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American Sniper by Chris Kyle – Thoughts

An American hero, Chris Kyle was the greatest sniper of American military history. His autobiography showcases his childhood, his time as a Navy SEAL, as well as his wife’s input on the experience of being a SEAL wife.

The memorial edition was even more harrowing than I expected it to be, with several letters in memoriam of Chris. These letters showed that Chris was even more of a man outside of the career that he so loved and lived for.

I see Chris Kyle as a hero. I also see those who don’t think he is as un-American. War is intense but I can’t pretend that I know more than what I’ve learned as a civilian.

“Little by little, I realized I wasn’t the most important thing in his life. The words were there, but he didn’t mean it.”

Taya Kyle, American Sniper

I commend Taya for her openness and vulnerability in sharing this. I understand that we have to be honest with ourselves (and others if we’re so willing; but that depends on how much of your personal life you’re willing to share) about our significant others and how we fit into their lives. I’m sure it took a lot of time and tears for Taya to understand and accept this realization that she wasn’t Chris’s first choice.

Read on.