to protect our freedom please be assured that it is greatly appreciated. My thoughts and pryers are with you, your family and your friends and I wish you a speedy recovery and many blessing.

Thanks
Pierre

I thank you very much for that you have done and will do for me to live in this USA.
G-d Bless you and your family

Jon

People who are free from tyranny and aggression should appreciate your sacrifice because without your kind we would live in a completely different world, thank you and get well soon.

Jon, Thank you for serving our country and the sacrifices you have made. Your time served is very much appreciated. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. You, along with others that serve, are in my thoughts and prayers daily.

Jon… get well soon! It’s because of brave souls like you that we enjoy the kind of peace and prosperity many of us take for granted today. I’m praying for you to make a complete recovery and I salute you and your fellow soldiers for your commitment and service. All the best, Jon!

Jon,

It takes a special person to put his life on the line for his fellow soldiers and for the American people. I hope and Pray for a speedy recovery. I and my family THANK YOU for being that special person and protecting our freedoms. You are truly a GREAT AMERICAN HERO. THANKS for your sacrafice. Wishing your family all the best especially that handsom Son of yours Johnny. I am not a man of great resourses, but if there is something I can do to help please contact me by E-mail (lbailey79@comcast.net) Take care. You are in our Prayers.
Bob

Hi, Jon – here I am wishing you well.

The casualties of war are never far from our minds. Our mother was a nurse during WWII and served in Egypt and Italy. She often related stories about caring for wounded service men and women from “all” sides of the conflict and, as a nurse, she was dedicated to helping the wounded to recover. The wartime arguments were left behind at the hospital door and patients’ injuries were treated with care and discipline. I know you will be in the care of similar loving and dedicated medical teams who will bring strength and comfort to you to help you get better; they will also be supporting your family and friends and that’s just as it should be.

Best wishes for your recovery.
Margaret

Jon
A quote from a book that has ment a lot to me, and I hope it helps in your time of healing.
Jon, “you have the freedom to be yourself, your true self, here and now, and nothing can stand in your way. It is the Law of God, tne Law that Is.

Hey, Jon.

Just wanted to add myself to the list of Americans that are proud that you and the other men and women that have been there … both past and present, to protect us and our great country.

Thanks … again, and God Bless.

Mike Merz

To Jon–much has been expressed above,so,I will simply say a grateful”thank you ” to you and your fellow soldiers. Keep the faith, and God Bless You.

Clement Lisi

I can’t begin to thank you for putting your lilfe on the line for all of us in America. It is greatly appreciated. Sometimes we do not know why things like this happen to us until many years later and we see the impact it had on others at that time. I pray for your recovery so you can hold your family in your arms again soon.

Sincerely,
Debbie Mumm

Jon,

Thanks for keeping us safe, for your willingness to put yourself in harms way to protect the rest of us. I wish you a speedy recovery and hope you make your way home safely soon.

Frank

Jon,

Thank you for the work you did in Iraq. I will keep your recovery in my thoughts and prayers. Get well soon! That young son of yours needs you home!

Jon,

Sending you healing energy and strength to fight this next battle. You are up to this challenge!

I offer today’s message from The Universe (www.universe@tut.com), trusting that it will be what you need to understand at the time it reaches you:

++++++++++++++++++++++

Long, long ago, before there was even sand in the hourglass, there was a teeny, tiny dot, Jon — so small it was virtually invisible — that was presented to you as a gift.

At first, puzzled and perplexed, you thought it was a joke. Yet, trusting and inquisitive, your intuition led you to accept it and, before long, to carefully examine it.

And lo, after becoming extraordinarily teeny and tiny yourself, you found there was an entrance of sorts into this little treasure, in the form of a long and winding path. So inside you went, through the densest grove of ancient, moss-covered, bending oaks you will ever see. And before long, you found a shiny, gold, old-fashioned key that had been left upon a large, rounded stone, as if especially for you.

With key in hand you proceeded down the path until you arrived at a massive gate. Just above it there was a handwritten plaque for all who might pass beneath it:

“Welcome to the Jungles of Time and Space, Where nothing is as it seems, yet all things are possible. Should you ever feel lost or weary, Forget not from where you have come, And follow the signs…”

Peering between the wrought iron bars, you could see the entire Milky Way Galaxy and a hundred billion galaxies beyond it. Your thoughts raced, your imagination ran wild, and as you raised your key to the sturdy, reinforced lock, slowly slipping it in, and gently turning… there was a sudden flash of light and burst of sound. Whereupon, seemingly light-years later but, in fact, no longer than an instant, you found yourself in the most beautiful human form, living on the most beautiful little planet, having a wonderful life, a wrinkle of curiosity on your brow, reading this very Note, right here and now, as Jon H.
Talk about a sign -
The Universe

Hi Jon,
I am praying for you and all the men & woman over there fighting. You sacrifice so much for us & I am eternally grateful.
My prayers are with you & your family that God will heal you & make you well again.
Thank you for all you have done over in Iraq & all the military forces. You are an asset to our country.
May God be with you. Get well soon.
Diane

Hello Jon,
I wish you a speedy recovery. Thanks for your dedication to freedom.
Dr Claude Windenberger
http://askdrclaude.com
http://www.unconditionalfreedom.com

Jon,

We appreciate you and your service and sacrifice! God bless you in your recovery.

Jim…..Be assured we are praying for your son-in-law and his comrads. We are having masses said for them at Our Lady of Sorrows Church here in Homewood, Alaabama.

Prayers got me through WW11 and prayer will sustain them.

Jon,

I am so thankful that for all that you have done in being a part of protecting our country. I and my family wish you the best in a speedy and hopefully full recovery.

Todd

Sometime we don’t know the good we are doing.

You make a difference!

God bless you…. and a speedy recovery to you also.

Maitiu MacCabe, Dublin, Ireland.

Jon, my family and I pray for your recovery and send much positive energy your way and towards your teammates that were injured also. Thank you so much for serving our country and we pray for your quick and total recovery.

Jon,

You are the best of America. My prayer is for your speedy and full recovery.

Regards,
Mike

My genuine thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
I thank you for your service in protecting our country

Keep God In Your Prayers

I Will Pray That You Have A Speedy Recovery

Take Care,
Sean

This email is to hope for a speedy and complete healing from your injuries. I would like to say that we sleep everynight in the comfort of our beds, eat three nice warm meals everyday and never give a second thought to the men and women fighting for liberty and freedom and it makes me feel so ashamed.
So thank you so very much for all the sacrifices you have made and may God continue to bless and keep you in His sight.

Geri
Lancaster,TX

Jon,

Thank you for your sacrifices.

My child slept safely while you protected us and our freedoms.

Cheers,
Mike
Lake Oswego, OR

For all the US & UK soldiers out in Iraq and Afghanistan, come home safely. And, get well soon John H!

Jon H, I certainly wish you the very best and much, much healing white light with your speedy recovery!
With Love,
Michael

Dear Jon,

I can’t even begin to imagine what you’ve gone through or how you are feeling right now. What I do know is that you are a gift to the world and to all who know you. Remember who you are and know that you are loved by so many.

I wish you peace and many blessings.

Marisa

Jon,

My positive thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May you regain your strength and be a shining example to others who are also in need of healing.

Hi Jon,
You are in thoughts and prayers around the world. (I’m in Tokyo, Japan) And I know you’re surounded by loved ones there. Take care and get well soon!
Steve

Hi Jon,

We really appreciate the sacrifice you’ve made serving our country. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and your team members.

Thank you,
Howard and Donna Keziah

Hi Jon..

I wish you and your family only the best. As a disabled veteran who works closely with the military, I have been amazed to see the quality of the men and women who wear the uniform today in support of our freedom! I am proud of you and your willingness to serve your country; not everyone is willing to make that sacrifice. Remember, heroes know there is no greater gift than to be willing to lay down your life for another.

All my best to Jim and all your family during this very tough time. You will make it through as so many have before you!

God bless you..

Derril Watts

Dear Jon

I wish you a speedy recovery. Would love to hear back from you one are fighting fit. We make a lot of spiritual videos and i would be happy to send you one as a gift infact i would be honoured to. You can email me at my email id and i will send that to you

Again i want to thank you for who you are

God bless

love and affection
Vish

Thank you for your service to all of us. My prayers and thoughts go with you at this lonely time of your recovery.
May God bless you and keep you.

Willis

God bless you Jon. Your courage and sacrifice serves all of us in a way we will never be able to adequately express. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jon,

I hope that you get well soon! I wanted to let you know that even know I have never met you I truly appreciate what you and the entire service does for our country. Your sacrifices are the things that keeps our country free and gives us the freedoms that many do not realize we have every day. I cannot express enough in words how much I admire and appreciate the bravery and devotion that you have for our country, the country that gives me the freedom to write this message and breath the air that I breath now. I hope that you make a fast recover and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Thank you again for all that you have done.

Dear Jon,

You are a true hero! I thank you and all the troops for protecting our freedom everyday. You, your family and your fellow brave troops are in my prayers. I believe and pray that you will make a full recovery and enjoy many many happy years with your family that obviously loves you very much.

I am very proud to be an American and to have unbelievably brave men and women protecting our country and freedom.

Thank you and God Bless you,

Joe Garris

Jon,

Sorry to hear about your unfortunate experience. It reminds us all that life is short and each moment is precious. We should appreciate the gifts we have available to us. Even now – no matter what may have happened, at least you still have a functioning mind to experience life and be present on this Earth.

My warm wishes and hope for peace go out to you and your family and all of those in Iraq and similar war zones.

- James

Jon
My best wishes for your recovery and my prayers from Mexico.
Hugo

Jon
check out the Abba song on You Tube, ‘ Soldiers write the songs’, you are a brave young man, get well soon.
regards
Graham
Wales, UK

the VA offers the best treatment available in the world.
i am a vietnam vet, appreciate your duty and sacrifice, please take these words to heart, you could not get better treatment anywhere else . . .
Jerry Siddock
god bless, i’ll keep you in my prayers

Jon —

Unfortunately we still live in a world where fighting men and women must do what they do to preserve our precious freedoms. And make no mistake, you and your colleagues are that wall of protection.

Freedom is not about democracy, its about something far more important: Liberty. As fighting men and women of the United States you help to preserve our rights to be different, hold different views, worship as we please (or not all), speak out against or wholeheartedly support one ideology or the other. Your bravery and muscle allows us freedom to choose how we work, play and live; all without fear of reprisals or oppression. This is rare in history and indeed all too rare in today’s world.

The value of being an American is not about being in the majority and fearing no harm.

Quite the contrary.

It’s about being in the MINORITY and fearing no evil! This is Liberty! It’s the most precious and sacred thing we as Americans possess and you help to preserve and sustain it.

There are those external forces that seek to destroy this liberty and freedom. And we should all be fully aware that it is you and other soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen and coasties who put yourselves in harms way (sometimes with tragic consequences) to stop it. I for one am grateful to you and to them and to all who preceded you.

Jon, it is my hope that you and your colleague find comfort and solace in these words. My prayers are with you.

s/ Daniel Hall

I would be much more amenable to help if you would stop sending me spam, I have tried dozens of times to get off of your list, no luck. Then I finally come here and get a popup trying to sell me something.

Shame on you for using our troops for your own ends. Shame.

When I speak to people about Iraq and Afganistan we have many different opinions about if we should be there or not and for how long. One opinion everyone shares is we support out troups and are proud of the job they are doing. We pray that all our troups will be able to come home safely and soon. God Bless you!

Get well very soon… well done for what you are doing. Winston Chrurchill once said “If you are going through hell, keep going.” Keep going Jon!

All the best from the UK

Richard

Hi Jon,

On behalf of my family and I, I want to thank you and all
military hero’s who put your lives on the line to keep us
safe and free.

It takes a special and brave individual to join the military.

In my prayers this evening I will ask God to give you
and your fellow hero’s a speedy recovery. God willing,
you’ll all make it through this tough time.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you again Jon for
your heroic service and bravery.

We need more men and women just like you to keep us
safe.

Best Regards,
Shane Wilson

Dear Jon:

You are the true definition of a hero and my family would like to thank you for all that you have done for freedom. I’m so sorry for the loss of one of your team. Our family is praying for your full recovery and we send you our most sincere wish that you will feel comforted during this difficult time. Blessings to you and your family.

Kindest Regards,
Anne Marie

Hey Jon!

Wishing you a speedy recovery! I know it would be a tough time for you, but remember every cloud has a silver lining…Prayers for you and your friends.

I would also like to offer my heartfelt condolences to the family of your deceased friend.

Get well soon, brother!
Abhi

Jon:
G-d speed on your road to recovery.

While we will probably never meet ….you should know that there are tens of millions of Americans and hundreds of millions of “free” people throughout the World that are deeply in your debt, and the debt of your brave fellow warriors serving our country throughout the world.

We owe an enormous debt to you and all the young people of our Nation; who like you have had the courage and the leadership to stand up and face the ultimate sacrifice for that which you believe in, and which you wished to protect your family from.

The courage and steel which you have so clearly demonstrated with your heroic actions; can only foretell a great and honorable future for you and your young family.

We hope that the knowledge that there are so many millions of people who consider you and your comrades “true hero’s” will provide some comfort during your convalescence.

We all wish you a wonderful, happy and healthy future.

You deserve it.

Terry J.

Hi Jon,

First of all, my thanks to you and all the armed forces for the dedication, pride, and sacrifice you are making.

Sincere condolences also for the loss of your team member and friend. And please pass this on to his family and your team.

Best wishes for a speedy recovery — and appreciation to Jim for providing this opportunity to communicate with you.

Todd

Jon,

Our family prayers are with you. We totally support all you and your military brethren have done and GREATLY APPRECIATE your service to this country – We are praying for your swift recovery.

John W

Words cannot describe my gratitude, the level of my appreciation for all you do. I wish a speedy recovery, strength and peace for you, your troops and prayers for you, your fallen teammate and family.

Jon H.

A special thanks to you and all soldiers who keep us safe back home. And prayers that for many years you’ll get to walk and run with that handsome young son.

Dennis C.

Jon – My words can’t express the level of gratitude I have for what you’ve given to serve our country. My brother was in Camp Buca and Baghdad for 15 months and he’s told me in-depth about the situation there. What all you guys have done is truly heroic. I for one believe that in 10-15 years and beyond the region will be in a far better place as a result of your work.

Hey Big Jon H.
WE are all proud and thankful for the work you do that we can’t do ourselves.
Since there is no room in “Healing” for politics (heck there is hardly enought room for us in there with God, Source, Spirit & Love of family and friends)
Clear your heart and mind and get well.

Dave C in NJ

You honor us far more than we can ever honor you. You and your fellow soldiers are doing what is asked of you by your country and, no matter what our personal feelings about this conflict, we can never repay your service and duty.

In a world of cluttered chatter that appears to focus on celebrity, empty riches, and the outlandish, it is sobering when duty, honor, service, and heroism are displayed.

I know what it feels like to be down, to feel low, but I also know you have millions of Americans who truly honor you. You have the love of your friends and family. You are not alone and please always remember that persistence, perseverance, and hope are your best medicine.

When you are down, reach out, and there will always be a hand ready to shake yours.

One final thought. No matter how hard it may seem, smile at least once ever hour. Soon it becomes a habit that not only makes you happier, but it will infect everyone around you.

Thank you

Dear Jon,

I am so sorry you lost a companion, soldier, and probably even friend. And, I am very sorry for your own suffering and the suffering of your 3 fellow soldiers.

It must be terrifying for you now, to think that one of the 5 in this horrible incidence died. Along with this comes guilt. Guilt that it was him/her, guilt that no one could prevent it.

Don’t ever let either fear or guilt grab hold of you beyond your recuperation time.

You can come back, spring up, and become a stronger and yet more sensitive person from this.

Is there any good in this? I don’t think so! But, you can still make it work for the good of YOU.

All the very best to you and your family. They suffer along with you and share your fear and pain with you.

And, I already wish you a peaceful Chirstmas. Perhaps you will be one of the few who will truly come to know and understand this season in a way none of us do.

Take Care,
Ruth,

Jon,

I don’t usually take the time to write on blogs, but I just got Jim’s email and wanted to let you know that the only people I admire are our soldiers.

It takes alot of courage to do what you do, and not a day passes that I don’t appreciate what you and our other soldiers do for me and my loved ones.

Thank you and get well soon.

Hi Jim, Thank you for having the courage to ask for support for Jon. It’s family that will help get him …and everyone else… through the next phase of life. I have a grandson who just returned from Iraq and is scheduled for another tour next year. I know the deep pride and love that goes with the concern and prayers to bring them home safely. My thoughts are with you and Terri and your family too. Please tell Jon he is appreciated and has learned courage and strength… that will help get him through this battle as well.

I want to tell you that I am so sorry that you had a bad experience in your time there and our prayers are with you during your time of recovery. You have the hardest job in the world, to risk your life so that we all can live safely and in freedom. You are very brave and valiant. And we so appreciate your willingness to sacrifice everything. You deserve the very best that America can give you. I wish you well in everything you do, and pray for your speedy recovery

Jon…none of us can thank you enough for your service that allows us to enjoy the very freedom that is so easy to take for granted. I know you will soon recover as out thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, your team and their families.

Visit http://www.imaginarygreetings.com when you get a chance and email me your order number. I will see that your payment is refunded immediately. It’s the least we can do!

Thank you so much for giving of yourself to danger and the terror of war to protect both your loved ones and ours. Itrust you wll be well again and you will be in my prayers.

I would like to share with you a poem I wrote for the military who are serving both our countries at this time.
If you like it I would love to send you a free copy of it
framed and matted if you send me an address to ship it to.
God bless you and soldiers everywhere who are protecting our families at home.

The Soldier’s Prayer

Dear Lord,

I know as morning breaks on high,
‘Twas You who kept us through the night.
By now our loved ones are asleep,
I pray Thee Lord, their souls to keep.
In this distant land; so far from them,
We only know we must defend . . .
Our schools, families, neighbors, friends.
’Til this cruel war comes to an end.
I pray that You will give me strength
And courage, Lord, to undertake . . .
Whatever task that You have planned;
Their lives and mine are in your hand.
I know the call this very night,
Could be to save a buddy’s life;
Please help me fill the call from Thee
And give the best that is in me.
Keep my mind alert and keen
To see and hear, not miss something
That might be overlooked in fright,
And someone die this very night.
Help me Lord to walk with care
Knowing danger’s always there.
Give me strength to withstand fear
Protecting all that we hold dear.
I know today may be the time,
My life is laid upon the line!
And if I’m called my life to give,
Protect my loved ones
who still live.
Keep me now within
Thy care;
Please grant
Dear Lord,
“A Soldier’s Prayer.”

© 2003 L. Jane Waite Sabean

To Jon and family,

Love and blessings to you all from Scotland, and special thoughts for a deep healing. Jim’s email has reinforced how the Internet can be used for the power of good, and reminds us of our connections to each other…no matter the geographic area. We have to all be brothers and sisters, and I honour you. Much love. x

Dear Jon
I have two sons in the Army, both Iraq bound this month, one for his third tour.

God bless you and I pray for a complete recovery.

Thank you for your service

Corinne in Kentucky

Jon
I will set up a fundraiser for your fellow troops through my site to donate needed supplies or funds to the troops or families of the troops, through my site at http://www.mycandleman.com, you guys put your life ont he line everyday while we are all very comfortable back here at home. god bless you !

Hello Jon,

Thank you so much for your gift of support to us in America and to all whom your service affected around the world. The courageous risk you took is appreciated deeply. You have my prayers for a very speedy recovery and great healing as you return to your homeland.

My very best to you – a true hero,

Terri Marie

Dear Jon,

I am visualizing a speedy recovery for you.

I am so sorry that you were in harm’s way. Now that you are safe, please take this opportunity to heal mind, body and spirit!!

You will overcome this adversity!!!

Peace (of mind)
Kate Loving Shenk

Get well soon and be with your family ! You need their love and they need your love.

Hi Jon,

Just wanted to say a big “Thanks” for all your sacrifaces you have made for your country.

Hello PFC Jon H,

Thanks to the efforts of your father-in-law Jim, you’ve got an entire brigade of civilians here and throughout the world praying for not only your speedy recovery but the speedy recovery of your buddies and your entire outfit.

Please know that we who are protected by the safety and security that you provide for us are eternally grateful!

The Bible says that there is no greater sacrifice than if one gives up his life for another. Many in Iraq, Afghanistan, and throughout the world have given no less than “the ultimate sacrifice” for us, your brothers.

And so “your brothers” come before our Heavenly Father’s throne to ask for His mercy, His guidance, His protection and His healing Power and Peace to be with you from the top of your head to the bottom of your feet. Father, we ask you to send your Holy Spirit to minister to each one, to fill them with the peace and understanding that only you can fill them with. Father we stand on your word that as you send your word of healing in every way, that you be glorified in this situation.

In Jesus’ name, we thank you Heavenly Father for answering our prayers.

PFC Jon, may the Creator of the Universe, the God of Abraham, Issac and Jacob open the windows of Heaven and pour out His abundant blessings upon you, your buddies, the doctors and nurses, your entire family and anyone you come in contact with, that He may be glorified in the miracles that He is about to do in all of your lives.

Amen.

Jon, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for standing guard for us, your brothers.

Hi Jon!

Thank you for all you have done for our country. I’ll pray for your prompt recovery. I strongly encourage you to read “The Purpose Driven Life” book. It will help you find answers that only you can discover. And like my mom always told me: “Don’t worry. There is always a light at the end of any dark tunnel”. Take care!

Mercy, Brent, Brandon and Britton

Hi Jon!

I’m so sorry to hear about your injury, the injuries of your friends, and the loss of your one friend. As I write this, I am praying for your healing, physically and in every way. I’ll also pass this on to the prayer list at Northpoint, a 15,000 member church here in Atlanta.

Just by reading through some of these posts, I can see that there is and is going to be a tremendous amount of prayer and healing heading right at you.

I want you to know that I, my 13 year old son Jonathon and my 5 year old son Caleb are deeply deeply grateful to you and your friends for what you have done and are doing, so we are able to do what we love here.

I’m praying specifically that thru this awful experience, God holds you up and comforts you, and loves on you big time. I have a strong sense that you are going to somehow use this experience for great good.

My thoughts and prayers will be with your during this time.

And when your father-in-law shows up, make sure the nurses don’t let him wear that red Hawaiin shirt in the hospital…..

God bless you and keep you

Jeff Herring, Jonathon & Caleb

Get well soon.

Jon,
Thank you for being there when your country needed you. Please accept my heartfelt gratitude and best wishes for you and the others that survived. My deepest sympathy for your fallen comrade. I believe that your paths are among the most difficult on this earth to walk and my family and I appreciate your sacrifices.

I wish to include a quote from a truly great lady, Pearl Bailey. ” We look into mirrors but we only see the effects of our times on us — not our effects on others.”

Jon you truly are a hero and a blessing to this country.
You and your friends are in my prayers. May God aide the medical staff in helping God restore your health.
God Bless You,
Ruth

Dear Jon and fellow soldiers,

We are so thankful for your service to our country. You are the true heros of our time. A real example of bravery and courage. I hope those attributes will help you through healing and rehabilitation.

Please remember laughter is the best medicine. I hope you have access to many comedy DVD’s – Chris Rock, Adam Sandler, Bill Murray, Steve Martin, Eddie Murphy, George Carlin – there are so many. Allow yourself to escape the moment and just laugh at silly movies.

Take care and God Bless,
The Bagnall Family

Hi Jon,

You and your buddies are heroes. There is truly no way to express our great appreciation for the sacrifice you make for our great country.

I pray that you and your buddies get well fast.

God bless you,

Dan Foley

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Hi Jon & to all your friends & families,

A message from the UK.

We really apriciate everything that you & the US troops do & may god bless you & your family for a speedy recovery.

My heart goes out to all those who lost there lives & there friends & families.

My best regards to you all.

Simon

I am supposed to be called “Jägermeister” because of my German name, and no, I don’t drink on duty (icks)… (Just a little dirt joke to make you laugh…) I assume German station treated you superbly and finally now you’re back home.
You are a Man of Honor, you have accomplished your mission bravelly.

Stay tough cookie, we all are with you.

Get well soon and may God bless you!

Heloisa

Hi Jon,

Thank you for all you have been doing in Iraq. Words cannot express how much we appreciate your sacrifice. You are one of the great ones! God bless you and we pray for a fast recovery and a great rest-of-your-life. You must continue on with optimisum. I had an uncle who was shot down twice during WWII. He told me that he had to go on and live a full life, because the men that didn’t make it would have wanted him to do nothing less.

Todd LiPira and family

Jon,
For the sake of your beautiful son and your scared-to-death wife, you must be as whole as you can be. Please never give up the challenges you will face in your recovery process. I thank you for the commitment you made to honor democracy and the freedoms it allows. You efforts are greatly appreciated and are not easily forgotten.
You and your family will be in my prayers.
Lynn

Dear Jon

We are glad and grateful that there are brave people like you prepared to risk everything to preserve the freedom that we all too often take for granted.

We shall be praying that God will comfort you and your family at this difficult time and that with His help you will make a full recovery.

David and Faye Carter
Dawsonville, GA

Jon – I grieve with you over the loss of your team-member and the grave injuries to yourself and your fellow soldiers. I will keep your families in my daily meditations.

Such an experience is very traumatic and I hope that you will be able to feel the love and support that surrounds you from your family, your friends, and even complete strangers.

Like the topaz in the toad’s head
the comfort in the terrible histories
was up front, easy to find:
Once upon a time in a kingdom far away.
Even to the dreadful now of news
we listened comforted
by far timezones, languages we didn’t speak,
the wide, forgetful oceans.
Today, no comfort but the jewel courage.
The war is ours, now, here, it is our republic
facing its own betraying terror.
And how we tell the story is forever after.

– Ursula K. Le Guin

Love to you and yours. Rest, recover in love and light.

Every soldier in Irak and any other war is there serving a duty and believe that they are helping his country and the other country.
These are beautiful ideals and they should be proud of that!
When you believe you are doing good, you really are in your heart!
I love every one of the soldiers for that, and grieve with every loss of young life. Your cause is a noble one and we are proud of you. Regardless of how we feel about this war, we still feel honor to have you guys putting your lives on the line. God will alway help those who believe they are doig good.

Hi Jon, Wishing you a complete and speedy recovery. There are not words that can show my appreciation for your efforts and those efforts of your fellow soldiers. Your willingness to trade your service and too often lives, is truly inspirational. With 11 members of my family currently serving our country, the soldiers and your dedication are always on my mind.

Thank You for who you are and what you represent,

Mike

Jon,

A mere thank you can never fully express the depth of gratitude I and my family have for the scarifices made by you, your colleagues and your family.

I am blessed to live in Va. Beach and have the honor of hearing and watching the navy jets…seeing the aircraft carriers pulling out…witnessing maneuvers by the seal teams…it is trully an awesome experience to see our country’s armed forces in action daily.

I have many friends in the military…I never fully appreciated the sacrifices thier families make until I witnessed it first hand….with that said

God Bless you…God Bless your family….Know that you are a hero in our eyes…We can’t thank you enough for all that you do in the name of our country.

Praying for your fast and full recovery!

With our Deepest Gratitude,
Carrie, Mike, Nick & Grey C.

Dear Jon,

Thanks for your deepest sacrifice and speedy recovery.
Your unselfish committment continues to attract blessings to America and keep it strong.

Keep your spirit strong by celebrating life every day.

You’re the best!

You have my deepest admiration. Service men and women who give unconditionally their time, talent and courage in often apalling conditions for their country deserve our respect.
You have certainly have mine.

Bless you, your family and your colleagues

Simon (UK)

Dear Jon,

A candle shall be lit every night for a week, and I’ll pray that you have a speedy recovery. You seem to have a lovely little man there – find strength in him and draw inspiration and help from loved ones.

Love from Ireland,

Breege.

Hello Jon,

Even if we told you thank you a thousand times a day
it wouldn’t be enough.

Thank you for all of the sacrifices that you, your friends
and your family have made to protect us!

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. I hope you have
a speedy recovery and that you get to go home soon!

With love and appreciation,
Lisa M Cope and family

Jon, thanks from the bottom of my heart for all you have done over there, my family is safer now because of you and all the guys and gals like you, God bless for a speedy recovery.
Jerome Muma and family

I really feel sorry for all those – on all sides – that have been caught up in this mess. War is so unnecessary, yet so commonplace. My son is just about to embark upon an Army career – it’s is his choice but as a parent I can’t help but worry.

You have been the unwilling victim of something you knew could happen but could hardly envisage. You friend and colleague was killed and you need strength to get over not only your own physical injuries but the mental torment that you must be feeling.

I don’t know you but I wish you, and all your colleagues, well. I pray that you will overcome your difficulties and regain strength and stature so that you may hide the scars and be with your family and friends again. be sure, when you come through this (and you must) to remember your friends who have not succeeded in doing so. be strong for your family and friends, make new goals to achieve and new targets to aim for. God bless you.

My family and I thank you for the sacrifices you make in support of our country and freedom.

Jeff

Prayers are being said here for Jon’s recovery. May it be rapid and free from pain, and get him back home to that beautiful son quickly. He, and the other men and women who have put themselves on the line for the rest of us, are my heroes. May their sacrifices never ever be taken for granted.

Jon

You are in my prayers for a speedy recovery – no-one knows what you guys go through for the rest of the world. All the best and God Speed.

Anne in London UK

“Only the wise shall understand…”

Sending prayers for a quick and successful recovery for your son-in-law. Keep the faith and God will see you through it all. Keep your eyes looking forward and stay positive.
God bless each and everyone our troops all over the world.

Hi Jon,

Welcome back and get better soon.

And, thank you for your service to our country… it is truly appreciated.

Cheryl

Jon,

Thank you cannot begin to describe the gratitude my family wishes to express to you today. Our country has had a long history of men with a purpose standing in the gap so that we can all enjoy the freedoms and life that we do today.

I would recommend a good book, The Light and the Glory” by John Marshall. If I were king, I’d make this book required reading for every American. It depicts the dedication and bravery that our country was built upon and what soldiers such as yourself have continued to do to preserve this, the greatest experiment in democracy the world has ever known.

Our prayers are with you and your team for a speedy and complete recovery. God Bless you and God Bless America.

Hi Jon,

We’re praying for you and your team members to heal quickly.

Thank you for serving in the military. We are very proud of our US soldiers who have given so much.

Sincerely,
Ken, Carol, James, Christy and Juliana

My prayer for you… You find the strength to deal with what happen to you. Accept the love of your family when they help carry you when you need carrying. You attract the right professional when you need them. You understand the mind, body and spirit connection, and your Belief that you can be healed in all 3.

Best of Luck
diana vento

Jon,

Our prayers are with you as you embark on the next phase of your journey: recovering from your recent injuries.

Be well!

With Love and Light,
Patty and Family

Jon

God Bless and fast healing! There’s a lot of people out here rooting for you!

Alex

PS Thank you for doing your duty

Jon
May God return you to full strength and health. It is because of brave men like you that this world is a safer place.
God Bless You & Your Family
Richard Hildenbrandt
Psalm 30:2

Best wishes for a full and speedy recovery! THANK YOU for your courage and strength in serving our country. May God bless you, your family and the USA!

Jon,

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your service, your courage and your sacrifice, giving up your time and your safety for your fellow countrymen. My hopes and prayers go out
for your rapid and complete recovery.

God Bless you and yours!

Gene Shambaugh

John the service you and your brothers and sisters have provided for this country is immeasurable! The work,the training and all the sacrifice’s you have made can never be repaid. We hope you fully recover from you injurys and have a full and happy life. Best of luck and again thank you and all other service persons for keeping the US safe and strong!!!

Hi Jon,

My thoughts and best wishes to you and your family.

Get well soon!

Vic

Hi Jon,

You and all of our soldiers are in my family’s prayers every day. God’s speed on your recovery, Jon, and GOD BLESS YOU for your selflessness and bravery! You are truly ONE-IN-A-MILLION!

Dear Jon:

I am praying for your full recovery. We all appreciate and thank you for what you are doing for our country. Thank God you have a loving family that is there to support you during your time of need. What a wonderful role model you are for yout family.

God Bless,

Marti

Dear Jon

We want to offer you our support in a speedy recovery. Our prayers and thoughts are with you, your family, and all those people who give such vital serice for all our safety.

God bless

D&J

Jon,

Many hardy thanks for your service and sacrifice.

Our healing thoughts and prayers are offered on your behalf and may God Bless You and keep you in his loving arms.

Mike R (USN-Ret)

Very best wishes from the UK for a full and speedy recovery, Jon.

Dear Jon,

God’s speed in a fast recovery from your injuries. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Without even knowing you, I know that you are an amazing man indeed! Please get well soon and know that you have a family of friends who love you and want you to feel better soon!

Best wishes and lots of get well hugs,
Carolyn

Jon:
Words seem not enough, to say thank you for your service to our great Nation. If I could, I would just shake your hand, and give you a big hug. May God Bless You, and your wonderful family.

Semper Fi,
Jimmy Whalen

Hi Jon,

I’m a true blue Brit and I wish you a full and speedy recovery. I should also like to thank you and your fellow Americans for the sacrifices you have and are all making.

God bless you and your family – we shall all say a prayer for you at supper tonight.

John

ps my 4 year old daughter, Isabel, says “thats a nice baby”
(Hope you see him soon)

pps

Just remember the power of prayer and positive thinking – so as a man thinketh, so shall he become…

Good luck, Jon. You’ve yout your family’s love and support behind you, that will take you very far. Thank you and wishing you a boundless recovery. Kay, Boston, MA.

Jon,
Hi from Missouri.
I’m saddened to hear about your recent injury and the loss of your friend. We are so grateful to you and the others that serve with you for doing what you do. We are behind you 100%. You must be going through a very hard time right now and I would just like to encourage you to turn to God during this time and let him hold you close and comfort you. We pray for all our service people in the middle east and I will pray specifically for your healing and recovery and also that you would find emotional peace during this tribulation.

Hey Jon,

Just want to say on behalf of myself and my family, thanks for everything you guys do over there in the Middle East. The sacrifice that you make on a daily basis is nothing short of amazing. My nephew is in Iraq right now. Be sure to know that we are all praying for everyone of you guys. We wish you all the best in your recovery!

Jim Martin
Michigan

Hi Jon,

For your service to our country and the sacrifice you made, I personally thank you.

It has been said that America is the land of the free and home of the brave.

I say that America is the land of the free BECAUSE of the brave.

Thank you for your contribution to the land of the free.

Get well soon and God’s Speed,

Jim Kelley

Dear Jon,

I would like to thank you and all the other men and women who have fought and are fighting in order to perserve and uphold freedom for all of us no matter where we live or come from. You are the true heros.

Our prayers are for you your family and your other team members who were injured. But a special prayer for the one person who made the ultimate sacrifice and was killed on the battlefield.

We must confess that we do not know what you and the others have gone through but my prayer is that God will comfort and strengthen you and your family.

God Bless,

Arthur(Bermuda)

Dear Jon and family.
Our deepest thoughts and prayers go to you and your family. You are a Great American! Without people like you and your buddies we could not live the free life we so appreciate. A simple thank you is so little, but that is all we can do.
I have never met your father-in-law Jim, but feel he is like family. That also extends to you.
All our warmest wishes to you for a speedy recovery and for a future in peace.
Arne and Telma

Thank you for your sacrifices and courage. From one old soldier to a young one, you will never be forgotten. The people of this country are behind you and wish you a fast recovery.

Gary

Hey Jon,

Looks like you’ve got some reading ahead of you here! When I first came to this page, there were 98 comments. Fifteen minutes later, there are 215!

As a proud American, I don’t think there are ever enough opportunities for me to express my gratitude to our brave men and women who serve to protect our freedoms. I am extremely proud and grateful for your service, as I am for your brothers and sister in arms.

My nephew joined the Guard last year, and is expecting to go over in 2009. It’s said to think that we’ll still be there then, but I know it’s a reality. There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t worry and pray for him, his safety, and all of our troops.

I’m sorry for the losses you have already experienced in your young life, and I hope you know that your friends who have gone before you would want you to live a full and happy life, as you would have wanted for them. Love your wife, your child, and your life (and tolerate your father-in-law!) as best you can!

God bless you Jon!

~Stephanie

Hi Jon,

Our prayers are with you for a speedy recovery. You are among thousands of heroes serving to keep me and my family safe; thank you and your fellow servicemen and women for everything you do. You dedication, sacrifice, and loyalty is deeply recognized and appreciated.

God Bless,

John W.

A speedy recovery to you, Jon and to all of your comrades who may be struggling with physical or emotional ailments.

I have read of and seen photographs of the experiences that our devoted troops in Iraq are involved with. Stay strong and continue to serve our country and what we stand for. We are grateful for the contributions of citizens like you who are helping to assure a fairer world for all, not just Americans.

May we hear good news soon!

Jon

I’m sorry to hear of your injury – I hope you and your team-mate make a full and speedy recovery and please accept my condolences at the loss of your friend.

To anyone reading this, please say a prayer to whatever god you believe in to finally put an end to this situation one way or another and bring these troops home to their loved ones.

Best wishes from Blighty

Hi Joe,

I had just heard of your injuries. I wanted to send you my support and best wishes for a full and speedy recovery. Please accept my condolences for your lost team member; my prayers are with his family as well.

To your other injured team members I send my best wishes, I hope you can pass it along.

As ex-military (US Army) of a long time ago, I always shudder when I hear of death or injury of our brave soldiers. Stay strong, and get well soon.

You as well as all soldiers in harms way are in my prayers,

Michael

Hey There, Jon!

First and foremost, THANK YOU for the job you do and for the service you give to each and every American by doing that job!

Second, I am so sorry to hear of your injury but know that there are thousands of people that are beaming TO YOU PERSONALLY light, love, healing and prayers! Know that with every step in your recovery, that energy and strength is there for you to use to do more and heal faster than you ever thought that you could! In a moment that feels difficult or in a time of emotional frustration, see the thousands of people around the globe that are cheering you on and sending you their strength in gratitude for the way you have helped all of us!

So, push forward, my friend! See your rapid recovery in your mind and let that image along with our energy and prayers push you farther and farther!

With Warmth and Respect,

Roger DeWitt – New York

Dear Jon,
We can never thank you enough for what you’ve done for your country and the rest of the world. We are eternally grateful for your service and your sacrifice.
May God continue to bless and protect you and may you feel his Love and Grace as you heal.
We pray for your continued healing with love,
Melissa Van Rossum

Thoughts are with you from here in UK. Most of us believe we should never have gone into Iraq putting our boys and girls at risk. As usual politicians never listen to the views of the people and make decisions without consulting us. My personal view and that of many Brits is we as in the Brits and Americans should pull out and tell the ubber Rich Saudis to finance and provide security and an assistance to Iraq. It is not our war so lets get out.

Praying for Jon and your family…

Get well soon, Jon.

Dear Jon,
Having been there and done that in a different place and an earlier time, , I know what its like. Concentrate on getting better, believe it will happen1 Best wishes and keep your personal faith it will sustain you.

Tank Johnson

Jon,

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you a thousand times for protecting us and for that sacrifices you have made. I also thank God for people like you. I wish you a speedy recovery.

John T

Dear Jon,

It’s amazing isn’t it how pale and inadequate “Thank you” can seem. It’s about all we’ve got so A big Indiana THANK YOU to you and all your friends and family. I wish you courage as you reclaim your life and its true path. I am so sorry for your injuries.
Read some good stories of others who’ve had to face big challenges; take inspiration from where ever you can find it and above all buy some comedy tapes, watch & listen to them often and laugh, laugh , laugh!!! A merry heart doeth good…like a medicine. Blessings to you and great expectations for you.
Tempie

Get Well Soon!! Thank you so much for serving our country and helping to protect our freedoms. I appreciate everything you and your fellow soldiers do for us. God bless you all!

Jon,
Wishing you a speedy recovery. Your family will be in my thoughts. Get better soon so you can create life with your family.
Holly

Jon,

Thank you and your fellow soliders for your service. I pray for your full and speedy recovery.

Keith

Greetings Jon,
Your father-in-law has educated, as well as humored many over the years, and it saddens me to think a close member of his family has been affected by such circumstances.
As your close neighbour, we too have young men and women in the region helping to preserve the western world’s freedom and security. It is easy to forget how you all spend your day over there until we hear of such an incident. I am grateful to travel all over North America without the risks that you faced daily. For that alone I thank you!
I wish you a speedy recovery and hope that you watch what your father-in-law does so that you can emulate him and create enough income to look after your family and reach that other freedom that we all strive for as well.

Best wishes from your Canadian friends.

Jon,
Not having walked in your shoes I can’t begin to say I understand how tough it must be over there, I can only imagine how difficult it must really be.
As we go about our daily lives here in the US, we know that the war continues to rage on hour by hour, day after day and troops like you and others continue to fight and sacrifice day and night to help make the world a safer place for the rest of us. I thank you for your sacrifice and your commitment…we are are all in your debt….our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family…Here’s to a speedy and complete recovery

Dear Jon,

Thank you for keeping us safe.

You and all of the troops overseas are in my prayers. Thank you for going to a strange and far away land to keep us safe. God Bless you and your loved ones! and God Bless America!!

Hi Jon,

All the way from Ireland. I just want to wish you all the best and a speedy recovery to you and your friends.

We tend to forget the sacrifice you guys make for the rest of us and unfortunatley it’s times like these that bring it home.

We’ll raise a Guinness to you in the pub this week.

Take care.

Jon,
As an active duty Soldier myself I know the trials and tribulations you face on a daily basis. I’m at the end of my career but I’m thankful knowing we have young leaders such as yourself taking up the reins to do what many will never experience, and that is protecting our country against all enemies, both foreign and domestic.

I’m proud to call you teammate and wish you a speedy recovery and sincerly thank you for what you’re doing for this country. Keep your spirits high and get better.

Stay stong young man…….Army Strong!!

Respectfully,
CPT(P) Timothy A. Gorman (TimG)

SEMPER FI

Jon, I’m always sad to hear about our troops being injured and killed. Your service to our country is important and your bravery is appreciated by many of us. I wish you a speedy and complete recovery. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always with your comrades.
God Bless

Hal H.