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Dec 25, 2023Liked by Sean Patrick Hughes

I am lucky to be married to just such a man. A man who is willing to do hard things for the people who depend on him. He is one of the smartest, hardest working, and kindest people I know, and your writing helps remind me to be grateful for him.

Blessings to you and your family this Christmas and in the coming year.

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Dec 26, 2023Liked by Sean Patrick Hughes

This post really hit home for me. I have definitely had my share of ups and downs since leaving active duty back in 2009 and it is tempting to define my success (or lack thereof) in purely financial terms. Christmas is definitely a time for remembering that our purpose in life has nothing to do with the balance in our bank account and your essay was a welcome breath of fresh air as I prepared to spend some quality time with my family over the holiday break. Thank you!

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