Thank you for all the courage you exhibit every day of your life. Your life is a testament to your love for Casey and all the other sons who have died in wars for the US.
I don’t think I could ever find words to console you. You have my deepest sympathy and greatest respect.
I didn’t join the military at 17 as I wanted to as talked out of it by a girlfriend who didn’t want to be an army wife. So I finished my ‘A’ levels and went on to study law. The MoD approached me and offered me a fast track position. At 20 I was a naive, honourable young man with a strong sense of right and wrong. They had me. I thought I was doing the right thing. I was aide de camp to a Col in two years. I remember a retired Officer who still worked on base as a trainer talking to me after dinner in the mess one night and telling me to slow down, firstly I was going to burn out and secondly not everything was as it seemed on the surface. His name was Ken Casey.
It took three promotions, various posting home and abroad until I ended up a Defence Policy desk officer in Whitehall briefing Ministers and the public. It was then I saw the system as the control and manipulation tool it was and one capable of immense deceit. How Senior Officers we’re in bed with contractors and walked straight into jobs on leaving. How the wool was pulled over the publics eyes and decisions rarely included the public interest.
I quit. It caused a lot of trouble but I was in my thirties then and couldn’t live with myself. I was making myself ill with the lies I was telling. I like to think of myself as gamekeeper turned poacher these days.
I don’t blame myself. I did what I thought was right at the time. I’m sure there are young men and women being seduced daily into the military across the world. We need to show an alternative path. I need people like you to keep me informed so that I can pass it on. Thank you.
I'm certain that, whatever happens after this life, Casey is very proud of all you've done in his memory. You are a great mother and a great example to all of us. There is no loss worse than the loss of a child. Take care of yourself. You are very special.
thank you for sharing Cindy. Sending love and sympathy on the lost of Casey. I admire your drive to continue protesting what this awful empire has done and is still doing even more.
Your story affected my life. Casey’s story affected me deeply. Seeing you out there, raising questions hit me hard... & I was barely out of college. If you hadn’t shared it, I’d never have known as soon, if ever, what I know now about the military/govt. I know it’s no consolation, but your sharing his story saved lives. Thank you.
I cried when I read this - ever since 'Camp Casey', I have loved and admired your courage and steadfast work for peace and the truth and freedom. You have done Casey proud, turning the greatest sorrow any parent has into making the world a better place in your son's honor.
I wish I could have known Casey and I wish I could meet you in person some day.
Saying I'm sorry for your loss will never be enough. I appreciate everything you do in tribute to Casey and all others who were so needlessly lost.
Thank you for all the courage you exhibit every day of your life. Your life is a testament to your love for Casey and all the other sons who have died in wars for the US.
Every night when we would tuck him in and kiss him good night, he would say, "this was the best day of my life." 💔
I don’t think I could ever find words to console you. You have my deepest sympathy and greatest respect.
I didn’t join the military at 17 as I wanted to as talked out of it by a girlfriend who didn’t want to be an army wife. So I finished my ‘A’ levels and went on to study law. The MoD approached me and offered me a fast track position. At 20 I was a naive, honourable young man with a strong sense of right and wrong. They had me. I thought I was doing the right thing. I was aide de camp to a Col in two years. I remember a retired Officer who still worked on base as a trainer talking to me after dinner in the mess one night and telling me to slow down, firstly I was going to burn out and secondly not everything was as it seemed on the surface. His name was Ken Casey.
It took three promotions, various posting home and abroad until I ended up a Defence Policy desk officer in Whitehall briefing Ministers and the public. It was then I saw the system as the control and manipulation tool it was and one capable of immense deceit. How Senior Officers we’re in bed with contractors and walked straight into jobs on leaving. How the wool was pulled over the publics eyes and decisions rarely included the public interest.
I quit. It caused a lot of trouble but I was in my thirties then and couldn’t live with myself. I was making myself ill with the lies I was telling. I like to think of myself as gamekeeper turned poacher these days.
I don’t blame myself. I did what I thought was right at the time. I’m sure there are young men and women being seduced daily into the military across the world. We need to show an alternative path. I need people like you to keep me informed so that I can pass it on. Thank you.
💔😭🙏❤
I'm so sorry for the loss of your beautiful son Cindy. May God bless you, bring you peace and fill your life with love.
"While mourning his unjustified murder, every day I strive to live up to Casey’s life."
We mourn with you Cindy. 💔
Thank you for keeping on keeping on. 🕯
#TheMothersAreComing
I'm certain that, whatever happens after this life, Casey is very proud of all you've done in his memory. You are a great mother and a great example to all of us. There is no loss worse than the loss of a child. Take care of yourself. You are very special.
thank you for sharing Cindy. Sending love and sympathy on the lost of Casey. I admire your drive to continue protesting what this awful empire has done and is still doing even more.
Thank you for sharing this heartbreaking newsletter; my heart goes right to you. It is so, so sad, and I am crying with you in NH.
God bless you, Cindy, for turning your tragedy into a crusade for peace.
Your story affected my life. Casey’s story affected me deeply. Seeing you out there, raising questions hit me hard... & I was barely out of college. If you hadn’t shared it, I’d never have known as soon, if ever, what I know now about the military/govt. I know it’s no consolation, but your sharing his story saved lives. Thank you.
Thank you forever for standing up and speaking out while others remained silent.
I cried when I read this - ever since 'Camp Casey', I have loved and admired your courage and steadfast work for peace and the truth and freedom. You have done Casey proud, turning the greatest sorrow any parent has into making the world a better place in your son's honor.
I wish I could have known Casey and I wish I could meet you in person some day.
Much Love,
Amy in NYC
Thank you for all your work Cindy, on this sad anniversary and always.
Thanks.
Your love of peace for The People of the world is Casey's spirit living on forever.