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Obviously it’s not my post, I just wanted to get the story read a little more. I remember when it was posted, and it’s just as powerful now to me as it was then.
Edit: holy fuck boys, most viral. Honestly, I’m just happy that so many people read it. I have plans to find the Reddit user and thank them as well as share how many people found this story powerful.
Be good to each other, the world needs it.
TheLilYeti
I knew from the beginning that was going to be the ending.. maybe he could tell the troops they are "doing the right thing"
boneappleteet
Is it just me or is it hot in here? My eyes are sweating
Surio
This is one of those reposts that I can get behind. It gets you... Every. single. time!
MeestowKitty
One of my favorite posts to come across.
nolookie
Love this. Makes me cry every time.
BungusAmungus
Liek if u cry evrytime
imnotinprisonhidingaphoneinmybutt
Goosebumps. No shit.
MGMadness
First time reading this... I guess this is what reposts are for.
boodloop
Glad to have shared, please be there for the ones who need you when they do.
DoggieSan
If something like this existed I would look like the freaking shredder!
boodloop
You and me both, brother. Or sister. I dunno.
RatchetTheWusky
Oh wow... And wait.. Were did he get hit?
boodloop
Doesn’t say. Just says “center mass”. I’m assuming it hit a viral organ or two.
JenkemLazerSkeet
#1: When asked about the scar, he mumbled something about jet fuel and steel beams. I didn't hear exactly what he said but the scar grew.
Oroborose
Oh shit my feelers are damaged
alelreturn
I’ve never read this before, but saw it coming. Hurt just the same..
Hexxxxxxxxx
I will read this from start to finish every time it is posted.
JustAGirlWithADog
Seriously, I have probably read this 15 times . I will STILL read it every time I see it.
NightDany
"pee isn't stored in balls"
EdwardStarsmith
As a Paramedic I would tell people, "Nobody dies in the back of my unit". It wasn't a lie. They don't die until we get to the hospital, 1/2
EdwardStarsmith
2/2 and the doc pronounces them dead.
boodloop
Technicalities are my favorite form of sticking to the truth.
CalibrationTest
"I don't want a big tiddy goth gf" *massive scar wraps around my entire body*
TheHeero
Its a repost but its still one of the best stories out there
ArchbishopOfBanterburry
Plot twist: guy ended up being ok but Joe got clipped by the med evac helo as it landed. Left a helluva scar.
BiomechPhoenix
I love this. Never says normal wounds don't also leave scars.
Potats77
long time lurker here, never seen this, thanks op
boodloop
You’re welcome, commenter.
Imissmylurk
I actually wrote a short based off this prompt... if anyone is interested in a read pm me.
anticippointment
Wait, I'm confused about the story. So the cops knew that internal affairs were setting them up?
YouL0stTheGame
One of the best lies to tell
pineapplesinvinegar
This idea could feed into that spoken word poem by the first responder who had to tell parents it wasnt their fault their baby died
addictedtorain
That one hurts my soul more than this one
Ashliarco
Link please.. I'd like to read it
Ewoutvhw
Took some time, but found it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PgmRUJ3rofM
pineapplesinvinegar
https://youtu.be/PgmRUJ3rofM
pineapplesinvinegar
It's tough to hear man
Velglarn
Oldie but damn goodie
TheVegetable
Oof. That's a heavy hitter. Kudos to the writer for managing to give me an emotional gut-punch. I don't get those often enough.
shambhuarvindnair
Beautiful
Plooperoo
Definitely the best short story i have ever read.
Stebeven116
First time seeing this. Man it hits deep
boodloop
Hence why I shared it. I’m glad so many people were moved by it, the author has to know exactly how well it’s been received.
jenzhere99
I've never seen this story before but wow was it powerful!
boodloop
I’m glad to have shared it with someone for their first time, I hope you don’t forget this amazing story and can share it with others.
SerenePrincess013
Had a friend who was a DI for the army. First time he lost a recruit, I held him as he came completely apart. 1/2
SerenePrincess013
His cries of grief still haunt my dreams. It's been 16 years.
boodloop
I hope you can find peace, my friend. I can’t imagine. I was in the room as both my grandmother and cousin of 24yrs passed from brain cancer
boodloop
So, in a much, much less-direct way, I can try to hope to comprehend. I feel for you.
SerenePrincess013
We still talk, from time to time. I was his de facto therapist for a few yrs, until he got himself straightened out. 1/2
SerenePrincess013
I never told him how much it hurt to see such a sting man break like tat. No sense in compounding his guilt, ya know?
justplayingdiceuntilthegodscomeback
Thsnks for this.
justplayingdiceuntilthegodscomeback
Or thanks even.
boodloop
You’re welcome, I take it you enjoyed the story?
justplayingdiceuntilthegodscomeback
Very much. Reading is a passion. Spelling on a phone...not so much.
boodloop
I’m glad to have shared this with you, then.