A Good News Story For A Change

by rob in iraq on May 10, 2008 3:19 AM CDT

I thought it might be a nice change to have something about a Bear doing something good instead of something bad. What Tommie Harris has done for the town of Killeen, Texas hits “home” with me because I was stationed at Fort Hood (which is right next to Killeen) for seven years and I’m quite familiar with the area.

Military children have a rough time growing up, as Tommie Harris probably knows all too well, due to frequent moves and a parent’s (sometimes both) frequent absence because of deployments. So when I read about a PRO athlete, regardless of what team they play for, contributing time and/or funding to improve the morale and quality of life for a military member and their family it just gives me a greater respect for that player.

Visits from PRO athletes, like Tommie Harris, in war zones like Iraq and Afghanistan make a world of difference for the Soldiers deployed there. It is not an easy trip to make and the conditions for their stay are far removed from what they are probably accustomed to. They’ll also make numerous stops, risking their own safety traveling on helicopters through not so friendly skies to see as many service members as possible. So my hat off to Tommie Harris and all the athletes that take the time and effort to improve the morale of service members and their families. Story is on the Bear's official site if the link doesn't work:

http://www.chicagobears.com/news/NewsStory.asp?story_id=4681

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that's great

by columbusOHcubsfan on May 10, 2008 10:15 AM CDT reply actions

If there is anything we can do for our troops

we would love to help if we can. We appreciate you, Rob, and all the soldiers like you who have spent time overseas representing the USA. I’m guessing you are still in Iraq, could you tell us how things are going over there, and if there is anything we, the humble community of Bears fans, can do to make your sacrifice and commitment a more tolerable/interesting/safe deployment?

by gillrowdy on May 12, 2008 11:37 AM CDT reply actions

Thanks For The Kind Words.....

I really appreciate your support of the troops. Things are going well over here; I’m approaching the mid point of a fifteen month deployment so I’m almost "over the hump". I’m fortunate that during this deployment (this is my third) that I have the time every now and then to visit the outstanding WCG blog. I truly enjoy the debates and insight concerning the Bears. My time is limited so I use the blog as a one stop shop for all of the Bear’s news. All I ask is that everyone to keep contributing to the site because I appreciate everyone’s input. Again, thanks for the kind words and the offer of support –

Rob In Iraq (Rob in USA February 2009)

by rob in iraq on May 12, 2008 12:33 PM CDT up reply actions