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Congratulations From Iraq

May-21-2004 » Filed Under: 3/2 SBCT

Here's a great story involving a Task Force Olympia soldier.

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When high school graduates walk across the stage to receive their diplomas, moms and dads are usually there. For Athens Bible School senior Jonathan Jett, having both parents around was not possible. However, his childhood friend made sure Jonathan's dad was still a part of the celebration.

During Thursday night's commencement, the school played a slide show with photos of each graduating senior during different stages of their lives. When Jonathan's turn came, his dad popped up on the big screen.

Feeling confused at the time, he says, "I was kind of wondering why they had a picture of Daddy in there."

As more photos of his dad popped up, Jonathan heard a familiar voice. His dad had recorded a special greeting in his honor. "About that time, I lost everything," he says.


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