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- Erin Sexton-Sayler
- Username: erinpdx77
- Location: Portland, OR
- Joined PRX: Nov 14, 2004
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- "Dear Mom: I Joined the Marines"
- Summary: An apology and a plea for a mother's understanding when a son joins the Marines.
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Review of Dear Mom: I Joined the Marines
Erin Sexton-Sayler
Posted on July 27, 2005 at 05:07 PM
It sounds like a letter written to his mom- justifying his actions, but also seeking her love and approval. He apologizes and honors her efforts to keep him from joining the military, but is resolute that he is doing the right thing for himself. It made me tear up a bit, but didn't answer the biggest question I had- why? Why join the Marines, why now? Why, despite the fact that your mom tried so hard to keep you from doing it?
Oh yeah- and Martika's "Toy Soldier" plays through the entire piece. Not quite sure if it is appropriate, but it was an interesting choice.