A True Gift Of The Season
h/t: BlackFive
Somewhere In Rashid, Iraq
The family could have been any family in the larger Rashid district. There was nothing to truly set them apart in appearance from any other family, nor is their home distinctive. What sets this family apart is not appearance, wealth, or such things, but rather a generosity of spirit.
While many families joke about cooking for an army, this family truly did so — at least for a platoon. Continuing a tradition begun last Thanksgiving, this family invited a platoon they have gotten to know and respect for dinner. Knowing that these men were away from home and loved ones during special times of the year, this family decided that they would bring the holidays to them. So, they invited “their” platoon over for dinner, and were kind enough to let me come as well. . . .
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