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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up:  my son called to active duty.  |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
 Posted - Oct 18 2007 : 9:43:59 PM
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I am more than a little freaked out today. My oldest son got orders today calling him to active duty (Army) he has been an inactive reserve for 5 years and only had a little over 2 months left. He has to report to SC for mobilization training 2 days before his 30th birthday..on Nov. 25. He was called up for 400 days and isn't connected to his original unit. I will have to find out more of the details tomorrow. He is sort of in shock. I am just terrified. I know there was always this chance..but all this time passing sort of made me forget. He was in medic training..right after bootcamp during the Sept. 11th tragedy and I was so afraid he would get sent right out then...but then all this time and he was "safe". Please pray that I can be strong for him, cuz I don't feel very strong right now!
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - Oct 18 2007 : 9:58:02 PM
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Oh Aunt Jenny! I am so sorry to hear this news! *hugs*
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora!
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Marybeth
True Blue Farmgirl
6418 Posts
Mary Beth
Stanwood
Wa 98292
USA
6418 Posts |
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therusticcottage
True Blue Farmgirl
4439 Posts
Kay
Vancouver
WA
USA
4439 Posts |
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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl
5602 Posts
Annika
USA
5602 Posts |
Posted - Oct 18 2007 : 11:15:41 PM
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Oh Jenny, thats really awful. I just want this stupid war to end. Not very patriotic of me I know, I'm sorry.
Wishing you joy in small things and peace in your heart
Annika
http://panzymoon.wordpress.com/ |
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 01:34:33 AM
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Aunt Jenny,
Praying for strength and courage for you and safety for your son.
If I was in your shoes, I am sure that I would be majorly freaked out especially with so much time passing. Peace to your heart Jenny.
Carol Sue
listening to the quiet moments |
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Beemoosie
True Blue Farmgirl
2077 Posts
Bonnie
New York
USA
2077 Posts |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9419 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9419 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 03:17:30 AM
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You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts Jenny.
"The earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof and all that dwell therein."
www.torismimi.blogspot.com |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
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Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 03:38:03 AM
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Aunt Jenny, I will pray that the Lord will protect your son and all the sons and daughters who volunteer to proudly serve in our armed forces. My husbnad was in the Air Force in the 80's and I remember how I felt when Desert Storm started and they were calling up inactive reserve. I was so afraid to be alone with Adam who was just a baby at the time. Now, Adam is in college and in Air Force ROTC and no doubt some day will be called to serve his country far from home. Although we are so proud of our children choosing to be counted, as mother's, we still want to keep them from harm.
Prayers go out to your son and to you.
Angie.
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2 |
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
3890 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 04:06:42 AM
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Oh gosh, Jenny. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. (((HUG)))
Karin
Wherever you go, there you are.
www.madrekarin.blogspot.com |
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ktknits
True Blue Farmgirl
582 Posts
Kathy
Northwest Indiana
USA
582 Posts |
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katie-ell
True Blue Farmgirl
1818 Posts
Katie
Illinois
1818 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 05:01:34 AM
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So sorry that your son has been called up. I can't imagine. You and your family and especially your son are in my thoughts and prayers.
www.youaretoocreative.blogspot.com |
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KYgurlsrbest
True Blue Farmgirl
4853 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4853 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 06:10:50 AM
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Oh Jenny, I'm sorry. Two months to go, and they put in the orders, huh? I just think this whole thing is terrible, and my disappointment in this war is obvious, but please know that I am thinking about you and your family.
J
"She was built like a watch, a study in balance ... with a neck and head so refined, like a drawing by DaVinci"...
NY Newsday sportswriter Bill Nack describing filly, Ruffian. |
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Cheryl
True Blue Farmgirl
919 Posts
Cheryl
Magalia
CA
USA
919 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 06:18:03 AM
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Jenny, I am very sorry. You and your family are in my prayers.
God Bless,
Cheryl
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 |
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Nance in France
True Blue Farmgirl
1438 Posts
Nancy
St. Laurent de la Salanque
France
1438 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 07:17:05 AM
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| Add my thoughts and prayers to the list, Jenny. God will strengthen you and give you courage to support your boy. Hugs, Nance |
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ArmyWifey
True Blue Farmgirl
712 Posts
Holly
Abilene
KS
712 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 07:24:13 AM
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Jenny I will be praying that you will find strength in the Lord during this time. Please don't take this the wrong way but honestly, I can't say I'm sorry as it's part and parcel of being in the military these days and your son's willingness to serve is a GOOD thing! Even though it's a shock just know that the Lord has plans for both of you that are good! While there will inevitably be some hard times I hope that he will see the good as well if he actually deploys. I don't know if there will be an FRG support available for you but if there is it will help understand some of the military side of things. Please tell your son thank you!
While They're at War is a good book to read as are
Heroes at Home &
When Duty Calls.
Blessings and hugs,
Holly
ps-- remember I can't say I understand from a Mom's point of view but I certainly can from a wife's and it will be ok!
As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord!
http://timsarmywifey.blogspot.com
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Edited by - ArmyWifey on Oct 19 2007 07:36:58 AM |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 07:34:03 AM
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Jenny - my prayers are with you and your son! Please keep us posted about further details. Praying hard! Also that your fears will be eased somehow.
We are here for you - Jeannie
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
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Firemama
True Blue Farmgirl
1731 Posts
Amanda
Medical Lake
WA
USA
1731 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 07:53:16 AM
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Jenny I am so sorry, but know you arent alone with your fear. Ido hope though that they will ease a bit.You should talk to myAuntdeb- FireAunt, her son is in Iraq too and has been for alooooong time, it might help to know you arent alone.
Mommy to 2
Your FreckleFaced Farm Girl!!
http://myfarmdreams.blogspot.com/
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Luzy
True Blue Farmgirl
922 Posts
Luanne
Pueblo
Colorado
USA
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Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 07:56:23 AM
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Oh Jenny, I'm sorry to hear about this. As a mom, my heart just breaks for you and your family. We just have to trust in God that everything will work out and he'll be safe. I'm praying for his safe return. Hugs, Lu
P.S. When he gets settled in, let us know if we can send him anything. I think we should all adopt him in Farmgirl style, and make sure he gets mail regularly! Would he like that???
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May I always be the kind of person my dog thinks I am.
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 08:03:29 AM
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You gals are all SO wonderful...I can feel the hugs all the way here in Utah. I will keep you all updated as I learn more. Right now I just want to go visit him. I am planning on flying out there sometime in November..no matter what!..before he goes to report in SC on Nov. 25th. I just can't seem to calm down..thanks so much for all your prayers and good thoughts!
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
http://www.auntjennysworld.blogspot.com/ visit my little online shop at www.auntjenny.etsy.com |
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Hideaway Farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1553 Posts
Jo
Virginia
USA
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Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 09:02:09 AM
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Hey, Jenny ... I can understand your fear and worry.
May I join the others in THANKING your son for his service to our country, and I will add my prayers that he will be back home safely as soon as possible.
Go and enjoy your special time with your son, give him all your love and then hug him 1000 times more and tell him those hugs are very special ones from the farmgirls!
Jo
"Wish I had time to work with herbs all day!" |
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JudyBlueEyes
True Blue Farmgirl
657 Posts
Judith
Spokane
Washington
USA
657 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 09:07:01 AM
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(((((Aunt Jenny and Son and Family))))) My prayers and thanks to you all.
We come from the earth, we go back to the earth, and in between, we garden! |
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idcityrose
True Blue Farmgirl
202 Posts
Rose
Idaho City
Idaho
USA
202 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 09:55:29 AM
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Oh Jenny, I don't even have words. My oldest son, who is 37 was born with Downs Syndrome and his brother (who was born 14 months later) was in the National Guards here in Idaho. My second son now has two young children and his own business and it scares me senseless to think he could be called. I have a 17 year old son at home and I can't put into words what either of them being called to duty would do to me. I would rather go in their place than think about what could happen. If you were close I would hug you and let you cry your fears out but I can only cyber hug you. I don't respond to lots of topics but every once in a while one moves me to say something. You are all in my heart.
Farmgirl love to you all,
idcityrose
We are never alone in the forest of Sisters! We "Mountain Farmgirls" are outstanding in our field! |
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abbasgurl
True Blue Farmgirl
1262 Posts
Rhonda
USA
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Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 12:17:10 PM
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Oh Jenny! My heart goes out to you. I will be praying for your "boy" and for you too. As the Momma of three sons this is always in the back of my mind. We will pray your son is back home very soon.
We had a friend called up with ONE month left to serve, also reserves. He went, was there six months, and returned home safely. He & another dear friend married on his return. A very happy ending/beginning. 
Bless you Jenny,
Rhonda
I'm a one girl revolution. |
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Tina Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
6948 Posts
Tina
sunshine state
FL
USA
6948 Posts |
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CountryBorn
True Blue Farmgirl
1545 Posts
Mary Jane
New York
USA
1545 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2007 : 2:37:48 PM
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Jenny, this is a mother's worst nightmare. It is totally understandable that you are a mess. I know I would be. I will pray for your son and that he comes home safe and sound soon if he is deployed. I know you are a strong woman and that you will be there to back him up 100%. I pray for your peace of mind and the ability to deal with this frightening time. God will be there for you and so will we. Talk your fears out, it makes them more managable.
Prayers and Hugs,
Mary Jane
There can be no happiness if the things we believe in are different from the things we do. Freya Stark |
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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up: my son called to active duty. |
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my son called to active duty.
