When Kruse Corner was still just a blog, there was a section that contained excerpts from a journal I had kept while deployed to Afghanistan. I had shared it with the intention of presenting another perspective of a combat zone. The Kruse Corner Podcast just had its 2-year anniversary and to recognize that, I have brought back one of the most requested and commented on sections of the original blog: The POG Diaries. Remember, it isn’t always about who has the best story. Sometimes its simply about sharing different perspectives so we can connect. While this episode only contains roughly 10 percent of the original journal, the excerpts selected are meant to provide examples of how an individual changes, the dark sense of humor, death and loss, highs and lows, bonding, and disconnect that take place during and after a deployment. If you have a story you would like to share about your deployment, service, or transition, please reach out on Instagram to schedule a Zoom call.
