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Ok folks... Im back for now. We just got processed for deployment. I got all my shots... Anthrax, yellow fever, ect. But then, they pulled us into a room, one by one, and asked for volunteers to go. Of course, I said HELL NO!! that dont mean that Im not going, just the ones that said yes get pulled first. so far, 5 out of our 30 person unit is going. SO FAR. Anyway, good to be back after 2 weeks, and would like to thank everyone for their support and prayers. IT WORKED!!!

Well its official... For those of you who dont know me, Im a nursing student, and a soldier in the army national guard. I just got ordered today to active duty. I leave on Tues. It sucks because Im so close to being done, and will have to quit school. Meaning, This whole semester wasted, start over another time. Sucks again, because I have two little ones (2yrs old and 4 yrs old) and an active duty army husband, whos not going anywhere, but works 16 hr days. (p.s. its 11:41... hubby still not home from work.)

Guess Im just frustrated and scared. Not for what Ill be doing, (im a nurse in the guard), but for my kiddos. Will miss them much. They are too little to understand that Im coming back eventually, dont want them to think I deserted them, and my 4 yr old sees all the war stuff on tv.

Anyway.. I will return and check in with everyone... Probley change my name to "nurse-n-boots" lol.... Wish me luck!!!! :o

I just want to add my "Thank you" to the rest. You will be in my thoughts and prayers!

Cheryl Moore

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Originally posted by opalm

As are most of us. I am also former military.

We will watch over your babies and husband and

His eyes will watch over you.

God speed,

Cathy

This post just gave me chills. Cathy put it perfectly.

Take care of ours, we'll take care of yours. :D

Heather

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I am sitting here reading this with tears in my eyes. I don't know how you do it. My heart is breaking for all service men and women and their families. You are all in my prayers daily. Stay safe, and God bless.

Marnna

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The very best of luck to you, words cannot express my utmost respect and appreciation for you and everyone who serves.

Come home safely.

mkue

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Good luck. Now you are going active are you going to be stationed at a base here in the US or going overseas? My husband also active just found out that he is deploying as well. I thought that the reserves were coming into the bases here and the 'current' active duty are going over.

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Good luck to you. You're in my thoughts. Thank you for all you do.

Heather

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Thank you for your service to our country. I have much respect for you & can understand your fear and frustration.

You and your family will be in our prayers.

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Thank you so much for your service to our country, it's people like you that keep this country safe and make it such an amazing place to live.

We are so proud of you! You are all in our prayers!

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Specializes in cardiac, diabetes, OB/GYN.

Military brat and wife here. You have no idea how thankful we are to you and those who serve with you. I know it is scary and seemingly unfair, but we are all with you and you, your family and all your service mates are in our hearts, minds and prayers...Maybe you could send a snail mail and /or email address when you get to where you're going so we can keep your spirits up to the best of OUR abilities...{{{{{}}}}

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My husband is an active duty Marine and we just found out yesterday that he is leaving on Sunday.

I hope you time away from your family is short. Stay safe. We are proud of you and you should be proud of yourself.

Sam

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I wish you luck and hope you will be able to stay in close touch with your family.

I am sad for you and your children and pray you will be home soon.

I honor your [and your husband's] dedication to our country.

Godspeed.

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Thank you for your dedication and service to this country. My thoughts and Prayers with be with you and your family.

May God bless you and keep you safe. {{{{{{{}}}}}}}}}}

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