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There is a special kind of loneliness that only a soldier in the field understands on holidays like Christmas. It is not so much a sad kind of thing as it is a gift kind of thing. It is a feeling you cannot understand unless you have stood that watch.

It is a gift of love for those at home whose safety is purchased by sacrifice. It is a gratitude that this duty station is far from home; as are the battles being waged there.

Soldiers go where they are ordered to go and do what they are told to do when they get there. It’s what they do. It’s the nature of the beast.

Families will know the empty chair of a soldier around the tree or table this year that belongs to their child, spouse or parent. It’s what they do. It’s the nature of the beast.

As you read this, it is already Christmas Day under the boots of an American soldier somewhere around the globe. I wish them all Godspeed and a safe return home. This evening I’ll drink a toast to them as I remember my times walking the same post.

This group is Canadian by nationality but universal by nature. Soldiers are soldiers, no matter where they call home.

The next time you think you are having a hard day at the office or are late for a palates class, remember what Marine Cpl. Todd A. Nicely did for you.

If you feel anything other than humbled to your knees, proud of the young America produced, saddened by the sacrifice he made on our behalf and maybe a little bit angry at those that made this whole necessary, you’re probably not much of an American.

On Veterans Day, honoring Marine who lost limbs in Afghanistan, but not spirit

Semper Fi, Mac!

And let’s not forget the amazing woman he calls his wife, Crystal. She has sacrificed for her country both as a Marine herself and as the spouse of an injured warrior.