andy33 Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 Hi to all, Some six months ago I posted about "My son in Afghanistan" and frankly was overwhelmed at the response. So I thought I'd post a bit of an update. After a successfull tour he is due back into the UK this evening and will parade with his squadron through Uxbridge town on August the 5th, obviously we'll be there very proud parents cheering on the boys. So to all you fine gents and ladies who posted giving your best regards may my wife and I give a sincere thanks Best regards Andy & Jules. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexr Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 Well done that man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seisobs Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 I wish I was there to Buy him a pint or 10. Hereos' the lot of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazza Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 Tell him to parade with his head held high. I'd buy him a pint any day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frenchieboy Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 Lads like yours deserve a lot of respect, you and your family must be very proud of him and of course you must be pleased to have him home safely! I'm sure that I speak for all of us when I say wish him well from all of us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S.O.A.B.W.F. Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 Glad to see him home safe, can only hope the same for the rest of the lads and lassies out there. They do a thankless job and deserve more recognition. HEROES EVERY LAST ONE OF THEM. THANK HIM FROM ME Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Sweepy Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 My god was that six months ago. Bet that was the longest six months for you and your wife Andy. Thank you for the update. So good to hear his on his way home. Boy i would love see your faces when he gets off the plane. When you have finished hugging him please give him the big hug from me. How long the leave has he got . And i know am getting on a bit. But boy he looks so young. Keep up the good work young man. xxxSuzy To Mrs Andy As one mum to the other . I am so please that your tears will be joyful ones . At the safe return of your little boy. Because in are eyes thats what they will always be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy33 Posted August 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 My god was that six months ago.Bet that was the longest six months for you and your wife Andy. Thank you for the update. So good to hear his on his way home. Boy i would love see your faces when he gets off the plane. When you have finished hugging him please give him the big hug from me. How long the leave has he got . And i know am getting on a bit. But boy he looks so young. Keep up the good work young man. xxxSuzy To Mrs Andy As one mum to the other . I am so please that your tears will be joyful ones . At the safe return of your little boy. Because in are eyes thats what they will always be. Many thanks for that suzy, yeh he will allways be my baby and i'm so glad he's back can't wait to see him, so looking forward to his parade on the 5th. love Jules. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spaniel Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 well done and glad to hear that he is coming back home safe you must be a very proud dad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boromir Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 God bless your son and all those that are fighting a war thousands of miles away, your son and all those that are putting there lives on the line are all heroes. Your son and all those fighting get my total respect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindsay Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 From an ex soldier,welldone that man and have a bluddy gppd leave mate you deserve it,AND get your dad to buy a pint from me but on a sadder note i last my mate last weekend to IED roadside bomb RIP CRAIG HOPPSON. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rascal_2005 Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 good to see him back safe buddy, buy him a pint from me!!! anyone that will fight and die for there country deserves respect. john boy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy33 Posted August 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 From an ex soldier,welldone that man and have a bluddy gppd leave mate you deserve it,AND get your dad to buy a pint from me but on a sadder note i last my mate last weekend to IED roadside bomb RIP CRAIG HOPPSON. So sorry to hear that The scourge of our tour out there, my saddest condoleces to you and his family. Best regards Andy & Jules. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kev 1 Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 ou must be so proud and happy that he is back safe and well, they all are doing such a good job out there and every place they go...... He must have a lot of courage and no fear.... Respect Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeon master Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 It’s good to see that you’re supporting him as it makes a massive difference to troops when they have supporting family and friends whilst on operations. All who have served will know how good it feels to receive a letter when you’re a long way from home but essential for the moral of our soldiers, sometimes they break your heart but worth every tear. I salute your son and tell him well done from the members of Pigeon Watch. The PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gyp Posted August 1, 2009 Report Share Posted August 1, 2009 Tell the lads to have an beer and put it on my tab. Where would be without them. And we think a day sat in a hide is tough.! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy33 Posted August 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2009 It’s good to see that you’re supporting him as it makes a massive difference to troops when they have supporting family and friends whilst on operations. All who have served will know how good it feels to receive a letter when you’re a long way from home but essential for the moral of our soldiers, sometimes they break your heart but worth every tear. I salute your son and tell him well done from the members of Pigeon Watch. The PM Many Thanks PM, least to say its been a difficult 6 months for all the family so now to have him back is over whelming. Regards Andy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AIRARMSTX200 Posted August 2, 2009 Report Share Posted August 2, 2009 i remember the thread i also added my post then. well done well earned break. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeinVA Posted August 2, 2009 Report Share Posted August 2, 2009 Mr. Andy, sir.. As an old Colonial army vet, and a father of two military members i take my hats off to you, your boy and your family. I am so proud of my children as i am of your boy. There is an old saying here: Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country!! The pride i have for our boys and girls are not divided by this pond that separates us, or that our flags are different, but because they are our Children!! And shall forever remain such. I am so very glad he is safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy33 Posted August 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2009 Mr. Andy, sir.. As an old Colonial army vet, and a father of two military members i take my hats off to you, your boy and your family. I am so proud of my children as i am of your boy. There is an old saying here: Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country!! The pride i have for our boys and girls are not divided by this pond that separates us, or that our flags are different, but because they are our Children!! And shall forever remain such. I am so very glad he is safe Cheers Lee, Our son speaks highly of the yanks out there, he had a particularly good time with them on Black Hawks and also many hours playing poker !!, plenty of good memories for him and firm friends made for ever. Everybody out there wants to achieve the same thing, peace for the Afghan people. Regards Andy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveK Posted August 2, 2009 Report Share Posted August 2, 2009 Pleased he's safe. My lads out there AGAIN next month. Talk about playing the odds. Full support and respect to the guys that are out there but utter contempt for the government that's getting them killed and can't be bothered to see them home. Or equip them properly for that matter. ??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy33 Posted August 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2009 Hope your lads safe dave, and i'll second the goverment remark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadow mag Posted August 2, 2009 Report Share Posted August 2, 2009 good on your son. my son has just come back for two weeks r and r. then goes back over due to finish his tour on the 5th dec. back for christmas. i bet your glad he is back be proud very proud of him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckytrigger Posted August 2, 2009 Report Share Posted August 2, 2009 Glad he back safe. best regards from ex inf (iraq telic2). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tis1979 Posted August 2, 2009 Report Share Posted August 2, 2009 Good on him hope he enjoys his leave. My Bro is heading out in Feb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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