Happy Thanksgiving!
1. Freedom: I am very thankful to live in a country that allows me to be free. I am thankful for all of the men and women who have sacrificed so much so that I can enjoy that freedom. I am thankful for my agency and the freedom to choose.
2. GPS systems: How on earth did I get anywhere before I had a GPS system? I love our GPS for the car and also our GPS that we use for geocaching.
3. Flip flops: I am thankful for shoes that are easy to put on and take off. They are handy when I don't want to put shoes on to take the dogs outside.
4. Amazon.com: Is it bad the the UPS man knows exactly which trailer is ours? Amazon.com is great when you need a specific item that you can't find in stores near you. I am thankful for a website that makes shopping super easy.
5. Heat/AC in cars: I am so grateful for heat and AC in cars. I am thankful that I don't have to freeze or roast when driving. Since living in the south, I have gained an appreciation for AC in cars especially.
6. Sharp knives: We have some good knives and some not so good ones. I am so thankful for the sharp ones. It is amazing the difference. I always thought that cutting up raw chicken was really hard until we got good knives, it is actually really easy. I am thankful for good sharp knives.
7. Recycling: I love recycling. I hate feeling wasteful. I am thankful that I live some place that makes it so easy to recycle. I am also thankful for my canvas shopping bag that fits nicely in my purse.
8. Space heaters: I am so thankful for space heaters that help keep my house warm.
9. Internet: I don't know what I would do without the internet. I love to be able to watch my TV shows whenever I want to. I love that I can shop, look up recipes, and get new craft ideas and help on the internet. I am even more thankful that it is easy to keep in touch with family and friends who are far away. I am thankful that we can talk face to face even when we are across the country or even out of the country. I am thankful that I will be able to actually see Meric even when he is deployed. The internet is such a tool of convenience but more importantly it is a tool that helps me stay connected to those I love.
10. Snow: I haven't seen a lot of this in the last few years and I miss it. I love snow and how beautiful everything looks covered in a layer of white. I also love playing with the dogs in the snow.
So this is my list of thankfuls and there are countless others that should be on these lists. I am so thankful for all of my many blessings. I take so much for granted. Since this is the last day of my thankfuls and also Thanksgiving, I want to do one more.
11. Holidays: I am so thankful for all of the different holidays. I really love that Meric gets time off for a lot of the holidays. I am also thankful for how the holidays make us remember. New Years is a great time to reflect on what we have accomplish, to set new goals and to celebrate a new beginning. Valentine's day reminds us of the love we have in our lives and that we should express our love to others. The 4th of July reminds us of the blessing of freedom. Veterans day reminds us of all those who have sacrificed and those who continue to sacrifice for our freedom and country. Thanksgiving of course reminds us to be thankful. Christmas reminds us of Christ's birth and that we should be more Christlike and charitable.
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Thankfuls: Day 6
1. Home: I am very thankful to have a warm safe home. It may be unconventional but it is mine and I love it.
2. Food: Not everyone has enough food or even access to food. I am very grateful that I have the means to get the food I want and need. I also am thankful I have the ability to cook. There is also a lot of healthy food that tastes great available now! I am also thankful that food likes me. I have not allergies and can usually eat whatever I like eating.
3. Vehicles: I am very blessed to have great vehicles. I love my truck and car. I am very thankful to have vehicles that run great and will take me where I want to go. (especially when I want to drive to Washington!)
4. Febreeze: With 3 dogs and a husband, Febreeze is a life saver. It works great and helps my home smell fresh.
5. Floss: Who likes having stuff stuck between their teeth? Floss is amazing and helps avoid cavities.
6. Geocaching: I am thankful for geocaching because it is a cheap activity I can do with Meric. After the initial expense of buying a GPS unit, we can plan an activity that is fun and doesn't cost a thing.
7. Lint rollers: With 3 dog lint rollers are a necessity. They are quick easy and super handy.
8. Music/Radios: I am so thankful for music. I am very thankful for radios especially car radios. I drove Meric's truck a couple of times when his radio wasn't working and it drove me crazy not having music. I also love XM radio. I love that I can drive across the country and keep my radios stations.
9. Carpet cleaner: Once again with 3 dogs a carpet cleaner is essential. (yes I am still thankful for the dogs.) It has been a life saver when we were renting. It saved me a lot of stress just the other day when I needed to clean a mess. (Not the dogs this time.)
10. Bug spray: When I lived in Spokane I rarely got bug bites. Since we have moved south I can't go outside in the summer without bug spray. If I forget the bug spray I look like I have chicken pox. I am thankful for all the different kinds of bug repellent.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Thankfuls: Day 5
1. Religion/Faith: I am very thankful to have a testimony of my Saviour, Jesus Christ. I can't imagine how hopeless and lonely life would be without the knowledge and faith I have in Christ. I know that He loves me, knows me and died for me. I am grateful to belong to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I am thankful that in all of our moves and the different wards we have been in the gospel stays the same. I am thankful for the Bible and the Book of Mormon. I am thankful for a living prophet and the opportunity I have to hear him speak. I am thankful for the priesthood and for temples. The list goes on and on and I am thankful for that too!
2. Barefoot shoes: (Now I am not talking about the five toed shoes. I have never tried them and I think they are ugly.) I am thankful for my barefoot shoes. They are very comfortable and feel great to run in. Also I trip a lot less! When I sprained my ankle a year ago I had a hard time getting it to heal if I wore my regular tennis shoes. I would always trip or catch my foot on something and re injure my ankle. With my barefoot shoes I feel more stable.
3. Electric toothbrush: Once you get an electric toothbrush it is hard to go back to a regular one. I am thankful for how much easier it is to brush my teeth and how much cleaner they feel.
4. Costco: I love Costco and I am thankful that I have one close enough to shop at. (It is an hour away but that is close enough for a monthly trip.) I get my dog food at Costco. I discovered Flat out wrap and Zipfizz at Costco. I got my pans that I love at Costco. I can get Tillamook cheese at Costco. Not everything is cheaper there but for the most part we have found really good deals at Costco.
5. Plug-in cooler: Since Costco is an hour away and I get cheese and meat there, no trip would be complete without my plug-in cooler. Also it comes in handy on long road trips.
6. Magic Bullet: I laugh at the infomercial when the lady said she used it so much she keeps it on the counter but.... mine is on the counter because I use it almost everyday. Meric and I do a lot of protein shakes and the Magic Bullet makes it quick and easy.
7. Right turn lights: I had never seen this until I moved to NC, but I love right turn lights. It is nice to have the light turn green and not have to stop and check.
8. Bluebell ice cream: By far the best ice cream ever!
9. Nail polish: I am thankful for nail polish because it is a subtle way for me to express myself. From black to pink to tye-dyed to sparkles I can express my mood.
10. Water bottles: I am thankful for water bottle because they are so handy. Also they are a must have if camping or back packing.
2. Barefoot shoes: (Now I am not talking about the five toed shoes. I have never tried them and I think they are ugly.) I am thankful for my barefoot shoes. They are very comfortable and feel great to run in. Also I trip a lot less! When I sprained my ankle a year ago I had a hard time getting it to heal if I wore my regular tennis shoes. I would always trip or catch my foot on something and re injure my ankle. With my barefoot shoes I feel more stable.
3. Electric toothbrush: Once you get an electric toothbrush it is hard to go back to a regular one. I am thankful for how much easier it is to brush my teeth and how much cleaner they feel.
4. Costco: I love Costco and I am thankful that I have one close enough to shop at. (It is an hour away but that is close enough for a monthly trip.) I get my dog food at Costco. I discovered Flat out wrap and Zipfizz at Costco. I got my pans that I love at Costco. I can get Tillamook cheese at Costco. Not everything is cheaper there but for the most part we have found really good deals at Costco.
5. Plug-in cooler: Since Costco is an hour away and I get cheese and meat there, no trip would be complete without my plug-in cooler. Also it comes in handy on long road trips.
6. Magic Bullet: I laugh at the infomercial when the lady said she used it so much she keeps it on the counter but.... mine is on the counter because I use it almost everyday. Meric and I do a lot of protein shakes and the Magic Bullet makes it quick and easy.
7. Right turn lights: I had never seen this until I moved to NC, but I love right turn lights. It is nice to have the light turn green and not have to stop and check.
8. Bluebell ice cream: By far the best ice cream ever!
9. Nail polish: I am thankful for nail polish because it is a subtle way for me to express myself. From black to pink to tye-dyed to sparkles I can express my mood.
10. Water bottles: I am thankful for water bottle because they are so handy. Also they are a must have if camping or back packing.
Monday, November 21, 2011
Thankfuls: Day 4
1. Friends: I think Clarence said it best, "No man is a failure who has friends." I am so thankful for the friends I have had throughout my life. I am thankful for the friends I have now. Where would any of us be without our friends? Thank you to all of my friends who have been there for me throughout the years.
2. Good neighbors: I am one of those people who rarely knows my neighbors but recently I have been aware of how nice it is to have good neighbors. When I decided to stay in Kentucky while Meric is deployed all of my neighbors at the camp ground let me know that they would be here for me. It is nice to have people around me that I can go to if ever I need anything. I love that we have such great neighbors!
3. Changing leaves: I am so thankful for all the fall colors. It just isn't quite fall without changing leaves. The world is an amazingly beautiful place.
4. Foreman grill: This thankful definitely falls under my "I am lazy" and "hate to turn on my oven in the summer" thankfuls. It is so easy to pull out the Forman to quickly make hamburgers or chicken. The one we have has changeable plates so I can use it to make waffles or bake cookies.
5. Nectar chocolate protein powder: Meric and I make protein shakes a lot. I am thankful that there are yummy protein powders to chose from. This particular one also works well for hot chocolate.
6. Converse all-stars: I have loved Converse shoes since I was in high school. They come in so many colors and are a great way to express yourself.
7. Garbage cans with lids: I am so thankful that my dogs can't get into the garbage. I have no space to put the garbage in a cabinet and garbage cans with lids make it so I don't have to worry about the dogs being tempted by anything I throw away.
8. Baked chips: I like chips ok but they are always so greasy. Baked chips are a delicious and healthy alternative. I am also thankful that there are so many baked chip varieties now.
9. Roaster pan: I love my roaster pan and so thankful I have it. Past Thanksgivings my roaster pan has made it so that my oven isn't tied up all day and I can get everything cooked in time for dinner. Now that we live in the trailer I don't have a very large oven so the roaster pan is essential for making turkey. Also I have never had a dry or under done turkey with the roaster pan. I am also going to experiment with making cheesecake in it!
10. Digital cameras: I love technology and how easy it makes things. I remember traveling to England with a regular camera and it wasn't until we got home and developed the film that we knew if we got good pictures or not. Now you can just take a picture and know right away if it is a good one or not.
2. Good neighbors: I am one of those people who rarely knows my neighbors but recently I have been aware of how nice it is to have good neighbors. When I decided to stay in Kentucky while Meric is deployed all of my neighbors at the camp ground let me know that they would be here for me. It is nice to have people around me that I can go to if ever I need anything. I love that we have such great neighbors!
3. Changing leaves: I am so thankful for all the fall colors. It just isn't quite fall without changing leaves. The world is an amazingly beautiful place.
4. Foreman grill: This thankful definitely falls under my "I am lazy" and "hate to turn on my oven in the summer" thankfuls. It is so easy to pull out the Forman to quickly make hamburgers or chicken. The one we have has changeable plates so I can use it to make waffles or bake cookies.
5. Nectar chocolate protein powder: Meric and I make protein shakes a lot. I am thankful that there are yummy protein powders to chose from. This particular one also works well for hot chocolate.
6. Converse all-stars: I have loved Converse shoes since I was in high school. They come in so many colors and are a great way to express yourself.
7. Garbage cans with lids: I am so thankful that my dogs can't get into the garbage. I have no space to put the garbage in a cabinet and garbage cans with lids make it so I don't have to worry about the dogs being tempted by anything I throw away.
8. Baked chips: I like chips ok but they are always so greasy. Baked chips are a delicious and healthy alternative. I am also thankful that there are so many baked chip varieties now.
9. Roaster pan: I love my roaster pan and so thankful I have it. Past Thanksgivings my roaster pan has made it so that my oven isn't tied up all day and I can get everything cooked in time for dinner. Now that we live in the trailer I don't have a very large oven so the roaster pan is essential for making turkey. Also I have never had a dry or under done turkey with the roaster pan. I am also going to experiment with making cheesecake in it!
10. Digital cameras: I love technology and how easy it makes things. I remember traveling to England with a regular camera and it wasn't until we got home and developed the film that we knew if we got good pictures or not. Now you can just take a picture and know right away if it is a good one or not.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Thankfuls: Day 3
1. The dogs: I am so thankful for my dogs. They are my kids and I love my little family. They are good company and protection whenever Meric is away. My beasties are so much fun too. I am thankful for how obedient Jasper is and how much of a momma's boy he is. I am thankful for how loving and sweet Lucy is. I am thankful for how adventurous and tough Emmy is. I love how they all have their own personalities and style of play and their different ways of smiling. I am very thankful for how sensitive they are to my emotions. They are the best kids any one could ever ask for!
2. Remote controls: I am super lazy and I am thankful that I can sit back and watch a movie without ever having to get up.
3. Salt scrubs: I love how salt scrubs make my hands feel.
4. Turkey bacon: I am very thankful to have a delicious healthy alternative to regular bacon.
5. Zipfizz: I love Zipfizz and am so thankful to have discovered it. I drink a lot more water now and have stopped drinking soda. It is a wonderful water additive that tastes great and has tons of vitamins!
6. Microwaves: I am very thankful for microwaves, especially in the summer. I hate turning on my oven in the summer so the microwave is a great way to warm up food. It is quick and easy. Like I said, I am lazy so anything that makes life easier is awesome!
7. Flat out wraps: These are another discovery I am very thankful for. They are very versatile and are great to have on hand. They work well to replace bread, tortillas, pizza crust, pitas, and more. They also taste great and are good for you. I am thankful to have so many healthy alternatives available to me.
8. Watching conference online: I am so thankful to live in a day and age where you can listen and watch the prophet speak from the comfort of your own home. How amazing is that? I remember having to go to the Stake center to watch conference as a kid. It is very hard to watch all the sessions of conference that way. Now if we miss a session it is still available online and we don't have to miss any of it. I love technology and all the wonderful advantages it gives to us!
9. Latex dog toys: My destructo-beasts are very hard on toys. Stuffed toys are un-stuffed in seconds and the vinyl toys are eaten just as fast. Latex toys are the best! They are tough toys and hold up to Jasper's tug-of-war games and chewing for about a year. With my babies that is a long time!
10. Sunshine: I love the sunshine! The warmth, the light, and how it helps things grow. I am also thankful for the sunlight after the rain and rainbows.
2. Remote controls: I am super lazy and I am thankful that I can sit back and watch a movie without ever having to get up.
3. Salt scrubs: I love how salt scrubs make my hands feel.
4. Turkey bacon: I am very thankful to have a delicious healthy alternative to regular bacon.
5. Zipfizz: I love Zipfizz and am so thankful to have discovered it. I drink a lot more water now and have stopped drinking soda. It is a wonderful water additive that tastes great and has tons of vitamins!
6. Microwaves: I am very thankful for microwaves, especially in the summer. I hate turning on my oven in the summer so the microwave is a great way to warm up food. It is quick and easy. Like I said, I am lazy so anything that makes life easier is awesome!
7. Flat out wraps: These are another discovery I am very thankful for. They are very versatile and are great to have on hand. They work well to replace bread, tortillas, pizza crust, pitas, and more. They also taste great and are good for you. I am thankful to have so many healthy alternatives available to me.
8. Watching conference online: I am so thankful to live in a day and age where you can listen and watch the prophet speak from the comfort of your own home. How amazing is that? I remember having to go to the Stake center to watch conference as a kid. It is very hard to watch all the sessions of conference that way. Now if we miss a session it is still available online and we don't have to miss any of it. I love technology and all the wonderful advantages it gives to us!
9. Latex dog toys: My destructo-beasts are very hard on toys. Stuffed toys are un-stuffed in seconds and the vinyl toys are eaten just as fast. Latex toys are the best! They are tough toys and hold up to Jasper's tug-of-war games and chewing for about a year. With my babies that is a long time!
10. Sunshine: I love the sunshine! The warmth, the light, and how it helps things grow. I am also thankful for the sunlight after the rain and rainbows.
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Thankfuls: Day 2
1. My Family: I have the best family. Wonderful parents, beautiful sisters, fun brothers and nieces and nephews. We always have so much fun whenever we are together. I love laughing and being loud with my family. I am so thankful and blessed to have a family who loves me. I miss them so much!
2. In-laws: I really do consider them family just like today's #1 but I did want to make a special thankful just for all of my in-laws. My siblings married terrific people who totally belong with our family. Meric's family is so wonderful too. They have accepted and love me. They truly make me feel like I am part of the family. I am so thankful to have all of my in-laws as part of my family.
3. Heating pads: There are certain times of the month where I am SO thankful for heating pads. They really help when I am uncomfortable and in pain.
4. LARGE parking spots: One of the vehicles I drive regularly is a big truck. I am so grateful for when I can easily pull into a large parking spot. It seems like a lot of parking lots are full of tiny parking spaces that make you nervous about door dings even in a car so I am very thankful for those large ones.
5. Flowers: Whether they are wild flowers on the side of the road or flowers given to me by my husband, I love flowers. All the colors and wonderful scents make me smile. Here in Kentucky one of the highway exits that I use regularly had hundreds of sunflowers growing next to it during the summer. Every time I passed that exit I couldn't help but smile.
6. Fireflies: Go outside at dusk during the summer and nature will give you a light show. It is so beautiful and peaceful watching fireflies. I am thankful to be able to live somewhere that can enjoy fireflies.
7. Air conditioning: After this past summer I would be remiss if I didn't mention air conditioning in my list of thankfuls. When the heat index gets ugly I am very thankful I can stay cool.
8. Cast iron skillet: I have a perfectly seasoned cast iron skillet. Everything turns out wonderful every time I use it. Cornbread is my favorite thing to bake in it.
9. Good toilet paper: Rough super thin toilet paper sucks!
10. Chocolate: Sometimes you just need chocolate to make things better. I love the variety too!
2. In-laws: I really do consider them family just like today's #1 but I did want to make a special thankful just for all of my in-laws. My siblings married terrific people who totally belong with our family. Meric's family is so wonderful too. They have accepted and love me. They truly make me feel like I am part of the family. I am so thankful to have all of my in-laws as part of my family.
3. Heating pads: There are certain times of the month where I am SO thankful for heating pads. They really help when I am uncomfortable and in pain.
4. LARGE parking spots: One of the vehicles I drive regularly is a big truck. I am so grateful for when I can easily pull into a large parking spot. It seems like a lot of parking lots are full of tiny parking spaces that make you nervous about door dings even in a car so I am very thankful for those large ones.
5. Flowers: Whether they are wild flowers on the side of the road or flowers given to me by my husband, I love flowers. All the colors and wonderful scents make me smile. Here in Kentucky one of the highway exits that I use regularly had hundreds of sunflowers growing next to it during the summer. Every time I passed that exit I couldn't help but smile.
6. Fireflies: Go outside at dusk during the summer and nature will give you a light show. It is so beautiful and peaceful watching fireflies. I am thankful to be able to live somewhere that can enjoy fireflies.
7. Air conditioning: After this past summer I would be remiss if I didn't mention air conditioning in my list of thankfuls. When the heat index gets ugly I am very thankful I can stay cool.
8. Cast iron skillet: I have a perfectly seasoned cast iron skillet. Everything turns out wonderful every time I use it. Cornbread is my favorite thing to bake in it.
9. Good toilet paper: Rough super thin toilet paper sucks!
10. Chocolate: Sometimes you just need chocolate to make things better. I love the variety too!
Friday, November 18, 2011
Thankfuls: Day 1
Lately I have been thinking a lot about how blessed I am and I figured this time of year is the perfect time of year to blog about it. I made a list of different things I am thankful for and am going to share the list with you. I think that 10 a day for 1 week leading up to Thanksgiving is a good way to share so here is day one... (this list is in no way complete and in a very random order!)
1. Meric: I had to start with the thing I am most thankful for and that would be my wonderful husband. What can I say, I got the best! He is so sweet, kind, and very patient with me. I am not the easiest person to live with or love but he seems to actually like it. He is so supportive and encourages me to be my best. He still looks at me like I am the most beautiful girl in the world. He is my best friend. We have so much fun together. He is a good provider and a wonderful father to our 3 beasties. I am so blessed to have Meric as my eternal companion.
2. Health: I am so thankful for my health. I have never been seriously sick or injured. I am also thankful for the knowledge I have that helps me stay healthy. I am so thankful to naturally have good health and also the ability to do my part to stay healthy.
3. Indoor plumbing: No having to run outside to use the bathroom... who isn't thankful for that? I can't imagine having to run outside on a cold morning to use the bathroom and I am thankful I don't have to.
4. Pizza: I love pizza! It is one of my favorite foods and I am very thankful when I get to eat it!
5. Candles: There are so many wonderful things about candles. They provide warmth, nice smells, light, and decoration.
6. Dog harnesses: My girls are not the best on a leash. I am so thankful for harnesses which allow me to have better control over them. I am thankful that I can pull on their leashes when I need to without choking them. I am also thankful that my girls love putting them on and make it easy for me.
7. Rain: I love the sound of rain. I love how it smells after the rain. I am thankful for how green and beautiful it makes everything.
8. Peanut butter: It goes with just about anything. Chocolate, pretzels, pancakes, sandwiches, celery, cookies, etc.
9. Fluffy bathrobes: I am so thankful for my fluffy bathrobe especially on a cold day! (I know Meric is thankful for his too. On cold mornings he will wear his bathrobe oer his uniform until he has to leave the house.)
10. Water filters: I never really thought about filtering water until I moved away from Spokane. (Spokane has great tap water!) I am thankful for water filter pitchers and water filters for the trailer's water. I am also thankful of small water filters that are so necessary when you go backpacking.
1. Meric: I had to start with the thing I am most thankful for and that would be my wonderful husband. What can I say, I got the best! He is so sweet, kind, and very patient with me. I am not the easiest person to live with or love but he seems to actually like it. He is so supportive and encourages me to be my best. He still looks at me like I am the most beautiful girl in the world. He is my best friend. We have so much fun together. He is a good provider and a wonderful father to our 3 beasties. I am so blessed to have Meric as my eternal companion.
2. Health: I am so thankful for my health. I have never been seriously sick or injured. I am also thankful for the knowledge I have that helps me stay healthy. I am so thankful to naturally have good health and also the ability to do my part to stay healthy.
3. Indoor plumbing: No having to run outside to use the bathroom... who isn't thankful for that? I can't imagine having to run outside on a cold morning to use the bathroom and I am thankful I don't have to.
4. Pizza: I love pizza! It is one of my favorite foods and I am very thankful when I get to eat it!
5. Candles: There are so many wonderful things about candles. They provide warmth, nice smells, light, and decoration.
6. Dog harnesses: My girls are not the best on a leash. I am so thankful for harnesses which allow me to have better control over them. I am thankful that I can pull on their leashes when I need to without choking them. I am also thankful that my girls love putting them on and make it easy for me.
7. Rain: I love the sound of rain. I love how it smells after the rain. I am thankful for how green and beautiful it makes everything.
8. Peanut butter: It goes with just about anything. Chocolate, pretzels, pancakes, sandwiches, celery, cookies, etc.
9. Fluffy bathrobes: I am so thankful for my fluffy bathrobe especially on a cold day! (I know Meric is thankful for his too. On cold mornings he will wear his bathrobe oer his uniform until he has to leave the house.)
10. Water filters: I never really thought about filtering water until I moved away from Spokane. (Spokane has great tap water!) I am thankful for water filter pitchers and water filters for the trailer's water. I am also thankful of small water filters that are so necessary when you go backpacking.
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Be careful what you wish for...
Deploying is a part of being in the military. The question isn't if you will deploy it is when will you deploy. Some people want to be deployed while others dread and avoid it. I will give you one guess as to which category Meric is in. Meric has always wanted to be in the military and deploying is part of the experience he wants to have.
About a month ago Meric got an email that was sent out to all of the occupational therapists in the Army. It was regarding the up coming deployment slots and asking for volunteers. Meric and I agreed he should volunteer. He has gotten emails like this before and has volunteered then too. This time he was chosen to go. (if he hadn't volunteered he would have been sent next year anyway)
Meric will be deployed for nine months starting in February.
I was totally on board with him volunteering but when he told me he got it I started having second thoughts. I thought that deployment would be one of those things that never happened to us. It hit me all of a sudden "I am going to have to be without my husband for nine months." The first few days I could not talk about it without crying. It is going to be a hard nine months but I know that we will be okay. Like the times he volunteered before, I prayed that Heavenly Father would only send him if it was the right thing for us. I know that even thought it will be difficult it is an experience we both need to have.
One of the reasons we moved into a trailer is so that when Meric got deployed I could easily move back home to Washington. The first few days that is what I was planning to do but then I started to really think about it. First of all hauling a trailer up to WA in February means snow, slick roads and possibly closed passes. Living in a trailer in WA in February means really cold! Meric and I plan to someday live in the pacific northwest in a trailer in the winter, but I didn't want to have my first time be without him. Then I thought maybe I could move in with my family but then I really started to think about that. Living with my family would be fun (and I fully intend to make a long visit) but I am use to being on my own in my own house and it is hard to share. It also would have meant 6 rambunctious dogs in one house for nine months. Then I thought about just staying in Kentucky. That would mean being alone... or does it. As soon as I started thinking about staying here I was made very aware of how many people I have here for support. We haven't lived in Kentucky very long but it feels like home. Everyone at the campground has offered their help if ever we needed it. We have a wonderful ward with great home and visiting teachers. I have family and friends who are excited to come visit and spend time with me. As I thought of staying in Kentucky I was bombarded with people who cared about me and said they would help me not feel so alone. I am staying in Kentucky.
As much as I don't want to go without Meric for nine months (or any amount of time for that matter) I know that it is what needs to happen now for whatever reason. I know that it will be hard and that I will cry a lot but I also know that it will be okay.
Please keep Meric in your prayers!
About a month ago Meric got an email that was sent out to all of the occupational therapists in the Army. It was regarding the up coming deployment slots and asking for volunteers. Meric and I agreed he should volunteer. He has gotten emails like this before and has volunteered then too. This time he was chosen to go. (if he hadn't volunteered he would have been sent next year anyway)
Meric will be deployed for nine months starting in February.
I was totally on board with him volunteering but when he told me he got it I started having second thoughts. I thought that deployment would be one of those things that never happened to us. It hit me all of a sudden "I am going to have to be without my husband for nine months." The first few days I could not talk about it without crying. It is going to be a hard nine months but I know that we will be okay. Like the times he volunteered before, I prayed that Heavenly Father would only send him if it was the right thing for us. I know that even thought it will be difficult it is an experience we both need to have.
One of the reasons we moved into a trailer is so that when Meric got deployed I could easily move back home to Washington. The first few days that is what I was planning to do but then I started to really think about it. First of all hauling a trailer up to WA in February means snow, slick roads and possibly closed passes. Living in a trailer in WA in February means really cold! Meric and I plan to someday live in the pacific northwest in a trailer in the winter, but I didn't want to have my first time be without him. Then I thought maybe I could move in with my family but then I really started to think about that. Living with my family would be fun (and I fully intend to make a long visit) but I am use to being on my own in my own house and it is hard to share. It also would have meant 6 rambunctious dogs in one house for nine months. Then I thought about just staying in Kentucky. That would mean being alone... or does it. As soon as I started thinking about staying here I was made very aware of how many people I have here for support. We haven't lived in Kentucky very long but it feels like home. Everyone at the campground has offered their help if ever we needed it. We have a wonderful ward with great home and visiting teachers. I have family and friends who are excited to come visit and spend time with me. As I thought of staying in Kentucky I was bombarded with people who cared about me and said they would help me not feel so alone. I am staying in Kentucky.
As much as I don't want to go without Meric for nine months (or any amount of time for that matter) I know that it is what needs to happen now for whatever reason. I know that it will be hard and that I will cry a lot but I also know that it will be okay.
Please keep Meric in your prayers!
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