Friday, November 4, 2011

What I am Thankful For

I am thankful for my Husband and everything he does for our little family. This morning he left to deploy to Afghanistan.  I have never been so proud to call him my husband.  Although I miss him already, I know he is doing what he is supposed to be doing.  I feel like a piece of me is missing with him being gone.  I miss my best-friend.  I wish that I had someone to talk to about these feelings, someone to hang out with, and to help me get through these next 400 days with out him. 
I am also grateful for modern technology, and the ability to Skype him even though he is going a world away.  Just 6 or 7 years ago, Skype wasn't around, and there wasn't a way to talk to your loved ones when they were over seas. 
I am grateful for my family.  Everyone in my family, but especially, My sister, Rachel, moved in with me to be with me while Alan is gone.  Without her I am not sure I could get through this tough time. 
I am grateful for all of the men and women who are serving with my Husband and watching his back and being with him while I am not able to be. 
I am grateful for many other things, but these are the ones that are on my mind at the moment.  I hope my Husband knows how much I love him and how much he means to me.  I also want him to know how proud we are of him.  Alan, we love you.


Thursday, November 3, 2011

Sweet Berry Farm




Saturday, we were able to go to Sweet Berry Farm with my niece Cassie who went with her Girl Scout Troop. We had a lot of fun going through the Corn Maze and riding on the Scarecrow Hay Ride they have there. Alan was able to go with us and it made it that much more special since this was our last Saturday with him before he leaves for his Mob Station. The kids got to feed the goats and pet the ponies! It really was a special trip.