I was telling my Mom this has been some of the darkest days I could remember as a competitor. She looked at me with that look that I know so well and I could tell she was disappointed with my words.

She responded that I am living my dream every day. I am here chasing what matters to me, doing what I want the way I want to do it. I am a free man with a wife who is free to chase her dreams and raising two great kids who are also free. She reminded me of my Cousin Row who is on the front line everyday protecting those freedoms while his family sits at home and prays for his safe return.

I forget, we all do from time to time of the sacrifices that are being made so we can live in the World we do. Those heros that came before us and those that walk among us today. So thank you Row and thank you to all the armed forces for doing what you do.

I am a part of this fabric of freedom you lay your life on the line to protect. I am forever in your debt and you will always have my gratitude.

Tell your loved ones to thank an Armed Forces member today.

-Carwin

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brandon fields Comment by brandon fields on September 12, 2010 at 9:16am
i look at it like this. protecting are beloved country is mandatory...competing in the UFC is not.
Marilyn K Hathaway Comment by Marilyn K Hathaway on September 10, 2010 at 7:57am
Shane, you have all the tools in the next rematch with Brock. All but Cardio. Brock is a cardio monster and that allowed him to survive and take you into Rd 2 which you showed total exhaustion. Do the roadwork like it is for your total survival and you will be the next Champion. Good luck!!!!
mark copeland Comment by mark copeland on September 7, 2010 at 6:20am
Don't sweat it man.Your fans know you'll be back,better than ever.Brock want be so lucky the next time.Can't wait to see you in the octagon again.
Steven mcdonell Comment by Steven mcdonell on September 4, 2010 at 7:09pm
nice Blog, yeah you should definatly switch to a organic food diet. I did and its done wonders for my health and wellbeing.
Ekin Law Comment by Ekin Law on September 4, 2010 at 8:59am
Have a good Life , Mr Carwin.
Charli Edwards Comment by Charli Edwards on September 3, 2010 at 12:05pm
@David Haugh Goodluck dude, my mates gonna be on R&R for 2 weeks and then he'll be back out there till atleast christmas :(

Look after yourself :) x
David Haugh Comment by David Haugh on September 3, 2010 at 12:03pm
headed to afghan here soon as well...
EL MERO PERRO Comment by EL MERO PERRO on September 3, 2010 at 11:35am
WELL SAID SHANE.....WE SOMETIMES GET LOST IN OUR OWN WORLD AND SOMETIMES LET SLIP AWAY THE THOUGHT OF A FRIEND OF LOVED ONE OVER SEAS GETTIN BUCKED AT BY THE TALIBAN... SEMPER FI BROTHAS AND SISTAS MAKE IT HOME SAFE!
Charli Edwards Comment by Charli Edwards on September 3, 2010 at 10:57am
One of My best friends Flies home safe and sound From Afghan tomorrow, I'm very grateful that he gets to come home to us and his family, I've always supported the troops because I know first hand what amazing people they are.
xxxxx
Row Carwin Comment by Row Carwin on September 3, 2010 at 9:17am
Holy Smokes man...you and Lani are too much dude. Thank you so much for the support. Megan and I truly appreciate every ounce of it believe me....ATTACK!

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