It can be tough to make the transition, especially after a deployment. It seems like you are still living half a world away and the recent experiences still weigh heavily on your mind. The transition becomes easier with time, especially if you can surround yourself with other veterans, even those who weren’t in the same conflict. They know what it’s like to serve.

But you aren’t doing a disservice to your comrades in arms when you go on with your “normal life.” In fact, you are honoring the best way you can. We serve so that others can live. And there is honor in that.

Thanks for your service, and thanks for sharing.