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THAT MILITARY LIFE THOUGH


As a married couple, I can honestly say that our 1st year inside the USMC has been truly special. I have absolutely felt that "feeling" becoming a part of something; A community inside a community. It is no secret the "perks" families receive when it comes to being wrapped in securities like a comforting home, over-the-top amazing health insurance, and all the little things that go such a long way - such as that forever open-door policy with those high ranking extraordinary humans that go out of his or her way to connect personally with every concerned wife. I am honored to stand next to my husband during his incredible journey. Saying, "I'm proud of you" each day doesn't even begin to do it justice.
It is also no secret that nothing is "given" to us, where as these men and women work their souls to ground on almost every day, not including numerous trainings away from home and of course, the inevitable deployments. Last night we experienced one of our considered "normal" moments we know all too well, which is the random routine change. When my husband returned home from work to inform me that his orders have just been changed, we were saddened, but not surprised. The down-time we were expecting to receive together just got replaced with another training. My husband now leaves for almost 3 months of back to back training, home for a quick Christmas visit, and then off again into the world for a long stretch of 6-9 months. Now is the time to indulge in each other, and lean heavily on the friends and family I am surrounded by. I am taking today to allow the gratitude to wash over me for the newest girlfriends that have entered my world, the 2 jobs that keep me busy, and the Spirit Circles I have recently been invited into.
I cannot say that a part of my heart is not broken, but my love and support will always supersede. Still, no regrets. Our marital motto is "NO MATTER WHAT." And we mean it. #semperfi

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