Because I am an officer and a gentleman they have given me my notebooks, pen, ink and paper. So I write and wait. I am committed to no cause, I love no living person. The fact that I have no future except what you can count in hours doesn't seem to disturb me unduly. After all, the future whether here or there is equally unknown. So for the waiting days I have only the past to play about with. I can juggle with a series of possibly inaccurate memories, my own interpretation, for what is worth, of events. There is no place for speculation or hope, or even dreams. Strangely enough I think I like it like that. Jennifer Johnston
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This quote is one of many that describes the life of a soldier. A soldier must be ready to face any situation or enemy with honor and dignity. They must be prepared to defend their country, even if by doing so they risk their own life. Life for a soldier is not easy, but it is glorious because being part of the army means being part of something greater than oneself.

Source: How Many Miles To Babylon?

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