SEND ME JOE

“Send Me Joe” is a phrase ringing in my head lately. Yeah it is about Ukraine and the assault by a dictator but it goes way beyond that. I remember the stories told in the past about they came for the _______ but I did nothing then they came for the_____________ again I sat idly by, then they came for the likes of me and nobody helped. You can fill in the blanks using past events or current events (police, conservative, Christian).
I am not trying to be a saint and at my age facing death, well I know where I am going when I die. Compassion for all those in the military is a grave concern. Many are packing up, getting their things in order and spending time with family. The spouses are facing the uncertain future of life without a love one. As a veteran I understand fully that nervous feeling as you walk around with gear and weapon at the ready. Nothing great about me joining the army as a war was winding down (hopefully) because my daughter needed medical care. At one deployment I was pulled because a daughter was on the way. I also have a memory of switching our vehicles for jungle to desert because of an alert. Recently I saw a documentary of the President deciding to send forces to the jungle or the desert. So many years ago and memories fade but I do remember clearly the First To Go, First to Fight and We are not to reason why just do or die.
Many skeptics would say, what can you do at your age. The basic answer is stand with others to let them know they are not alone and we care. I can still handle a rifle or pistol or if need be help in logistics. But most importantly Pray, for the children, men and women that are impacted by this assault. Dear God give the leaders strength, courage and wisdom .
Where do I sign up?

Sir Robert The Bruce