March 23, 2003

  • My heart and soul have been nourished by all your support and offers to help in some way. So far, my son is having a grand time. They spent 24 hours in Greece on the way over, and if you knew what a history buff he has always been you'd have an idea of what a dream come true that was for him. They spent a complete day touring and seeing the sights. He called us from his hotel in Greece. He said that he's always considered Vancouver Island the most beautiful place on earth, but after seeing Crete he has to think maybe it comes pretty close. They did have a few scary moments when they were mistaken for Americans, and yelled and cursed at in Greek. He said even a grandma type was chasing them, screaming at them.


    He called this morning from his final destination. He said it is, of course, like a whole different world. This is what he signed up for, the adventure and the actual military work. It's not just exercises any more, it's the real thing and he couldn't be happier.


    I am going to call my doctor tomorrow. I think I need to be on anti-depressents. I guess it is a combo of this awful war, my son being over there, and not not sleeping but I am so weepy and irritable. I was in our corner store yesterday, and the owner told me that she is keeping Kevin in her prayers. I burst into tears. I felt so foolish. I have a favourite online home, I haven't been there in days. I have no interest in the usual things, and I feel like I'm just going through the motions to get through the day.


    I would like to thank all of you who have posted supportive messages to me, especially  prairierose , someone I've never even "met" before. I know I am by far the only person who has worries right now, and I am sadly guilty of not offering support to many of you who also need it at this time.


    I have before me a quiet hour, or at least it should be an hour or so before the little ones wake up. Scott and Divy are BOTH off to b'day parties this afternoon. I think I'll pop onto my message boards, see how everyone there is doing.

Comments (12)

  • I've missed you sooo much, but I completely understand what is going on with you.  I mean, I feel for you sweety.  {{HUGS}}  {{LOVE}} I wish there was something I could do to make it easier for you!

  • Oh and I sent Kevin a Las Vegas postcard yesterday

  • (((Tigg))) Still praying for you all, and Kevin daily!

  • (((((((((((((Tig & Kevin)))))))))))))) thinking of you daily.  Praying for you always. 

  • ((Tigg))  I'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers always  ((hugs))

  • {{Hugs}}

    With all the overwhelming things in your life right now, talking to your Doc for some added help might be a good thing.

    Some other things that you already know ( but knowing and doing aren't always the same)  Eat right or at least take vitamins, make some quiet time for you everyday, not to dwell on scary things you have no control over but to pamper yourself.

    Get out and enjoy the sunshine when you can.

    Give each of a little ones an extra hug a day!

    Have a rum and DP night at least once a week ( ok so that might not be the healthiest solution but hey.....if it works it works???)

    Remember your friends are pulling and praying for you, whatever our opinions on the way are, our opinions for the soldiers and families shouldn't differ.

    We love you and are here for you, wether it's on the message boards, on ICQ, email or here!

    When you need a little extra support, PLEASE ask!

  • Of course you'd be feeling this way. I can't imagine anything else. I hope the meds can help you feel more like yourself soon. I think about you and Kevin every day.

  • Don't feel guilty or bad or selfish for what you are feeling.  They are realistic and normal feelings.  Its overwhelming for all of us, we don't have sons or husbnds or daughters or any immediate family over there.  I feel panicky and scared just knowing there are guy from our town over there -- so deal with your feelings however you need to --and know that you have lots of friends here at Xanga, and we are here for you, as well as keeping you in our prayers.

  • {{{{{{Tigg}}}}}}  I've been thinking about you and Kevin every day.  The feelings you're having are very normal and I'm really glad you're going to talk to someone.  The antidepressants could help make a big scary situation just a bit more manageable.  If there's anything I can do for you, just ask, on icq, in email, or at the boards. 

  • {{Tigg}}  A friend and I were talking last night about how scary this war was, and maybe especially so because we both have sons of military age, however neither of our boys are in the military.  I can only imagine how YOU must feel - but I when I think about what it would be like if Jonathan was over there, and it terrifies me.  My prayers are continually with Kevin and all the men and women in the Middle East area, and their families at home.

  • ((((Tigg)))) Praying for Kevin daily!

  • I can't say anything that hasnt been said....

    I will keep Kevin in my thoughts and Prayers!

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