Matthew G. Brooks

To Ms. John Doe,

Good day to you, my name is Col. Godfey Anderson, Battalion Commander. I regret to inform you that your husband Sgt. John Doe died while serving under my command. I’d like to take this time to send you my deepest regrets.

A soldier died today defending the country that he loved,
I now gather my men around and pray to the Lord above,
Lord we come to you in despair;
we’re fighting a war and are awfully scared,
Everyday a soldier dies,
and everyday the emotions we hide,
He was a husband, father, brother, and son,
why do the good die young,
He never cared about medals on his chest;
all he wanted was to put the world’s demons to rest,
He fought with pride, bravery and honor,
I know they had a little girl, I pray these words will clam her,
We ask that you bring healing upon the family that grieves;
guide and protect us as we fight to keep America free, Amen.

Peace Be Your Journey
Godfey Anderson
Col. Commanding

Dear Col. Anderson,

Hello my name is Ms. Jane Doe, first I’d like to thank you for your letter, I know it must be heartbreaking to have one of your men die, so I’d like to take this time to send my deepest regrets to you,

My husband was a brave and prideful man,
he was never happier than when he was under your command,
He followed your orders to a tee,
and he was happy to give his life to keep America free,
I know he’s looking down upon us both, keeping you safe and me warm,
He is still with me – just not in physical form,
I pray all of you make it home safe,
I hate for any other wife to deal with this pain.
Thank you for your letter, he was all I had,
please come home soon, I miss you dad.

Love always
Ms. Doe