Editor’s note; Lucinda Schmit, proud mother of Taylor and Dustin, would like to add -
“Capt. Maureen Ryan of 227th Supply Co. (Taylor’s Captain) and Dustin’s commanding officer Capt. Scott Brannon of 3rd Brigade 3-187 Inf. helped make this happen. When Dustin got to Baghdad it was [supposed to be just] a stopover before he headed north. I emailed both captains to see if there would be any possible way to get the boys together for a day or a brief visit. They took control at that point and worked it out so that they could spend time together. They hadn’t seen each other in over 8 months and would more than likely not see each other again during their deployment. Dustin was able to spend his 27th birthday with his brother, and they actually got to spend 6 days together. it is a gift they will never forget. They have precious memories to keep all their days, thanks to the kindness and compassion of these two captains. In the middle of a war they made this happen for my sons. I will always hold them in a very special place in my heart for their kindness. Godspeed to all.â€