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Hardest "Goodbye" in my LIFE!
I don't like to say "goodbye". I prefer "Until the next time". Saying goodbye, seems like a "forever" statement. One in which I, myself, try to never use when someone I love has to leave.
Friday, we attended Pir for my daughter. It was one of the most memorable events I have ever experienced in my life. I couldn't wait to hold my daughter in my arms and tell her how much I love her and how proud I am of her!
We got to take her with us as soon as PIR was over. Spend the day with her. Then had to have her back on base by 7pm (they CAN NOT be late).
Then we woke up at 2:30 am Saturday to leave the hotel by 3:30 am. That was the time her shuttle was leaving for the airport. We met her at the terminal, followed her to check in, and went through security with her. Her flight was to leave at 10:30 am.
Here comes the hard part! When it was time for us (my husband, daughter and mother) to say "goodbye" to her, I let stood back and let them first say their goodbye's. As they were doing this a wave of emotions hit me like never before in my life. I had to take deep breathes in order to not totally break down. I had tears flowing down my face and as much as I tried to maintain my composure, it seemed almost impossible.
This was so much harder than our "goodbye" to her for BC. This time, she will be gone for 20 weeks for A School. (Air Traffic Controller) The 9 Fridays now seem like nothing compared to the 20 weeks we have this time. I will again count the Fridays and not the days. To me, it doesn't seem as long until we get to see her again.
A couple of times as I was waiting for everyone else to say their "goodbyes", I had to hold my head down, and put my hand on my forehead to cover my face as I tried like _ell to pull it together.
Finally, it was my turn! I again, quickly while I still could, told her that I loved her and that I am so extremely proud of her. I told her to stay focused on her goals that she set forth for her Navy career and never lose site of them. But, that truly was, all I could say. You see, when I cry I can't speak. I don't know about you, but the words just can't seem to come out. So, I just held her. I then took her face in my hands and kissed the beautiful women that now stands in front of me. At that moment I couldn't have been more proud of her! She has more courage than I have ever had! And at that moment, I have never LOVED her more! Then she was off!
God Bless ALL our Loved Ones as the go on this fabulous journey.
They are in good hands!
God Speed!
Go Navy!
Hooyah!
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Permalink Reply by judy r on
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Yes 20 Fridays may seem long but...when she has time she can call you now and maybe even slip in a text or 2 the communication blanket is lifting.
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Permalink Reply by sandihas5 on
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This made me teary! Our son does not leave for boot camp until Aug 26th and then graduation in October sometime. I know I will be a sad mess. He is our 3rd of five kids and the first one to leave. (our two older ones live at home and attend college). He is the first one to truely leave and be on his own. I don't even like to think about people yelling at him. But we are so proud of the mature decision he has made for his future:)
Now if he could only keep his room clean.......maybe I should start practicing being a drill sargeant.
Take care,
Sandi
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