Now: You are a soldier fighting in Vietnam. Write a letter home explaining what you see, hear, smell, can feel with your hands , and taste. Explain how you feel about being here and what you wish for. Rubric: If written, single spaced, if typed, double spaced 12 point. Always use complete sentences with proper capital letters and punctuation. 1/2page=50% highest possible grade 3/4page=70% highest possible grade Full page=100% highest possible grade

Dear Family,<br /><br />I hope this letter finds you all well. I am writing to you from the jungles of Vietnam, where I have been deployed as a soldier. The experience here is unlike anything I have ever encountered before.<br /><br />The sights here are both beautiful and terrifying. The lush green foliage is breathtaking, but it is also home to the enemy. I have seen the remnants of villages, destroyed by the war, and the faces of the people who have been affected by it. The sounds are a constant reminder of the danger that surrounds us. The rustling of leaves, the distant gunfire, and the cries of the wounded are all too familiar.<br /><br />The smells here are a mix of the earthy scent of the jungle and the acrid smell of smoke from the burning villages. The taste of the food we have is limited, but it is enough to keep us going. The feeling of the hot sun on my skin and the cool breeze that occasionally provides some relief are a constant reminder of the harsh conditions we are living in.<br /><br />Despite the challenges, I am determined to do my part and serve my country. I miss my family and the comforts of home, but I am focused on the mission at hand. I wish for the war to end soon and for peace to be restored. I hope that one day, I can return home and be reunited with all of you.<br /><br />Please take care of yourselves and stay strong. I love you all and think of you often.<br /><br />Your loving son,<br />[Your Name]