We can do it. That is my family's motto for the year. It doesn't feel like it now, but we can do it. We've sent my husband off to war. The road ahead feels daunting. My heart is broken and I miss him so much it hurts. I can't explain the agony of saying goodbye to him, and honestly, I don't think you can begin to imagine it. I can't explain the pain our children feel knowing that Daddy isn't coming home tonight. We can do it though. He will come home, and we will make it through.
The pain that I'm feeling has caused me to reflect on our ancestors and their military service. What I take as a fruitful search, more sources to verify the information I have, is so much more than black and white letters on a page. Behind those words you find the story of a family who had to say goodbye to a loved one. Who didn't know when they would see them again or what lay ahead. Who had to live their day to day life without him and do their best to cope in his absence. How grateful I am to these families and their sacrifices. In today's modern world, my road is not nearly as bumpy.
As I'm sure our ancestors did, we find ourselves praying for our soldier's protection -- missing him and loving him and hoping the time passes quickly until we are reunited. I couldn't be prouder of my husband for his courage, valor, bravery and his willingness to serve our country. He is my hero. We're in this together, and we can do it.
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Laura
ReplyDeleteFirst, I want to thank your husband and you for both making the sacrifices necessary to ensure our freedoms here in the United States.
Second, thank you for your post - it is not an easy time for you I know. I appreciate being able to read how this is affecting you and your family. I hope you'll keep all your readers updated.
Thomas
I have so much respect and gratitude for the sacrifices your husband and you have to make for this country.
ReplyDeleteYou're right, I can't possibly know how you feel. I can just be here if you need anything. This time will pass and your family will once again be together.
Laura,
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful post from a strong lady! Having a grandfather in the Air Force during WWII, an Uncle who fought in Korea, a nephew who served in Iraq and now a nephew serving in Afghanistan, I can certainly appreciate what your feeling. However, none of these are my husband, so I don't have to live it everyday, and I cannot imagine how that must be for you. So much gratitude is owed to your husband for serving and most importantly for giving of his time away from his family.