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Joe
It does. I try to maintain and stay calm but certain things send me right over the edge.
posted by
Bel_
on November 3, 2005 at 9:27 PM
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Military_Wife
ugggggggh. The constant drama and worry would drive me up the wall. The cut n paste of the messenger was a nice addition to this post. Nice job.
posted by
Joe_Love
on November 3, 2005 at 8:35 PM
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Maggie
Yes it will! I can't wait for him to be on solid ground again.
posted by
Bel_
on November 2, 2005 at 9:11 AM
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MW, you are going to be restless till you have him back in your arms......
God bless you, Sweetie. Best of everything to the two of you. It will soon be over.
posted by
MaggieMae
on November 2, 2005 at 8:37 AM
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Wrong Answer Mike
You don't get rid of me that easily, so then you better make sure I get an email at least once a week and a mailing address so I can send you lots of junk food.
posted by
Bel_
on November 1, 2005 at 7:47 PM
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eh no one likes me that much
don't worry.
posted by
mikebrown
on November 1, 2005 at 7:45 PM
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Jacenta
It was, but I am lucky. I did not lose him.
posted by
Bel_
on November 1, 2005 at 7:45 PM
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Bright
thank you. Very soon!
posted by
Bel_
on November 1, 2005 at 7:44 PM
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Military_Wife,
That had to be so alarming for you, loving him as you do. I am sorry you had to go through that. It will be so wonderful when he is again home with you. 
posted by
jacentaOld
on November 1, 2005 at 7:39 PM
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MilitaryWife....
Stay Strong.. Carl, will be home soon.
posted by
BrightIrish
on November 1, 2005 at 7:33 PM
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Blanche
Thank you so much. I am glad you never have to find out...I truly do not wish days like this on anyone...and mine turned out ok. There is a family in Reni's hometown mourning someone they love and so many other towns as well, please know that while this is my story...it's not about me, it's about them.
posted by
Bel_
on November 1, 2005 at 7:29 PM
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Mike?
YOU HAVE WHAT LEFT??? Oh honey, I hope you at least got a decent bonus for that. This is the last thing I wanted to hear from you. What I will say is remember this post IF (I refuse to accept when) you end up there and make a point of calling your mom once a week to let her know you are OK and keep in touch with those that love you. You've followed my journey through this and there is so much I don't write.
posted by
Bel_
on November 1, 2005 at 7:27 PM
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Oh Reni
I am so, so sorry. I don't even know what to say. I will be honest and say that I am so grateful that it wasn't Carl, but I am still so sad for the families that did lose someone.
posted by
Bel_
on November 1, 2005 at 7:24 PM
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Lisa
Yes this is his last full month in that place...there are small blessings in all of this. Courage...nope, not something I have, had you seen me yesterday you would know I am as scared as anyone else.
posted by
Bel_
on November 1, 2005 at 7:23 PM
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Militarywife,
If I say "I know how you feel", it would probably just piss you off, because right now I don't know anyone in Iraq personally. If Michael were, by some godawful fluke, re-activated, despite a bad knee from a parachute jump at being 43, I would go berserk. I do care.
posted by
Blanche.
on November 1, 2005 at 7:09 PM
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i hope he gets back ok
i have 5 years left on my enlistment. it's not a metter of if as much as when.
sigh.
at least i'll look dashing in the tan uniforms.
posted by
mikebrown
on November 1, 2005 at 7:04 PM
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Back again...One of the ladies at the kids' school just found out that her
nephew died in Iraq last night. I couldn't help but flash back to this post and start praying for you and my bf (whos hubby is there) again...
posted by
Renigade
on November 1, 2005 at 6:05 PM
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Military_Wife
I don't envy you, I admire your courage. I don't know how you do it. I'm so glad to hear he is OK. You guys stay in my thoughts and prayers. He'll be home soon right?
posted by
LifeByLisa
on November 1, 2005 at 4:47 PM
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Cosy
let his silly ass go! He might just learn a lesson about doing dumb ass stuff to get your attention. You deserve better than his crap!
posted by
Bel_
on November 1, 2005 at 9:19 AM
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Militarywife
you scared the daylights out of me...I'm glad to hear he's ok! I'm sorry I've been lost but I've had no power for the last week or so. BTW my ex...enlisted to the Army national Guard...he wasn't lying
. He's leaving this thurday to Tennesse. I'm miserable for the next 11 weeks. Love Cosy
posted by
cosy
on November 1, 2005 at 9:16 AM
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Mia
We do have alot of love...now if I just had my sanity LOL!
posted by
Bel_
on November 1, 2005 at 8:09 AM
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Military_Wife
Ever hear the saying, "Love can get you through anything." I think you have a lot of that.
posted by
MiaElla
on November 1, 2005 at 8:05 AM
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Reni
Lots of prayers, little sanity and the faith in that promise Carl made me when he married me. The man does NOT break promises and I trust he won't start now.
Thank hon
posted by
Bel_
on November 1, 2005 at 7:12 AM
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OH God, I don't know how you do it. I just can't imagine.
posted by
Renigade
on November 1, 2005 at 6:59 AM
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Prof
Thank you so very much for your lovely words and for the time you will take to the light the candle.
posted by
Bel_
on November 1, 2005 at 6:46 AM
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CHEERS FOR MW.
Dear MW.
Your writing has touched my heart. I can feel the emotion in your words. I will not say much, but on the weekend when it is peaceful, I will light a candle and say a prayer hoping that the time I will devote for you and your family will give you strength to go on. What you are writing is the reflection of thousands and thousands of Military Wife and Husbands. It is happy to note that someone like you represents them. Keep posting and I will keep reading. your friend, PROF-SUMAKEL33.
posted by
PROF-SUMAKEL33
on November 1, 2005 at 12:06 AM
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Straightforward
and i don't even like those movies LOL!
posted by
Bel_
on October 31, 2005 at 9:58 PM
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It's like a suspense-movie! Only it's the theatre of life!
posted by
Straightforward
on October 31, 2005 at 9:57 PM
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Rabbit
Thank you. It's part of what I signed up for, but it doesn't mean I have to like it LOL!
posted by
Bel_
on October 31, 2005 at 9:51 PM
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>:-| hugs, Military! so sorry you're having to go through this!
posted by
wiserabbit
on October 31, 2005 at 9:50 PM
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Katray
There are moments that feel all too close for me. This was truly one of them. I am usually the calm one, the rational one, the reasonable one. There was no reason today. Thank you so much.
posted by
Bel_
on October 31, 2005 at 8:03 PM
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Wow, I was tensing in fear until I reached the conclusion Military Wife
A tiny dew drop compared to what you must be going through. Prayers and thoughts sent to you, Carl and all who are serving.
posted by
Katray2
on October 31, 2005 at 8:00 PM
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Kingmi
Of that I have no doubt
posted by
Bel_
on October 31, 2005 at 7:56 PM
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MW, He'll makeit!
posted by
kingmi
on October 31, 2005 at 7:48 PM
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Kingmi
We are down to the last full month with him in Iraq if all goes as planned. Thanks so much!
posted by
Bel_
on October 31, 2005 at 7:39 PM
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MW, I hope this ends for you, soon, and well. You deserve it.
posted by
kingmi
on October 31, 2005 at 7:36 PM
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Tapsel
There are days I just feel totally foolish. Thank you.
posted by
Bel_
on October 31, 2005 at 5:29 PM
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Millitary_Wife, How can you not be scared? How can your heart not stop beating for a time? How can you breathe while you wait?
posted by
TAPS.
on October 31, 2005 at 5:25 PM
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Shadow
I can't wait either!
posted by
Bel_
on October 31, 2005 at 5:17 PM
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MW,
Yeah, and I can't wait until he's back permanently. Bless him and all our soliders. Shadow
posted by
Keshet
on October 31, 2005 at 4:57 PM
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Shadow
The good news is I oly have to do this for a few more weeks. Thanks
posted by
Bel_
on October 31, 2005 at 4:55 PM
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MW,
Again, been there, done that myself. Its a constant worry for the friends and acquaintances I know over there. Every time one leaves I shout for joy, but seems that person is replaced by someone else I know. This is the Viet Nam II as far as I'm concerned. So glad to hear Carl is o.k. Shadow
posted by
Keshet
on October 31, 2005 at 4:45 PM
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Corbin
The appreciation of others means more than you will ever know to those troops. Thank you so very much!
posted by
Bel_
on October 31, 2005 at 4:35 PM
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Military Wife
Glad it was just a scare.........please thank your husband for me for his service to his country. My prayers will be with him for a safe return from this battle with pure evil.
posted by
Corbin_Dallas
on October 31, 2005 at 4:34 PM
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Timmy
Some days are bit tougher than others. But everyone is ok and that is all that matters. Thank you.
posted by
Bel_
on October 31, 2005 at 4:23 PM
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MILITARY
OMG!! That has got to be so hard for you.
posted by
TIMMYTALES
on October 31, 2005 at 4:20 PM
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Masky
Thank you. I always feel like an idiot when I have a scare and I get like this to find it was something minor, but I have to admit, those were a pretty long 4 hours.
posted by
Bel_
on October 31, 2005 at 4:14 PM
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Military...As you share events
of you and Carl's life on your blog, I feel as though I ride an emotional rollercoaster right along with you. I'm able to somewhat detatch when I turn off my computer and tend to the lives of those who stand before more. But then I turn on the tv or the news and am reminded of your struggle. My heart goes out to you in the only way it knows how: prayers, thoughts, and well wishes, an a hope that Carl comes home safely.
posted by
Masky
on October 31, 2005 at 4:07 PM
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JoJo
Me too, God me too! Thanks so much.
posted by
Bel_
on October 31, 2005 at 4:02 PM
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Wow, You gave me goosebumps
so glad he's ok!!
posted by
jojostar
on October 31, 2005 at 4:02 PM
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