Any military wives out there?

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My hubby is in the Canadian military so I don’t have to worry about deployment to places like Iraq (for the moment) but I still have to deal with being separated from him when he is on training exercises or on a peacekeeping tour.

It can get pretty lonely and it might help to talk to people who know exactly what it feels like.

I look forward to hearing from you:)

Malia
 
My Hubby is in the US Air Force, we spent nearly an entire year apart just before we got married…it was hard, but helped us see how much we love each other.

I’m always here to lend an ear, or a shoulder!

Peace be with you,
Jamie
 
My husband is TRYING to get into the Canadian Air Force, but right now there is some legal stuff holding him back.

I am a second generation military brat- my father and BOTH grandfathers were in the USAF. We moved every 3-5 years my whole life, and there were lots of times when my dad was gone for months on different trips. It was really hard on my mom, especially when my sisters and I were strong-willed teens, but we made it through it. I think it really kept us together as a family.

I know what it is like to be part of a military family, but I am not looking forward to being a military wife with at least one young child if/when my husband is sent to boot camp. That will be hard…particularly since I am not even a Canadian citizen.

Anyway…I can’t completely relate (yet), but I am here if you want to talk.
 
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auroraj42:
My Hubby is in the US Air Force, we spent nearly an entire year apart just before we got married…it was hard, but helped us see how much we love each other.

I’m always here to lend an ear, or a shoulder!

Peace be with you,
Jamie
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Nice to hear from you Jamie:)

Hubby had to go to Kosovo about 2 weeks after our wedding. That was difficult.

He goes away several times per year for training exercises (and is away right now) and is slated for an overseas tour for late 2005 or early 2006.

I look forward to getting to know you.

Malia
 
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kristacecilia:
My husband is TRYING to get into the Canadian Air Force, but right now there is some legal stuff holding him back.

I am a second generation military brat- my father and BOTH grandfathers were in the USAF. We moved every 3-5 years my whole life, and there were lots of times when my dad was gone for months on different trips. It was really hard on my mom, especially when my sisters and I were strong-willed teens, but we made it through it. I think it really kept us together as a family.

I know what it is like to be part of a military family, but I am not looking forward to being a military wife with at least one young child if/when my husband is sent to boot camp. That will be hard…particularly since I am not even a Canadian citizen.

Anyway…I can’t completely relate (yet), but I am here if you want to talk.
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Hi Kristacecilia:)

Wow! That sounds like a lot of moving… was it tough to make and lose friends all the time?

You mention that you are not a Canadian citizen… would you be living here while hubby is in boot camp? or stay close to family?

I hope to hear from you again…

Malia
 
My husband is in the Army National Guard, so he is not full time. He has been deployed twice, however. The first time was to Saudi Arabia for six months during the Gulf War. This was when our son was five months old. When he left, Teddy was a wee baby, and when he returned Teddy was walking and talking! That was a very difficult deployment for us because my husband was in harm’s way.

He recently returned from a year’s deployment to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The year’s separation was difficult, but we were blessed that he was in Cuba, not in Iraq. Even though he was gone for a year, with today’s technology life was much easier than in 1990 – we emailed daily, and his paycheck was deposited directly into our bank account. 14 years ago communication was nearly nonexistent, and the pay issue was problematic.

His Guard unit has recently been issued new body armor and there is a rumor that they will be deployed again, this time to Iraq. I pray it isn’t so. He’s not getting any younger!

If your husband is deployed, take advantage of all of the resources that exist – certainly you’ll have a great family support group to help, for example. And one of the biggest suggestions: get involved at your church – make sure people are praying for him and for you. Go to Eucharistic Adoration. Pray!

'thann
 
My dad was in the Air Force (US), but he got out after 6 years so… (that was in the 1970’s) But God Bless to All!
 
Malia,

Moving around was hard, especially when my sisters and I were smaller. Once I was a teenage I was used to it and actually looked forward to moving. It was very exciting to be able to start over and I loved travelling and living in new places.

Most likely I would go back to the States and stay with my parents when/if Shane goes to boot camp. At least for part of the time, anyway.

I really can’t wait for the whole legal stuff to be resolved so Shane can move forward with the military. It is very hard on us- we are having to live in my in-laws basement apartment with our 7 month old son while my husband works for his father building houses. We can’t get a place of our own because we don’t have that much income and we can’t promise not to break a lease. So we are stuck here until something happens with this rediculous lawsuit. No fun.
 
Feanaro's Wife:
My hubby is in the Canadian military so I don’t have to worry about deployment to places like Iraq (for the moment) but I still have to deal with being separated from him when he is on training exercises or on a peacekeeping tour.

It can get pretty lonely and it might help to talk to people who know exactly what it feels like.

I look forward to hearing from you:)

Malia
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Hi Friend:

I just wanted to say how lucky you are indeed to have a man who is a real man–one whom knows his calling–goes where he has a passion–you are sooo lucky–even though I know there must be so many hardships for you. You have GOT to be glad that your hubby is doing something positive!!! There’s way too many wimps for men out there today–just be glad your hubby is NOT one of them.

God Bless~~
 
My husband is in the Navy we have 2 1/2 years left. We are stationed in Va. we have lived in NY and Everett WA. Both of us are Navy brats. We have 3 girls, 14,10 and 7. When we get compliments on the girls my husband says he can’t really take any credit because he is gone alot and gives it all to me. That makes me feel good especially when I don’t feel like I have done that great of a job. I homeschooled the girls for the 2 years we were in Washington state and I have to say I REALLY miss it. I don’t regret putting them back in public school because they are excelling in all areas. It sure will be weird when we retire after 21 years but it will have all been worth it knowing he is defending our Country and our beliefs.

ha(name removed by moderator)
 
Hi there! My husband is in the Navy and we are currently San Diego. He’s on submarines and is out on deployment right now…:crying: We have a one year old daughter. This past week was our 2 year anniversary.

adrienne
 
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