Hi girls :
I thought I would answer a few of the most asked questions you all have asked me since my hubby’s return for home 2 weeks .
What did he think of me and my weight loss?
Well he was telling everyone I am his trophy wife .. Not to sure if that a good or bad thing ( just knowing what a Trophy wife means kwim?) But I know him and he meant it in a very good way ..
What did he think of me walking without a limp ?
Was in shock when going up and down stairs and his comment at least once every day was that he just couldnt get over how great I am getting around and sooo happy I did it ..
How am I doing ?
Today was tough But last night’s drive to the airport was the most heart wreching hour drive I think I have ever had .. I was sooo trying to keep in a "UP " spirit But tears flowed from all of us . There was a moment Ijust know Rich was thinking of putting his luggage back in the trunk and wanting to go back home .
Where is he now ?
He flew into Amsterdam and then onto Duabi and arrived there at 4:30pm Wednesday ( MY time .. 12:30am Thursday morning his time ) He will fly out from there to Bagdad at 8:30am Thursday morning and then be there for 2-3 days until he gets his helicopter ride into his camp
What am I doing right now ?
Sad to say I’m Not stamping at the moment .. really not much of anything at the moment .. I had plans to stamp today But that fell through with my eyes sore and puffy from crying .. and my hands hurting ( which I think is from the stress who knows ) Thursday I am planning to go to the gym in the morning and then Praying I can get some stamping in and get back to my daily postings on my blog .. Please Keep praying for my hubby .. Dont stop . I have my club nights to look forward to in the upcoming week/s I must get busy and prepare for them and also get my projects lined up for my hostess appreciation party in Oct. Angie and I were on the phone for a couple hours Today trying to figure out our new computers and the photo shop elements program . I figure 2 heads are better than one in this department Hee! Hee! .. Thank you Angie for your sweet conversation and your encouragement on my sad day ..
Tonight I went to church with all intensions of not getting in the sappy cry mode .. I dont know what I was thinking as if that was really going to happen 🙂 I felt as though when I got to church I wanted to go back home since I was not up to being asked how I was doing ( TERRIBLE) .. ( Mainly cause I knew I would start crying again kwim?) But that all changed when I seen Robyn and her hugging me , Something about being with your church family It brings such a comfort knowing they all care and thats why they are asking How I am doing ..Then passing out photos of Rich with a few of our Church family was a blessed event cause there was laugher in the mist of my tears too . Thank you all for everything .. EVERYTHING seems so shallow when it covers so many areas.. From praying for us ,cards, gifts , comments , emails , encouragement & Love .. I treasure all of you .. Thank you so Much for everything and all your patience while I have been away from my blog these past 2 weeks ..
Until later… Happy Stampin!!
Dawn, thank you for sharing your story. I have diffently been where you are. My husband was there in 2001-2002. I still have a son that is in the Army and he just got back in June. I just balled like a little baby when they all marched in. I will diffently keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Also, your cards are incredible. Thank you so much for sharing. Talk to you soon.
I see the counter is back 🙁 This is the hardest day – once it is over, it will never be “the day after he left” again. Sending good vibrations your way!
Hey girlfriend!! I’m so glad we had a chance to talk today and figure out our computer stuff…keep your chin up and remember we love you and are praying for your whole family!!! Can’t wait to see your new watermark…go stamp something girl…it will put a smie on your face! love ya!
p.s. you changed your picture again…or am I in the twilight zone? hey wait a minute, you cleaned up your blog…awesome!!! (you’re not going to tell me it’s my computer that makes it look different, are ya?)
Just wanted to send another hug my friends…
Dawnie is trying to sugar coat what Rich thought of her when he saw her!!! I asked him the other day what his first thought was when he saw her at the airport and he says “She is HOT!!!” Direct quote!
We miss him already Dawn. We’re here if ya need us. Hoping Jess made it to camp okay and is having a great time. For the record, my backyard light stopped working again today (I KNEW it was gonna happen)!!! My “Rich-do-list”….. stay home so my light keeps working! LOL XOXOXOXOXOXO
The kids are back to praying for him at dinner. I wonder why they pray for him only at dinnertime?????? LOL
Good Morning Girl!
Sorry that you all had to go through that again. Saying goodbye must be one of the most difficult things to do. I can only imagine. I will definitely keep everyone in my prayers. Sure do wish I live much closer so we could get together and stamp. I look forward to seeing some of your wonderful creations real soon!
Big hugs
DAWN
This is such a difficult time for you I’m sure. Saying good-bye is never easy, but just cry whenever you have to and don’t feel bad about it. I know soon enough you’ll find your way back to where you want to be. You share such personal moments on your blog I feel I know you well. Big hugs going out to you today – you must know that there’s a whole network of readers out here that care and wish you well!! Have a better day today than yesterday!!
Hi Dawn,
Angie told me that your hubby went back to Iraq. I thought he was home for good! Hang in there! I truly believe that absence makes the heart grow fonder. My husband and I had a long distance relationship before we got married for 5 years! I saw him once a month! We ended up getting married! I will keep your husband in my prayers!
I started prayed for your hubby before he left and I promise to continue praying until he is home for good. It must have been incredibly hard to have him leave. ((((((((((Hugs)))))))))))))Sue
Luv the new picture of you on your blog! Hang in there girlfriend, we are praying for Rich & your whole family. I remember that feeling well when we sent my son off, so know that we are all here for you. Hugs to you my friend!
Hey there Girlie,
Just sending you tons of hugs your way. My best friend from HS was just told he will be going back in January. You look fantastic.
Love and Prayers your way,
Kristin
Sending big hugs and lots of prayers, sweet Dawn!!
I know this is after the fact, but the “Thought for the Day” on my Pria nutrition powerbar (carmel nut brownie) is:
Life shrinks or expands in proportion to your courage
How strange is that? It is so appropriate and I just picked one out of the box without reading thru them.
You know I’m here at the office anytime you need me, right? Right!
You would have been proud of me, I made 3 cards at lunch yesterday from my simply sent kit.
Today I have my hostess set to cut out (don’t yell at me too loud) since I haven’t had the time to get around to it.
Take care…………….xoxoooooooooooooooooxoxoxoxoxoooooooooooxo