#12: A Wall of Sand
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Northeastern Iraq | Fall of 2006 | By ARTIS HENDERSON
“When the second race came, in the dark predawn hours of early November, it wasn’t Miles that telephoned to relay the details. Two soldiers in dress uniform, faces I did not know, each composed in a mask of tearless sympathy, came to tell me the news.”
Artis Henderson lives and writes in southwest Florida. She is working on her first major piece, a collection of stories from Iraq War widows.
Music courtesy of Plastic Alibi (”Borderline,” Jamendo), Descent Psychosis (”Anthill Restore,” Jamendo), En Busca Del Pasto (”Parta Cuarta” and “Parta Premera,” Jamendo), and Ehma (”Le Chant de Sirens Part 1,” Jamendo).
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November 28th, 2007 at 4:09 pm
Your words and the telling left me breathless. This is a beautiful, horrifying piece that never stumbles into sentimentality. I wish you the best.
November 29th, 2007 at 4:23 pm
Wow, I remember the day but not as clearly as you. I remember how helpless I felt. I miss you and love you! Thanks for sharing this with me.
November 29th, 2007 at 6:44 pm
I had tears well up when i listened to that. Your words were very moving and captivating.
November 30th, 2007 at 2:19 pm
Everyone reading your story and hearing your words should enjoy every freedom they have a little more. Your\’s is the real story of a hero who was a common man asked to do extraordinary tasks. Bless you for sharing your story.
December 6th, 2007 at 11:27 am
A poignant story of love & heartbreaking loss. Told without complaint, the fortitude, a measure of the sacrifices made that our humanity cries to honor.
December 13th, 2007 at 5:26 am
Artis, what a lovely way to tell your story. Not only do you have a wonderful way of expressing yourself but your voice expresses your heart as well. You are truly talented. Thank you Miles for serving our country and thank you Artis for telling your story.
December 13th, 2007 at 6:09 am
I felt like I was there watching Miles’ race and there with you as you learned of his 2nd race. I thank Miles for what he has given and I thank you for letting me experience this part of your life. Artis, you are a truly talented woman. Thank you for sharing.
December 14th, 2007 at 7:45 pm
Artis,thank you for your powerful story of your late husband,My condolence on your lose.God Bless him for serving this country.And God Bless you for shareing this with us.Mike G.(retired corrections officer and former service member.)