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Family Matters:  My son is on his way to Boot Camp....  |
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
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 Posted - Mar 29 2010 : 9:10:00 PM
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I am so incredibly proud and incredibly scared at the same time.
Being in the military has been something he's wanted to do all his life and I feel he should do what he is meant to do. His wife is behind him too, even though she's scared and proud too.
My son wants to my g-baby to be proud of him. I know she will be.
I should say, I'm now against the war(s) because I don't feel like we're in there to win them and I don't want to lose my son for something that we aren't doing our best at...but it's his life and I'm proud of HIM. He knows I feel this way but understands why I feel this way too.
So, if something should happen to him, I don't think I'll be able to take it. I have a friend who lost her son and she says I'll survive but I don't think so. I dont' like to think of such things but it's possible.
Anywho, I wanted to let everyone know about my son and how glad I am that he's mine (after his wife and daughter!).  
For some 'venting'-type of entertainment, please read my blog, http://lostadventuresintrucking.blogspot.com .
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
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Posted - Mar 29 2010 : 9:46:55 PM
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Thank you for letting us know Winona! He will be in my prayers! My brother is also planing on going into the military.
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
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Posted - Mar 29 2010 : 9:47:56 PM
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FWIW: I'm former Navy myself and also Army National Guard, not a shrinking violet by any means. Somehow, it's different now that it's my son....
For some 'venting'-type of entertainment, please read my blog, http://lostadventuresintrucking.blogspot.com .
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2010 : 9:50:22 PM
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I think it is always diffrent with your own child. I bet your parents felt the same way to about you.
Blessing and hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
Friendship is not something that can be bought, it is earned. |
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Fiddlehead Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
4562 Posts
Diane
Waupaca
WI
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2010 : 04:03:18 AM
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Winona, thank your son for his service. My DH is still in active duty after 24 years and my son-in-law is also active army. They have both been deployed to Iraq, my DH twice and my SIL three times. These unselfish heroes are what make this country great!
Why not go out on a limb, that's where all the fruit is! "Mark Twain"
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2010 : 06:24:54 AM
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Thanks to all of you for your thoughts and replies. For some reason, tears kind of popped up in the corner of my eyes when I read your posts. Just gets to me right "here", if that makes sense. Thanks again.
For some 'venting'-type of entertainment, please read my blog, http://lostadventuresintrucking.blogspot.com .
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jclambert
True Blue Farmgirl
149 Posts
Judy
Stringtown
Oklahoma
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2010 : 06:35:14 AM
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Winona,
My thoughts are with you and your family. It's a brave decision your son is making, especially in these times.
He will be among great men and women in the military, and have another family that will look out for him and care for him while he is away. My step-son (Air Force Reserve) just got called up again. This will be his fourth time. He could have taken early retirement, but felt he would be abandoning his friends when they needed him. It's wonderful to see what a bond they form with each other. Now I'm tearing up so I'll just say thank your son for me and I wish you all the best.
Judy
*Love one another* |
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Lainey
True Blue Farmgirl
2401 Posts
Elaine
Waco
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2010 : 07:26:09 AM
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Thinking of you and your family. I can understand the feeling of pride and yet being scared. I think I would feel the same way. Please, thank him for his service. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Farmgirl Sister #25
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An Angel says, 'Never borrow from the future. If you worry about what may happen tomorrow and it doesn't happen, you have worried in vain. Even if it does happen, you have to worry twice.' |
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Karrieann
True Blue Farmgirl
1900 Posts
Karrieann
Northeast
Georgia
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2010 : 07:41:12 AM
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please tell him thank you for me... and I agree these times are very different, I will pray for him along with my Son-in-Law and cousin... both in Army.
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My Blog: ...following my heart, dreams and Jesus
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2010 : 7:33:57 PM
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Winona:
God Bless those who serve to protect all of us in the United States! I am proud of your son. Please let him know that he will be in my prayers.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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1badmamawolf
True Blue Farmgirl
2199 Posts
Teresa
"Bent Fence Farms"
Ca
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2010 : 7:43:13 PM
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First, please thank him from the bottom of my families hearts for choosing this path, we are all very proud of him.
Second, my youngest son, who lives here on my farm/ranch did 2 tours in Iraq, he's special ops. He was in Iraq when his daddy, my hubby passed, and that was tuff on him, but he was able to send a video taped message in time to him. I do know how you feel about him going, its scary to say the least. And yes, I know you too are proud of him, no matter your feeling about the war now, and he knows that also. He will make everyone he knows, and that knows him proud, especially his wife and daughter. He will be in our prayers from now til he is back in your arms.
"Treat the earth well, it was not given to you by your parents, it was loaned to you by your children" |
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Ozark Farm Girl
Farmgirl in Training
27 Posts
Maryan
Green Forest
AR
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2010 : 7:44:49 PM
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Winona,
I understand what you are feeling. The pride yet fear, my son is in the Air Force and I feel the same way. I am so proud, yet when I don't hear from him for a while I just pray to God that he is safe. Somehow a mom's heart is big enough for the pride and the fear. I will pray for him and you. |
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Lessie Louise
True Blue Farmgirl
1406 Posts
Carol
PECULIAR
MO
USA
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Posted - Mar 31 2010 : 05:56:28 AM
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Wiona, my prayers are wwith both you and him. know you are very proud. My 17 year old has always talked of joining the military, and I might be sending one of these letters also soon. My dh retired from the Navy, and I spent six years in the Navy too. I am so grateful for our military, Carol
Forget buns of steel, I'd rather have buns of cinnamon!
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
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Posted - Apr 03 2010 : 10:02:15 PM
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Thanks to all of you for the encouraging words. Anything I say right now sounds so trite but I really mean that your posts mean a lot to me. Thanks again. It's good to have great internet friends! 
For some 'venting'-type of entertainment, please read my blog, http://lostadventuresintrucking.blogspot.com .
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
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Posted - Apr 03 2010 : 10:27:28 PM
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were always here for ya Winona!! God Bless!
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
Friendship is not something that can be bought, it is earned. |
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
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Posted - Apr 04 2010 : 01:05:53 AM
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Winona, My DH and I want to thank you and your son. My DH served 23 yrs. in the Navy. Your Son has our upmost respect. He is giving his all for you and all of us. We are so proud of him. God bless you, for a mother has to have a huge heart when it comes to a child leaving to go serve his country. Our prayer's are with your son and every other son and daughters fighting for our safety. And also for you and your family as you await his return. Please keep us informed of his whereabouts and how he is doing. We are all here for you for whatever you need.
Blessings, Brenda
"What lies behind us, and what lies before us are small matter compared to what lies within us."
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Rea231
True Blue Farmgirl
139 Posts
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Posted - Apr 05 2010 : 03:02:47 AM
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Both of my sons are in the military and both returned safely from deployment, one in Iraq and the other Afghanistan. It is one of the hardest things I have ever faced as a parent, there is a major feeling of helplessness. The computer was a godsend I can't imagine how moms did it before Myspace and Facebook!
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bboopster
True Blue Farmgirl
1140 Posts
Betty Jo
West Bend
Wisconsin
USA
1140 Posts |
Posted - Apr 16 2010 : 9:50:08 PM
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Thank you for standing behind your son and his choice. All 3 of my boys are military. Scary but Oh SO Proud!!!! I will pray for your son. Boot camp will actaully be harder on you then him. Week 6ish is hell week and the letter you might recieve my make you cry. BUt it will get better from that day on. Stand Strong!!!! God Bless!
http://www.bboopster.blogspot.com
Nana to 4 with 1 on the way.
3 Blue Star Mother and Proud of it!
Pray for our troops to come home safe and soon.
Enjoying the road to the simple life :>) |
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JojoNH
True Blue Farmgirl
1984 Posts
Joanna
Dunbarton
New Hampshire
USA
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Posted - Apr 24 2010 : 04:34:58 AM
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Winona, First, Please thank your son for us. . . we appreciate his service!! I know how you are feeling, My son is in the military as well. He has done his first tour of duty in Iraq and is now back home.
I have said my prayers of thanks for his safe return.
You need to look at this from a different point of view, your son will help you with that. My son pointed out all the good we are doing. When asked why he serves his answer is simple and to the point:
" I fight for and protect those who cannot fight for and defend themselves" How can you argue with that?
May God bless you, your son and all of your family.
Joanna #566
JojoNH
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bboopster
True Blue Farmgirl
1140 Posts
Betty Jo
West Bend
Wisconsin
USA
1140 Posts |
Posted - May 14 2010 : 8:15:28 PM
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Winona How is your son doing? And you?
http://www.bboopster.blogspot.com
Nana to 4 with 1 on the way.
3 Blue Star Mother and Proud of it!
Pray for our troops to come home safe and soon.
Enjoying the road to the simple life :>) |
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