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Comment by Wanda Nollie on October 2, 2011 at 7:13am

Hello Everyone,

I am the proud wife and mother of an AF member.  Currently, we are in Okinawa Japan and my daughter is stationed in Virginia.  I have truly enjoyed the military environment and love sharing my stories with others.  Take care

Comment by Tina Hildebrand on September 25, 2011 at 1:47pm

Thank you Julie for your feedback.  I wish it was about a year from now and i knew what to expect and could talk and go see him when i wanted.  i will make it through but it sure isn't easy.

Comment by Julie Pierce on September 24, 2011 at 10:38pm

Tina, I was exactly where you are a year ago! My daughter left for BMT on Jan 4 of this year. I remember she got word of her BMT date in the middle of September last year and I immediatly started seeking others that I could talk to that would understand. So many of my friends couldn't relate to what I was going through and couldn't understand why I was so scared for her and sad and proud at the same time. They related it to going to college... definitly not the same thing. I have two other daughters in college so I definitly know the difference!! You have found a great place to talak to people that will support you and be there for all your questions and times when you need to just release some of that emotion. We have all been there or are still there where you are right now. There are ladies in this group with Airmen at all stages of there careers. My daughter is now at her first duty station in South Dakota and absolutly loves it! You will have ups and downs but it does get easier as time goes on. We are all here for you!! (((HUGS)))

Comment by Marti Knoll on September 24, 2011 at 5:57pm

AWW Tiffany you must be so very proud!

Comment by Marti Knoll on September 24, 2011 at 5:53pm

Posted by friend Ann Johnson,

this is a wonderful testament to a soldiers family.  Thanks Ann.

Stacy Bries
Her hair was up in a pony tail, Her favorite dress tied with a bow. Today was Daddy's Day at school, And she couldn't wait to go. But her mommy tried to tell her, That she probably should stay home. Why the kids might not understand, If she went to school alone. But she was not afraid; She knew just what to say. What to tell her classmates Of why he wasn't there today. But still her mother worried, For her to face this day alone. And that was why once again, She tried to keep her daughter home. But the little girl went to school Eager to tell them all. About a dad she never sees A dad who never calls. There were daddies along the wall in back, For everyone to meet. Children squirming impatiently, Anxious in their seats One by one the teacher called A student from the class. To introduce their daddy, As seconds slowly passed. At last the teacher called her name, Every child turned to stare. Each of them was searching, A man who wasn't there. 'Where's her daddy at?' She heard a boy call out. 'She probably doesn't have one,' Another student dared to shout. And from somewhere near the back, She heard a daddy say, 'Looks like another deadbeat dad, Too busy to waste his day.' The words did not offend her, As she smiled up at her Mom. And looked back at her teacher, Who told her to go on. And with hands behind her back, Slowly she began to speak. And out from the mouth of a child, Came words incredibly unique. 'My Daddy couldn't be here, Because he lives so far away. But I know he wishes he could be, Since this is such a special day. And though you cannot meet him, I wanted you to know. All about my daddy, And how much he loves me so. He loved to tell me stories He taught me to ride my bike. He surprised me with pink roses, And taught me to fly a kite. We used to share fudge sundaes, And ice cream in a cone. And though you cannot see him. I'm not standing here alone. 'Cause my daddy's al ways with me, Even though we are apart I know because he told me, He'll forever be in my heart' With that, her little hand reached up, And lay across her chest. Feeling her own heartbeat, Beneath her favorite dress. And from somewhere here in the crowd of dads, Her mother stood in tears. Proudly watching her daughter, Who was wise beyond her years. For she stood up for the love Of a man not in her life. Doing what was best for her, Doing what was right. And when she dropped her hand back down, Staring straight into the crowd. She finished with a voice so soft, But its message clear and loud. 'I love my daddy very much, he's my shining star. And if he could, he'd be here, But heaven's just too far. You see he is a soldier And died just this past year When a roadside bomb hit his convoy And taught all of us to fear. But sometimes when I close my eyes, it's like he never went away.' And then she closed her eyes, And saw him there that day. And to her mothers amazement, She witnessed with surprise. A room full of daddies and children, All starting to close their eyes. Who knows what they saw before them, Who knows what they felt inside. Perhaps for merely a second, They saw him at her side. 'I know you're with me Daddy,' To the silence she called out. And what happened next made believers, Of those once filled with doubt. Not one in that room could explain it, For each of their eyes had been closed. But there on the desk beside her, Was a fragrant long-stemmed rose. And a child was blessed, if only for a moment, By the love of her shining star. And given the gift of believing, That heaven is never too far. Post this to let everyone know that our Soldiers will never be forgotten If you don't send it to anyone, it means you're in a hurry and that you've forgotten your friends. Take the time...to live and love. Until eternity.

okay gals, I cried my eyes out........but I had to share!!!!

Comment by Marti Knoll on September 24, 2011 at 5:52pm

Jennifer,

I joined when there was under30.......crazy huh?  Just was sent a facebook post, and I am in tears for the bravery of a little girl...am posting it for all of you to read!

 

Comment by Tina Hildebrand on September 20, 2011 at 4:44pm

I am very happy to get into a support group, my son leaves january 3rd for basic training and i am already dreading that.  I imagine i will be asking for lots of support and questions.

Comment by Jennifer Miller on September 20, 2011 at 11:53am

Ladies....

We only need 5 more Moms to reach 100 WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

Comment by Lori Thueme on September 3, 2011 at 2:32pm

{{{Hugs}}} Chrissy. They are so busy at BMT that sometimes they don't get time to write or call. Those are also privileges that the entire squadron has to earn. But trust me, he is reading and looking forward to all your letters!!! You have found the right place. We are all in different stages of our Airmen's careers and are here to support each other. I look forward to hearing about you and your Airman.

Comment by Chrissy Garrard Edwards on September 3, 2011 at 2:22pm

I was a military wife and now my son has made me a military mom! I am so Proud of him and miss him terribly! He left in August for BMT in Lackland Tx. October seems so far away! No letters yet and 1 phone call! My daughter and I are just lost without him!

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