Summer is quickly disappearing and I'm not really sure where it went. Schools supplies have been bought and bed times are being enforced again which can only mean one thing. School starts Monday. I love my summers with the kids. we do what we want when we want and I hope when they are grown they remember summers as kids as a great thing.
As much as I love summer it is time to get back to reality because the sooner the school year starts the sooner its over and the sooner my family is all in one place again. Speaking of my traveling family mamber. Joe is in mississippi for a while and I may get the chance to go see him!! We have decided that if it works out I will go visit him and the kids will stay home with my mom. I know they would love to see him but saying good-bye is so hard on Hailey I just can't see making her do it again so soon. But with that said if ANYONE knows of ways to make flying and staying in MS more cost efficant PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE let me know. I didn't realize how much flying somewhere cost holy cow!!
Thats about all I got for now. We are going enjoy every minute of summer left and I hope you do too.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
nothing new
its been a few days so I thought I would add a little something.
I got home Monday from an AmAzInG!!! long weekend at the lake of the Ozarks. I got to relax and soak up some sun with some really great friends. It was just what I needed before we jump back into school, dance and soccer. Its going to be a very busy year but that's OK it will make the days go faster.
Other than that not much new going on. summer is winding down and we are all a little sad about that but its time to get this year going!
I got home Monday from an AmAzInG!!! long weekend at the lake of the Ozarks. I got to relax and soak up some sun with some really great friends. It was just what I needed before we jump back into school, dance and soccer. Its going to be a very busy year but that's OK it will make the days go faster.
Other than that not much new going on. summer is winding down and we are all a little sad about that but its time to get this year going!
Monday, August 2, 2010
Army wives.
I didn't write this but it seemed fitting
army wives
I would like to recognize those often underestimated, unseen and unheard heroes. This is for the young women that are waking up at 6 a.m. every morning, laying out clothes, and packing three lunches for those small precious children that they have been left alone to care for. This is for the pregnant Army wife wondering if her husband will make it home in time to watch their miracle happen. This is for the Army wife that canceled all her plans to wait by the phone, and even though the phone broke up and cut off every time you spoke to him you waited anyway. This is a pledge to the women that cry themselves to sleep in an empty bed.
This is to recognize the woman that felt like she was dying inside when he said he had to go, but smiled for him anyway. This is for those of you that are faithfully in that long line at the post office once a month, handling 2 large boxes and 2 small children like a pro. This is for that woman that decided to remodel the house to pass time, and then realized that she had no idea what she was doing and sighed and wished she had a little help. This is for all the lonely nights, all the one-person dinners, and all of the wondering thoughts because you havent heard from him in days. This is for the sad Army wives, the angry Army wives, and the strong Army wives. A toast to you for falling apart and pulling yourselves back together. Because a paycheck isnt enough, a body pillow in your bed is no consolation, and a web cam can never compare.
This is for all of you no matter how easy or hard this was for you. Our soldiers are brave, they are heroes, and so are we. So the next time someone tells you that they could never marry an Army guy, dont bother explaining to them that you cant control who you fall in love with. Just think of this and nod your head, know that you are the stronger woman. Hold your head up high, hang that flag in your front yard, stick 100 magnets on your car, and then give yourself a pat on the back. Be proud to be the woman that you are, be proud to be an Army wife!!
army wives
I would like to recognize those often underestimated, unseen and unheard heroes. This is for the young women that are waking up at 6 a.m. every morning, laying out clothes, and packing three lunches for those small precious children that they have been left alone to care for. This is for the pregnant Army wife wondering if her husband will make it home in time to watch their miracle happen. This is for the Army wife that canceled all her plans to wait by the phone, and even though the phone broke up and cut off every time you spoke to him you waited anyway. This is a pledge to the women that cry themselves to sleep in an empty bed.
This is to recognize the woman that felt like she was dying inside when he said he had to go, but smiled for him anyway. This is for those of you that are faithfully in that long line at the post office once a month, handling 2 large boxes and 2 small children like a pro. This is for that woman that decided to remodel the house to pass time, and then realized that she had no idea what she was doing and sighed and wished she had a little help. This is for all the lonely nights, all the one-person dinners, and all of the wondering thoughts because you havent heard from him in days. This is for the sad Army wives, the angry Army wives, and the strong Army wives. A toast to you for falling apart and pulling yourselves back together. Because a paycheck isnt enough, a body pillow in your bed is no consolation, and a web cam can never compare.
This is for all of you no matter how easy or hard this was for you. Our soldiers are brave, they are heroes, and so are we. So the next time someone tells you that they could never marry an Army guy, dont bother explaining to them that you cant control who you fall in love with. Just think of this and nod your head, know that you are the stronger woman. Hold your head up high, hang that flag in your front yard, stick 100 magnets on your car, and then give yourself a pat on the back. Be proud to be the woman that you are, be proud to be an Army wife!!
Week 1
We have survived the first full week. From experience this was always the worst week for the kids and I. It hasn't been too bad but I did notice alot more picking and snipping at each other. i think we are starting to fall into a routine and things are starting to seem semi-normal. With that said we had to go to the doctor today. Nothing like trying to be "normal" with sick kids. Turns out collin has wicked swimmers ear in both ears for the second time this summer. When the doctor says "Holy cow!!" I think that is a bad sign. he is now on drops and we will stay out of the water for a few days. Hailey has a summer cold complete with a fever and a bad attitude. They both also have been blessed with Joe and I's allergies and Ragweed is very high right now so we are sneezing all over the place. AND on top of all of this I am getting myself ready for a mini vacation for grown ups only. I can't remember a time since I've been married that I have been anywhere with out Joe or the kids. It will be very strange to be without them.
so week one is in the books only 51 weeks left.
so week one is in the books only 51 weeks left.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
I need a hobby
One thing I have learned from surviving several deployments is that when Joe is away for long periods of time I do not sleep very much. Now anyone out there who really knows me well knows that this is a very bad thing for me. I LOVE SLEEP! I love my bed and my pillows and the sound my fan makes but while he is gone sleeping is just something that doesn't happen. Its not worry I don't think because really the only time I worry is when he is flying (crazy I know) I just can seem to shut off my mind to fall asleep. I think it may be that I have to remember everything for all of us here at home and I'm afraid i will forget something. But anyway since I'm up at odd hours when the rest of the world is sound asleep I need a hobby. It needs to be something kinda quiet since I don't want to wake the kids but I can't seem to come up with anything just yet. A girl can only play around on facebook for so long before your eyes want to pop out of your head. I am open to ideas and if anyone suggests going for a run at 3 AM they may get beat....
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
I'm sorry. - Warning this may be bitchy
I was going to try to always keep this upbeat and positive but I need to get something off my chest.....Please people stop telling me how sorry you are for me. I and every other military spouse out there DO NOT want people feeling sorry for us. My husband did not die he is just at work for a while. I am fully aware of how much it sucks and how hard it is to be a single parent so please stop telling me how you just don't think you could do it. I really don't have a choice and I am trying really hard to make the best out of a shitty situation. No I didn't want him to leave and yes I miss him all the time but when you look at me and YOU get all teary what the hell do you think that does to me?!? I have dug out my Super Woman cape and am going to be just fine. I may have my moments but don't we all? I don't need sympathy I need support. I need to laugh and relax not answer a million and one questions about whether or not I worry about Joe getting shot ( and yes I have had to answer this one a few times) or my favorite "Do you miss him?" Are you kidding me? seriously this is a dumb question. How about instead you ask what Joes address is so you can write him OR even better ask me to go out for a drink sometime...now that would be awesome!
O.K. I feel a little better. Please know this wasn't directed at any one person I just needed to get it out.
O.K. I feel a little better. Please know this wasn't directed at any one person I just needed to get it out.
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