Deployed Again...
By missybal
@missybal (4489)
United States
January 23, 2009 8:04pm CST
Haven't been here for a while... seems like I only get the chance when my husband is away. What upsets me however is how all these people say "I'm so sorry" when my husband is deployed. It's his job and he is so proud to do it and I'm so proud of him. We are in the unique position where we get a better understanding of other cultures and feel the real good that America does for the world and true pride in our country. With all this comes a paycheck that goes to keeping food in our stomachs, a roof over our heads, and the ability to help our fellow Americans. Although I hate him being away, the time we spend apart only makes our relationship stronger and I know he is so happy with what he does even when he misses me. We have learned so much over our time in service of this country.
So please if you would like to wish my husband well please feel free to. But please don't tell me you're sorry, because there is nothing to be sorry for. And keep this in mind when you hear from another military family member that someone they love is away serving this country. Don't be sorry for us, just give your blessings and respect and it makes it all just that much easier on us.
And to all you military family members, thank you for your service, and the service of our military men and woman.
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@AmbiePam (120533)
• United States
24 Jan 09
I'm proud to know you, even if it is just from mylot. I'm proud of every person in the military, and the families they leave behind. Your husband is in my prayers. I don't think I admire anyone more than the American soldier. Not even the President, former or current.
@palonghorn (5479)
• United States
24 Jan 09
Very well put! I do support our military men and women. In fact, I just received a certificate of appreciation for the support I give. My son-in-law is in the military, Army, and has served 3 tours in Iraq. And I do understand what you are saying. If anything, I am proud of not only him and others for serving, but I'm proud of the wives and family that stand behind them and keep things going at home while they are away. It's not always an easy job, for the ones left behind. And it is by no means an easy job for those that serve their country. But it is a job to be very proud of!
@missybal (4489)
• United States
24 Jan 09
Thanks for the support to our service members, Yeah I just wanted to put that out there... I've been getting so much pity from strangers, and acquaintances. I'm just so tired of it. I'm actually pretty proud of myself, this time I only cried the day he left. I'm use to it, the number of times we have had to be apart.
@oscar6 (1938)
• United States
12 Apr 11
As a military wife it doesnt bother me when people tell me they are sorry. I dont take offence to that since I know they are not sorry that he is in the military but that they are sorry that he is missing out on spending time with me. I understand why some wouldnt like this but not all of us find it annoying. :) I am also proud of my husband and thank you for your husbands service as well.
