Michael was deployed from Fort Riley, KS to Afghanistan the first week of December 2009. He was stationed at FOB Wilson, near Kandahar. On January 3, 2010, while on a routine foot patrol, he was seriously injured by an IED. The same event claimed the lives of his Air Force companion and three soldiers from Fort Carson, CO.
This blog chronicles the events of Michael's life from his injury to the present day. He is now the author of this blog; is married, is a father and lives in Texas with his guide dog, Xxon. His injuries are now healed, he is retired from the U.S. Air Force and is planning on what to do for his next adventure.















Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Our family in Durango Colorado is putting together a fund raiser for Michael.  They asked me to post their flyer.  Please share this with any friends or family who may be interested.  Thank you!


A WOUNDED VETERAN NEEDS YOUR HELP!
~Spaghetti Dinner, Silent Auction and Raffle~


Adults-$8/Kids 12 & under $6


The Malarsie Family is hosting a fundraiser to benefit SrA Michael J. Malarsie, 22 year old son of Jim and Roxann Malarsie (grandson of Allien Morrissey) who was wounded in action in Afghanistan, January 3, 2010 by an IED while on foot patrol with Army Personnel. He is currently at Walter Reed Medical Center where he is presently being treated for severe injuries to his face, neck and head. He has suffered the loss of his left eye, punctured ear drum, skull fractures, broken jaw and possible loss of his right eye.
February 6, 2010 @ Durango VFW from 4-9pm


Dinner, Music and Beer!


Silent auction and raffle items include – Signed print by Jim Rey, Ruger Single Action 45 Colt, Sports Tickets, Jewelry, gas cards, gift certificates for restaurants, hair cuts and massages & more!
All proceeds go to Michael Malarsie for his long term medical care, plastic surgery, home care and any other unforeseen medical expenses once he is home.


*Contact Wendy Malarsie @ (970) 946-9799 for tickets, donations or questions.

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