I am dedicating this post and the two to follow in a 3-Part series “Out of Comfort Zone Connections” to all of the wonderful relationships I formed during this deployment. It takes effort to get out of our comfort zone; however, when we go out of our way to connect with others, we can create powerful relationships that would otherwise not exist.  I had the opportunity to build bonds I hope will last; I allowed myself to be vulnerable and the reward was incredible.