With your permission, I would like to post your letter as a featured story at War Stories, which is a Vietnam Veterans' web page. You may read what the page is About and then let me know if it's okay to post the letter. I would warn you that many who read the letter may not respond kindly, although I think most will. You ask for Forgiveness, and I would first ask you a few questions. Words mean things, Julie.
Words can shock.
Words can cause pain or laughter. Words can bring tears. Words can harden the heart. And words can bring Forgiveness prompting release of unspoken resentment and bedrock hatred. Words are important.