battlemaiden Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I know there are many military wives on this board, and we all go through this. After all these years, it doesn't get any easier. I think it gets harder. The kids are doing well considering. I would love your support, prayers etc. that I can get the house fully unpacked, school up and running, a reasonable routine in place, and do it all in these last few weeks before the baby is born. I know it is possible, but it seems a little daunting at the moment. Thanks everyone. Jo ps- Some may consider this posting unwise for security reasons, but our housing area is protected by big, honkin' marines bored to tears and just itching for some criminal to dare cause trouble. Hee,hee. That, the huge dog, and my Lifelock account make me feel secure enough to post. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momofkhm Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 last few weeks before the baby is born. I know it is possible, but it seems a little daunting at the moment. Thanks everyone. Jo ps- Some may consider this posting unwise for security reasons, but our housing area is protected by big, honkin' marines bored to tears and just itching for some criminal to dare cause trouble. Hee,hee. That, the huge dog, and my Lifelock account make me feel secure enough to post. :D I'm glad you feel safe enough to post. I must have missed that you moved onto the base. Or I have you confused with someone else. My first thought was if he was going to miss the new one's birth. I guess so. That sucks. Sorry if that's considered bad language on the board, but it really does! Military wives are a different breed, I swear. The stuff you go through is amazing. You have my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie in CA Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 There's just no words adequate to thank you, your dh, and your dc for your service to our country and to my familiy. I take it very personally, and look at every single soldier as being personally responsible for allowing my dc to live safely in a free country. Thank you! I'll be praying for you and yours as you settle down into a new routine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PariSarah Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 My very best wishes to you, and to your dear hubby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Oh, you've got them by the buckets full.. hugs, support and prayers. :grouphug: I know there are many military wives on this board, and we all go through this. After all these years, it doesn't get any easier. I think it gets harder. The kids are doing well considering. I would love your support, prayers etc. that I can get the house fully unpacked, school up and running, a reasonable routine in place, and do it all in these last few weeks before the baby is born. I know it is possible, but it seems a little daunting at the moment. Thanks everyone. Jo ps- Some may consider this posting unwise for security reasons, but our housing area is protected by big, honkin' marines bored to tears and just itching for some criminal to dare cause trouble. Hee,hee. That, the huge dog, and my Lifelock account make me feel secure enough to post. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB in NJ Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Oh my goodness....how I wish I were closer so I could come and help you. Just know that I'll pray for you. My entire family thanks you and your entire family for your service and sacrifice. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danestress Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Only a military wife can write, "My husband left yesterday for 9 months, I need to unpack the house, and I hope this baby isn't born for a few more weeks." God bless you and protect you and your children and your husband. Dana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverfront Headmistress Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Jo, my dh is gone too. When the kids are driving you crazy, and you'd rather ignore your housework, then we can sit and drink a Mike's together via TWTM. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 :grouphug:Jo:grouphug: I will definitely be praying for you, your dh and your family. Thank you so very much for your sacrifice for the safety of all Americans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue G in PA Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 You have all the :grouphug: and prayers that I can give. Words aren't enough to express the gratitude I feel for soldiers like your dh and wives like you. My dh only travels a few nights each month...I can't imagine him being gone for months AND having a baby while he is gone. :grouphug: to you and apologies for all my silly complaining. I don't know how you do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommamia Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I just wanted to say thank you for your sacrifice! Military wives are amazing. That's all :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
autumndivona Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I am always so relieved when my husband deploys or goes on a remote! Heh. But I suppose that I am an anomaly; I need solitude on a regular basis. Being alone gets me in my creative "zone". You are in my thoughts. I hope your husband will be home before you know it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdWTMer Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 :grouphug: You have my support! Hang in there Jo! I can only imagine how difficult that it is see you dh go! We love our military and all of the civil service people here! Thank you so much from my family to yours! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I know there are many military wives on this board, and we all go through this. After all these years, it doesn't get any easier. I think it gets harder. The kids are doing well considering. I would love your support, prayers etc. that I can get the house fully unpacked, school up and running, a reasonable routine in place, and do it all in these last few weeks before the baby is born. I know it is possible, but it seems a little daunting at the moment. Thanks everyone. Jo ps- Some may consider this posting unwise for security reasons, but our housing area is protected by big, honkin' marines bored to tears and just itching for some criminal to dare cause trouble. Hee,hee. That, the huge dog, and my Lifelock account make me feel secure enough to post. :D :grouphug:. Thank you, Jo. And I will be praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam "SFSOM" in TN Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Hugs to you, Jo. You're right about harder. I do believe that is true. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepy Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 :grouphug:Jo:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elise Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Oh, my heart just aches for you. I have been there, and I will never forget that feeling! Definitely praying for you, your DH, your kids, and that sweet baby.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle in OK Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 You will be in our prayers! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukeswife Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 :grouphug: A big giant hug to you from a fellow military spouse. It sure does seem to get harder each time doesn't it. I've never been in a spot where the baby is due just after he leaves, but I did have my 3rd child before dh returned. He was extended a couple of weeks and missed it by a week. I've also been in a spot to unpack all by myself. Just take it one box at a time is all I can tell you. It's kind of like eating that proverbial elephant, just have to take it one bite at a time. I'll keep you in my thoughts that the next few weeks go smoothly for you in getting things organized and such. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I'm sorry Jo. Prayers for you, dh and the dc. ((((Battlemaiden, Neptune, and kiddie troopers)))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Atl Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 :grouphug: May he make it back soon, and safely! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemywhirlygirls Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Jo--thanks for the privilege of praying for you during this time of major change in your home and in your heart. You're on my Mac's "stickies" to pray for you in the coming days, weeks and months. I promise to pray for you regularly. If you haven't already, promote the whole "we're a team" idea with your children and give them some work to do! Go TEAM BATTLEMAIDEN! Keep us posted. Sending out prayers for your DH as well. Please extend our deep gratitude for his service and know you and your children have our humblest thanks for your sacrifice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommytobees Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 LOL!! I think I know those Marines!! We're here alone too. Just completed our first overseas move to Japan. My dh is on the GW, which is currently in San Diego. And before anyone OpSec's me go google GW and fire and San Deigo. EVERYONE knows where the GW is. I think homeschooling makes deployment easier, I really do. Gives you something to DO and keeps the kids close. Kris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brindee Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I am always so relieved when my husband deploys or goes on a remote! Heh. But I suppose that I am an anomaly; I need solitude on a regular basis. Being alone gets me in my creative "zone".I just can't imagine being relieved when your dh leaves! I'm such a little cling-on! :tongue_smilie: He's probably relieved when he heads off to work! :lol: Jo, Many prayers going up and LOTS of hugs for you and your kids and your pregnancy and baby!!! Wish I could come help, I would! :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Alfred Academy Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Thank you for the sacrifices you and your family make for all of us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gandpsmommy Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Oh, Jo, I'm thinking of you! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
percytruffle Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Thank you for the sacrifices you and your family make for all of us! Yes, thank you so much, Jo. It is an honor to hold you and your family up in prayer. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelli in TN Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I cannot imagine facing the birth of your baby without your hubby's hand to hold. I hope you have someone there to feed you ice chips. I prayed for you just now and will do so again and again. God has you, your children and your husband in his hand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Best wishes to you and your husband. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 ...and I am not just saying that because I want a reason to go to Hawaii.:D Hugs to you, friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gretchen in NJ Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Oh my goodness....how I wish I were closer so I could come and help you. Just know that I'll pray for you. My entire family thanks you and your entire family for your service and sacrifice. :grouphug: :grouphug:Db has expressed my thoughts and wishes. If you were in NJ, I'd be over to help in a flash.:grouphug: Bless you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I am always so relieved when my husband deploys or goes on a remote! Heh. But I suppose that I am an anomaly; I need solitude on a regular basis. Being alone gets me in my creative "zone". Yep, living and working together day in and day out is way too close for comfort for this solitude gal. But consider Jo's reality...six children at home, on the verge of delivering the seventh, recently relocated...um, yeah, that's a hard row to hoe alone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*anj* Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I would love your support, prayers etc. that I can get the house fully unpacked, school up and running, a reasonable routine in place, and do it all in these last few weeks before the baby is born. I know it is possible, but it seems a little daunting at the moment. Jo, I just can't even imagine. God bless and keep you, what a full plate you have right now. I wish there was something tangible that I could do to help you, I really do. You've got my prayers and support. Just do the best you can. Take good care of yourself, that baby you're carrying, and the kiddoes all around you. The boxes will keep, school can start and stop whenever you're ready, and you know that once that baby comes there will be a whole new routine. Thank you so much for the sacrifice that you and your family make on our behalf each and every day. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I know there are many military wives on this board, and we all go through this. After all these years, it doesn't get any easier. I think it gets harder. The kids are doing well considering. I would love your support, prayers etc. that I can get the house fully unpacked, school up and running, a reasonable routine in place, and do it all in these last few weeks before the baby is born. I know it is possible, but it seems a little daunting at the moment. Thanks everyone. Jo ps- Some may consider this posting unwise for security reasons, but our housing area is protected by big, honkin' marines bored to tears and just itching for some criminal to dare cause trouble. Hee,hee. That, the huge dog, and my Lifelock account make me feel secure enough to post. :D I really don't know how you do it with all those little ones...and no relatives nearby. You - and all other military wives. Not to mention the stress of dh gone into potentially dangerous situations. Will be praying for all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LNC Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 I'll be praying for you - and thank you and your husband for your service. I was flying into Bangor, Maine going to Acadia National Park this summer. I had no idea troops departed from there routinely overseas. The airport was filled with 100 or more troops. When I found out what was happening all I could do was look around with tears pouring down my face - I didn't know what to say. I was literally in awe, and I don't use that word lightly. Some of those faces are burned in my memory and I pray for them daily. When the time came for them to board - a line of older folks called the Maine Troop Greeters lined up to shake their hands and hand out bibles. They looked like mostly retirees and vets. I can't remember ever being so moved - I'll never forget it. http://www.themainetroopgreeters.com/ Again, thank you and I'll be praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 Thank you for your husband's and your family's sacrifice. I hope it goes quickly and you are reunited soon. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugarfoot Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 We live near a military base and know lots of military homeschoolers. Our favorite babysitter's husband is in Iraq right now. I don't know how you all do it. You're amazing... :grouphug: to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in Orlando Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 :grouphug:You, your dh and your children have our prayers and thanks, Jo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
battlemaiden Posted August 1, 2008 Author Share Posted August 1, 2008 I'm glad I waited to read all the responses when I was away from my children. More than one had me in tears. Thanks so much for all the kind words and wishes. For those who were concerned- my mum has arrived to help out until the baby arrives. That is an incredible blessing. Again, I truly appreciate all the support. Jo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdWTMer Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 You're so very welcome Jo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Dominion Heather Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Awww, Jo... I missed the first thread. Hugs from me, girl! Hang in there. I'm glad your mom is coming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverfront Headmistress Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Glad your Mom is there. I was wondering if you had help or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom2legomaniacs Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Really glad you are having some help. I cannot imagine how difficult it must be for your family without dh there. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise in IN Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 I'm praying for you, Jo. I'm so glad your mom is there to help. :grouphug: for you as you prepare for your baby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 ps- Some may consider this posting unwise for security reasons, but our housing area is protected by big, honkin' marines bored to tears and just itching for some criminal to dare cause trouble. Hee,hee. That, the huge dog, and my Lifelock account make me feel secure enough to post. This totally cracks me up...but I totally understand it as well. :D Prayers for you and your wonderful husband, may the deployment fly by and everything at home run smoothly!:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Oh gosh. I can't even begin to imagine how you do it. :grouphug::grouphug: When does he return? You and your family are in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asta Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Oh gosh. I can't even begin to imagine how you do it. :grouphug::grouphug: When does he return? You and your family are in my prayers. THAT is the opsec no-no. (if she even knew it - returns are notoriously delayed...) Best wishes to you Jo. You can do this on autopilot. asta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 THAT is the opsec no-no. (if she even knew it - returns are notoriously delayed...) Oops. Is that not a question that should be asked? And, what is opsec? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 :grouphug:Jo:grouphug: My thoughts and best wishes are with you and your family. I will be praying for a safe return for your dh. My sil and bil will be deploying again, her second time, his third (I believe) this fall. It's not at all the same, but, I will add your dh to my list of soldiers to pray for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Just adding you are in my thoughts and prayers, Jo. Let us know as the baby time approaches and there will be tons of folks upholding you. Glad you've got your mum. Will you be able to communicate over internet video at all?:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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