And then there's my husband and his joblessness. He has many offers, he's already turned 2 down. It's just so confusing.
#1 - has insurance but we'd pay more then we do now And they pay hourly less. but he'd like the job (he thinks)
#2 - pays more per hour but doesn't have insurance.
#3 - pays about what he was making, no ins. but will pay into a retirement.
#4 - only has part-time but if he goes there they hope to add service . This is a hardware but they only sale things right now they don't service anything but with him they could, he could help them grow? Not sure on hourly, ins....
#5 - he'd be going back to his first love carpentry and they could add plumbing and heating electrical to their services. They have ins., more then we pay now, they'll do retirement. But they haven't given him an hourly wage yet.
#6 - 2 guys bought the old hardware and wants to re-open it. but know nothing about heating and plumbing! They are cleaning up and sprucing up the place But not answering phones or lining up jobs! same money, retirement, no ins. But will they make it a go or will it collapse in 6 months?!
Okay I think I'm done now. LOL probably not but I have to go, work is getting Crazy!
Oldest daughter trying new hormones (cries over anything thing and says and you guys did this EVERY month!) new Nutritionist diet plan and has a trainer. Bless her heart. wish she'd just adopt and take the pressure off.
Ex-sailor, still struggling. :) with getting classes she needs lined up , base child care, house, yard, dogs and Tahlia! I just feel she should sale everything and come stay with us and go to school, get a job here whatever. Her point (a good one) With Joe being gone 8 months out of the year (maybe more) when he gets back why would I volunteer to be somewhere else? Where would he stay, if we sold the house?????
Been a long while since I have posted, but have been trying my best to keep up with all you.
Blondie.....whew, girl you make tired while you are taking it easy! LOL! Bless your heart, when you need help the most, you never have it at work. I sure hope you get to run your errands today and eat lunch, but I can already tell that is not looking very promising. I wish I could offer some good insight on Hubby's Job situation, but that is a really tough one. I will put that on my prayer list. I am so thankful that you back is better, but you need to really take it easy (as easy as you can) and let it continue to improve. But I know, you have many, many things that need your attention. Hang in there sweet lady and try your best. I feel for both of your daughters. I think it is harder to see our kiddos struggle and not able to do anything to make it all better. At least it is for me. I have always been a fixer but there are some things that Mom can't always fix.
Maggs, been thinking of you and you are in prayers. Hang in there sweet lady, and please let me know if can offer any help at all to you.
T-Lynn, not sure it is any good gossip, but here is my update:
It has been kind of crazy in my life for the past several months. My daughter moved from Georgia to Phoenix, AZ! Yeah, that was kind of big!!! Sure was not expecting that. She loves it and we have been to visit. Now you all know I am Mississippi girl, born and raised here. I had never been any further West than Arkansas, so seeing the real West was great and we had a great time. I was put to a real trial while there, as we landed in Phoenix on Friday night, and then on Sunday morning, early, I received a text from my brother to call him when I got up. I called him immediately and he told me that Mom had fell that morning and they were taking her to the ER. He assured me that I didn't need to head home and they would keep me updated and to enjoy my visit with Calee. Long story short, she ended up being admitted to the hospital that Friday with a broken leg. Missed it in the ER visit and she had been home all week long with it. I got back home late Saturday night and went to the hospital the first thing on Sunday morning. She ended up there for 18 days and then she has been in the nursing home ever since receiving therapy. She has made progress but not nearly as fast as before. We may be up for some tough decisions in the very near future, but right now we are taking it one day at the time, which is all we can do.
In the meantime my right foot started giving me fits to the point that I was not sleeping. Went to Dr. and low and behold I had to have another surgery (shaved down my heel bone). I had this done last Thursday and I am not yet mobile, but have been putting a little weight on it with walking boot on. Hopefully in a few more days it will be even better. Just trying my best not to rush it. I just hate to be down. Hubby is driving me to work and picking me up. At least this time I am not on crutches. A friend loaned me a knee scooter so that has really helped. On another note, hubs retired from his job in March. He is so happy and has been crazy busy in his wood shop. He is building a set of kitchen cabinets now, has remodeled 2 bathrooms, and has 3 or 4 more jobs lined up. He also has started a remodeling project in our living room. Removed all the paneling and hung sheet rock on 3 walls and shiplap on 1. He is going to put hardwood down next, but that may be a few weeks, depending on when I get the crown modeling painted.
Our son (former Sailor) will graduate in December with his commercial helicopter pilot's license. He is pretty pumped. I told him he can see light at the end of the tunnel. He and his wife are doing okay. They have had a really tough year. She lost her Dad last September (he got stung by a bee and did not have an Epipen). She is an only child and her parents were divorced so she everything to deal with. It has been so hard watching her have to go through this and we have tried our best to help her as much as we could, but there is only so much that we can do.
Well that is about it for me....I do hope all of you are doing well.
So that is what it takes to get some of you ( Miss) and sharing! I have to not be on site for several days. Ok if that is how it works - I will do it - JUST to get my Pan Moms here and Jumping in the water!
Blondie - after ready your message to the Energizer Bunny - he has thrown in the towel. He said - You win - you are way more busier that he ever was. I am sorry your hubby has not found his new job. I will place him on the Positive List and read it every morning. With Miss prayers and other good vibes from all here - something has to land in his lap. Keep us posted. And just take your time and HEAL !!!! You will find a way to get all the stuff done. But remember you count first.I will put Blondie Jr on teh list too for things to go better.
Well Miss - so good to hear form you. Yes - thank you LOVE the gossip!!! Congrats to all. Hubby retired and having fun remodeling the house. - daughter closer to you - son graduating - BUT really you just had to have foot surgery! Just take it easy. Put that foot up and relax and order in dinners. Will send some Healing Reiki energy our way. And some gentle positive thoughts for your dil. With you by her side - she will be ok.
I have some gossip - My oldest son just hear today - he got the new job with Blue Cross Blue Shield. He will start August 20th. Better hours - better pay - FULL insurance coverage on September 1st! Plus, the person interviewing him like his background abilities in business - that he will have the chance to move up in teh company. So we are happy here.
Now no words yet from our sailor if he earned that promotion. But I believe. Let you all know.
Hy have to get - Grandson is running Grandpa in circles !
So Ture Miss, it's always harder to watch our kids go through this stuff! I'm a doer and fixer too and I just want to go for it! but it's their lives.... You seem as BUSY as me. no contest. :)And What's with this foot again! My turn to say, take it easy.
T-Lynn, Congrats to your son! And that other by needs to call his Mama! LOL I know it's not always that Simple but it's hard being Mama.
Just letting you know I made it through the week! it was hard and painful but I made it. Last night I got home and hubby wasn't there, dishes weren't done, lawn not mowed.... I sat on ice with a glass of wine, ended up finishing the whole bottle! I figure if he doesn't do anything why should I. Now he was working at my Dad's and running around with resumes (like why more just pick a job!) but I worked 10 and 11 hour days and still cooked supper and kept up with laundry so decided I didn't have to do anything either! How's that for taking a stand. :) working this morning, then taking my old dog to be put to sleep then going to my sister's and getting drunk. well maybe not drunk(can't afford to slow down healing or fall or do something stupid!) but gonna relax and drink my share. Hope you all have a Wonderful weekend. I think I'll take my batteries out . Bahahaha
We have been preparing for Daves "party". We had it yesterday. Some of his ashes were placed in a bio-urn, and a sampling was placed in it. He will be a tree outside my daughters door, for years to come. He will give her shade in the summer, shelter in the rain and comfort every day. We had about 100 people during the open house, lots of food, and friendship. Stories, and photos of him when he was healthy. He turned down visits when he was sick, and dint want anyone to see him. He said he could not stand they sympathetic looks he would get. We celebrated him, and had a simple ceremony of our own. The whole for the urn wad dug by my two sons, a son in low and brother in low too. Oldest son rang a bell as I walked the prepared bio-urn out to the whole, youngest (sailor), placed it in. People could say a few words, some did. Funny stories, and some serious. We had people take a handful of dirt and place around the urn. My two boys finished filling in the area. Sailor and Daughters Sister-in-law (police officer), folded the flag, but they did it away from everyone, Sailor presented me with it. Afteri t was all finished, we returned to the house, and continued the celebration.
Soooo....I joined this group when my son’s orders had him going to Okinawa 4 years ago. Those orders changed about 6 weeks before he was to leave. Since then he had been stationed outside of DC, met and married his wife and is now at II MEF and going to Okinawa for deployment. Ah....gotta love Ma Navy.
THANKS for the tears Maggs. Such an Honor you sharing that personal moment with us. So touching and special. I'm glad the whole family got to participate and that you Celebrated his life. A WONDERFUL gift for your daughter to cherish Always. Daddy watching over.
DramaSoul, sorry about the nose thing but glad you Enjoyed it!! Aren't you glad you stayed with us? Now you've come full circle! My daughter has been back 6 years, hard to Believe. But I wouldn't leave this group for ANYTHING.
God promises to comfort the broken-hearted and to turn their mourning to joy!! If you're not in that place yet, don't give up and don't despair...God does not lie...God is the same yesterday, today and forever and what He promises will surely come to pass! Trust him with the broken pieces of your heart and believe that He will be faithful to complete the good work He has begun in you. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit- Psalm 34:18 He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.- Psalm 147:3 Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted-Matthew 5:4 You have turned my mourning into dancing for me; You have taken off my sackcloth and clothed me with joy- Psalm 30:11
My husband was just diagnosed with lung cancer. We did catch it very early, so that's good. No income except our VA and military retired pay. The savings bonds will get a workout, and we might sell the Harley. Not the medical bills, we have Tricare, but just our usual debt, bills, and life.
My son is headed to Sasebo tomorrow, 8/20/2018. He was trying to check in online, from home here and was told he needed to take a picture of his passport in order to do that. He has his military ID and his orders which are supposed to act as a passport. United is telling him then there is no way for him to check in online. Instead, he must go to ticket agent extra early tomorrow and show his ID and orders and they should be adequate for him to obtain boarding pass.
Can anyone shed light on this? Much appreciated ladies!
Yes, my son showed his orders and military ID as he checked in at the ticket counter. It should be ok.
But does he have a passport? If not, help him get one. It can be done while he is at his base. I just need to find the how too - to share with you. And yes - he will need to have one.
When he has the chance to travel - like my sailor did on leave to China - he did NOT use his military ID. His personal passport is needed. Please don't worry - all should be ok
And ask him not to travel in his uniform! My sailor did the first time he was going to Sasebo - and when he arrived his sponsor told him - NOT to do that again. Travel in USA in uniform ok - but not over seas. Plus, he will want to be in comfortable clothing - It's a LOONNGG flight.
By the way - when he goes to the ticket counter - have him ask if his parents can come and sit with him at the gate. All you need - IF the airlines will allow it - is your drivers license. It was nice to set with our sailor for 2 more hours.
Let us know how it goes.
And remember - its ok to cry. If you don't want to cry in front of him - come here and share. We ALL understand..
Hey - Stillmybaby. Honest - its ok to do what it says on this picture! And honest - you WILL know its him calling. It happens to all us Navy Moms all the time.
Hi. My son does have a passport and has it with him, which will be good for traveling around, like T-Lynn said. However, the sailor he traveled with when going to Japan did not have a passport - only his military ID and orders, and had never even flown before - and all was fine.
Also agree with T-Lynn about not wearing the uniform while traveling overseas - my son stressed that point.
Wish I had known about asking to sit with him at the airport - it really is emotional seeing them leave.
Wish I could say it gets easier, but it's only been 6 months and we don't get to hear much when they are out to sea. Take advantage of every opportunity to Skype or FaceTime or communicate in some way.
Stillmybaby - It will work just fine for your son to check in at the airport tomorrow. Using his military ID at the airport has the advantage with United of possibly getting a better seat for free if there are any available. My son just flew United twice (to the US and then back to Japan). The planes are old 757s so the seat back movie options limited. There is also no power at the coach seats. So he should have all of his entertainment devices fully charged.
On Facebook, I follow a several pages for the base in Sasebo just because I like seeing what is going on. Helps me feel a bit more connected. My son is enjoying his time there.
Your son can apply for a passport somewhere on base. He should ask about it when he gets there. He might need a copy of this birth certificate so he should take that with him. He can certainly just travel with his DOD ID when is is traveling on orders but having the flexibility to go to Korea or other nearby countries to take advantage of already being on the other side of the world would be positive. Also, in the unlilkely case there is a family emergency and he needs to come home, he would need a passport. My son's last ship (VA based) was in Canada and one of his sailors had an emergency and needed to come home. She has a passport but didn't have it with her on the trip so she couldn't fly from Canada. She had to wait 2 days until the ship got back in the US. They then dropped her off at a port in the US and she flew home. While they were in Canada, my son contacted the local US consulate on behalf of his sailor and they could have helped but it would have taken longer than her just staying with the ship until it got back to the US coast.
Thank you thank you ladies! I am passing along the info to my son as I get it. His panic comes to me. I try to sort through the chaos and get to actual questions which I then post here.
Apparently his "sponsor" back in GL was about as helpful as a sponge. And some of these questions were asked of the sponsor.
He's packing but not sure how much to take. 2 sets of clothing? sneaks, all uniforms of course, the towels he was issued at GL?Are there certain caps not belonging to a uniform that he needs to bring?
I know this is rapid fire questioning. Appreciate your attention and time!!
Stillmybaby: I probably can't be as helpful as you would like here so hopefully others can answer. Towels would probably be important. Will he be living on the ship or barracks? He probably needs sheets too. If he has a computer he should take that, just not in his checked luggage. Flying with orders, he is allowed heavier checked bags so that shouldn't be an issue for him. Does he have a reservation for the Blue Bus from Fukuoka Airport to Sasebo? I would guess his sponsor should have set that up but if they haven't been super helpful, that may have been missed. (https://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrj/installations/cfa_sasebo/abo...)
Stillmybaby, HUGS, I understand you, I sent my baby girl at age 18 to the Middle East for 2 years, then straight to Japan for another 3 years. It's so hard to let go and let God. But the Navy takes really good care of them. She did fine even with medical emergencies and hospitalizations. Our Sailors are tougher then we think. And they have a Great support team. And we are here for you, to cry, rage, pray and celebrate! Ask, or vent we all do.
I love all the helpful advice!!!
T-Lynn, Celebrating with you, your son's E-7 WOW Brovo Yes, the rooster looks like me. LOL and that phone post as gotten LOTS of use these past years. Made me smile to see it again.
Anti-M, sorry to hear about your husband, Please keep us posted, let us know if there's anything we can do. Hugs
Navymom2, hope you had a good week. cloudy days are the worst. Wish I could brighten your day. Hugs Navy Strong.
Joe is back to base camp, well he was LOL he contacted my daughter(his wife), my other daughter and myself. I Love that he checks in with all of us! Retired marine nephew is settling in, going to college and enjoying his 2 girls. Air force nephew will be home for Labor Day weekend then getting ready to deploy again.
X-sailor will not be coming home with Tahlia the school finally set up one of her classes on campus, this way she gets money from the Navy. It's good for them but sadly I don't get her here. So I bought tickets to go to her in Oct. (exam week). Which sadly means I won't be able to afford to go over the holidays. Hubby is still unemployed, was hoping by the end of this week.....???? My health problems are improving, still no physical activity I did mow for half an hour a couple weeks ago, Nope, hubby had to last week and this week. I try to help pick garden but weeding is out of the question. I've prepped the pepper jelly and salsa for canning but hubby has to actually can it. Guess it's good he is not working right now. lol Working half a day today and then seeing 2 of my Doctors (also good hubby can go with me) hopefully they can help with the pain and I can sleep! I'm actually considering pain meds.! So you know it's bad. It has improved, I don't hurt 24/7 but as soon as I sit in the wrong chair, stand too long, try to take a walk....and sometimes I don't even know what I did! One doctor here says MRI, maybe surgery, other says stay with the decompression, which works, if I go twice a week or so. But I still have bad days and nights are miserable so.... Hoping these 2 doctor's today can give more insight. It's definitely worse then 2013 and 2015 episodes. But of course things only get worse, arthritis and degeneration are not gonna get better. I don't suppose spinal curve will improve much more with age, right side is getting tired of holding it, having lots of muscle spasms and pain id I over do or get over tired..... Life is happening, I'm just trying to catch up!
So thankful and grateful for you all ~ my NAVY sisters! Was reading through all comments and realized there is sooo much life going on here. Some of it good and some of it not so good. You are ALL such strong and caring women! Thank you for being here and posting. No other words... just (((HUGS)))
I forgot - Stillmybaby - pack long johns! It does get cold there. My sailor called home pegging for his. turn out when he went to get some - the NEX was out! So he went into the near by town to shop in a Japanese store. They had long johns BUT sizes are so different. Their large is no way our large! So pack those if you have them.
Blondie - hang in there. Fingers still crossed for hubby to get hired and for you to get better. Sorry Blondie Jr will not be coming back. But at least you can call.
Grandson is proud of himself. He was moved to the Pre-School room - that is the older kids. And he came home telling us he is going to learn to poop on the potty. Ok - now I wonder what's next?
Wish all a great night.
Gentle Hugs Stillmybaby .
Hey - check in. You know who you are! Gossip tank is low.
Still my Baby.. Long Johns are a must! If he is over 5'2" his sizes will be hard to come by. OK Ladies I have made it passt 5 months... Still not any easier, and sailor is going into Navy Reserves. They called him, and made an offer. Reluctant to do things untill this morning. These Juveniles were being a pain...
Maggs, Dave's party sounds wonderful! I love the pictures.
TLynn, Congrats to your son. What a great accomplishment.
Beachmomblue, have a wonderful visit.
Blondie.....No Batteries! ha. ha.
Anti M, Huggs. Stay in touch.
Stillmybaby. Did you hear from him? The only thing that I would have added if I posted in time was to have some yen in his pocket and carry any uniforms that he needs for the first couple of days in case his luggage is lost. Keep us informed.
My son has been told that he cannot travel anywhere in uniform. It used to bug me that the army always got to board early because they were in uniform. The airlines have changed that and ALL active duty with military id and their family can board early. It made a big difference when they traveled with a 3 year old.
2017 was my bad year. So far so good this year. I have finished all my treatment (except a pill for 10 years). This month decided that I have enough hair to go to work without the wig. Everyone thinks that I got a perm.
July 26th was my youngest (26yo) first check up after finishing his chemo and one year after his brain surgery. He is still cancer free and they are weening him off the anti-seizure meds. This will allow him to return to the job he was doing in a year.
I fly to visit my sailor, dil and grandson 3 weeks. Life is good.
Hi Kim, Thank you. I had the best time with my son. I'm going to try to put a picture on here. It was so good to just be with him. We had a blast in Hawaii. Now he is back in Japan and I'm back home in Rhode Island. I wished the goodbyes would getter easier but it doesn't seem to.
Maggs - so good to hear from you. Sorry about those juveniles misbehaving. So which one wanted to drive? You know how kids get when they get that permit to drive. The reserves? Now is that monthly duty - weekend duty? I honestly don't remember. And they do get the benefits - right?
Kim - Thank you for my sailor. AND what great news you are sharing. Would love to see your new perm. Know you are beautiful. Yippee about son doing so well and getting his job back. AWESOME !!! Have a fun trip and hug your grandbaby.
Ok -Blondie didn't check in. She must have put her batteries back.
MiSS - how is the remodeling going?
Looking forward to the pictures Beachmomblue. So glad you had a good time.
And we all are looking forward to hearing your sailor arriving safe and sound Stillmybaby. Hope you are doing ok. Just hang on - we all are beside you on this roller coaster ride of emotions. hugs
Well raining here. Suppose to be the cookout with Scout Reach staff today. It our summer end party. Luckily our boss has a huge screened in gazebo. So we all should be ok.
They call them "chemo curls". Mine are starting to relax, but not evenly. I am left with fuzzy hair that I don't know what to do with. I have always had straight hair. I am buying all kinds of product. My hair keeps changing so I keep switching. All advice is welcome. I am not complaining.....It's great to have ANY hair.
Hubby never lost his hair, it went thin, then came back silver gray. He always had curls, but they came back thicker. His hair was returning dark before he passed away.
Anyway need advice... FIL had a Purple Heart, Given to Hubby for safe keeping for My eldest son. Hubby passed eldest is in his 30s., so they are his. SIL wants the Purple Heart, to be buried with. He sad she wants it, I said I was disappointed that she asked for it, she is disappointed I wont give it to her. She may have to reevaluate our relationship if I say no!!
Will the last days of summer are trying to show just how hot they can get. IT is HOT today!!!! We had heat warnings.
And then thunderstorms tonight. Just have to like this weather.
Telling hubby some news - just that our water bill was $95.00. OOPS. You know how it goes. Yaya found a bigger pool for Riker and his friends to splash more in. So naturally I kept it with CLEAN water. I can say - Riker had $95.00 worth of fun !!!
Maggs - There is no right answer here. Family situations like this are tough. What an awful position to put you in.
I am just going to answer based on my first reaction: I would tell you SIL that your FIL had given it to your son, your husband only had it for safe keeping until your son got older. Your FIL (her father, I am guessing) wishes were that your son get it. For you to go against those wishes now wouldn't be right. You need to honor your FIL's wishes.
You need to do what you believe your FIL and husband would have wanted, to the best of your knowledge. I am guessing that your FIL wanted it passed down through the family, that is why he wanted your husband to hold it for your son. Being buried with it will stop the progression through the family. There may be something else that meant a lot to your FIL that your SIL could be buried with that fills the same purpose for her.
Do what you think is right Maggs, but as a veteran, I say do not bury it. Whomever you (or you FIL) decide(d) should have it, at least it will be available to frame, pass on...do as you please in the future, for the future generations. As my father always said, just live the life so the reflection you see in the mirror can sleep well at night.
I do not post here as often as I follow y'all..but I am putting my husband on a plane in the am for a flight to Japan. He and our Sailor will climb Mt Fuji together, then ... relax? My daughter and I will go in Cherry Blossom season.
I have also been following this group for quite some time (since my son was assigned to Japan in January) without posting. I am in awe of the kindness and friendship I see. Everyone seems so close that I can't figure out if you have actually met or are just really close internet friends.
Anyway, I wanted to chime in. Maggs, you will know in your heart the right thing to do, but just to offer an opinion, I agree that it would be a shame to bury the medal. I'm going to guess that it is something your son has been looking forward to owning some day, and by letting him have it your FIL lives on. There is a story that goes with the Purple Heart, and as long as it can be seen, the story will be told. If it gets buried, there is a chance that the story and the heroism disappear with it. I know that my son cherishes the military mementos of his father, grandfathers and great grandfather.
Oh boy, Maggs. Family is tricky. I agree with Proud Mom, CindyN and Chris.
My aunt is on life support after a heart attack. She is 88. Two of her four children are disagreeing over stopping life support. They happen to be the same two who are suing each other over lord-knows-what. It is ugly and one of the reasons I left Southern California so long ago....all this selfish family drama. Sigh. Good reason to have a living will/advanced directive in place!
Kim...I have had kinky/curly hair all my life. It has a mind of it’s own. I used to do everything I could to straighten it. Finally just decided to keep my hair shorter and let it do it’s thing. I am sure your texture is different too from the chemo. Some days are good hair days....others not so much! So happy you are doing well.
About phones in Japan...my son’s latest experience. We have been texting via WhatsApp. However, talking or FaceTime not so good since it is WiFi dependent and apparently the WiFi sucks. He and my DIL have Verizon. Sooo...my DIL did research. They suspended his Verizon account until he gets back and went with T-Mobile just for him as it has much better coverage in Japan. She sent him the new SIM card so we shall see! Still trying to get the time difference down. I do love being able to text with him. It’s been almost a year since I have seen him and my lovely DIL. Ah...when our loved ones join the Navy, we join too!
Blessings to all of you. I read posts and send loving energy out to all of you.
Blondie
And then there's my husband and his joblessness. He has many offers, he's already turned 2 down. It's just so confusing.
#1 - has insurance but we'd pay more then we do now And they pay hourly less. but he'd like the job (he thinks)
#2 - pays more per hour but doesn't have insurance.
#3 - pays about what he was making, no ins. but will pay into a retirement.
#4 - only has part-time but if he goes there they hope to add service . This is a hardware but they only sale things right now they don't service anything but with him they could, he could help them grow? Not sure on hourly, ins....
#5 - he'd be going back to his first love carpentry and they could add plumbing and heating electrical to their services. They have ins., more then we pay now, they'll do retirement. But they haven't given him an hourly wage yet.
#6 - 2 guys bought the old hardware and wants to re-open it. but know nothing about heating and plumbing! They are cleaning up and sprucing up the place But not answering phones or lining up jobs! same money, retirement, no ins. But will they make it a go or will it collapse in 6 months?!
Okay I think I'm done now. LOL probably not but I have to go, work is getting Crazy!
Oldest daughter trying new hormones (cries over anything thing and says and you guys did this EVERY month!) new Nutritionist diet plan and has a trainer. Bless her heart. wish she'd just adopt and take the pressure off.
Ex-sailor, still struggling. :) with getting classes she needs lined up , base child care, house, yard, dogs and Tahlia! I just feel she should sale everything and come stay with us and go to school, get a job here whatever. Her point (a good one) With Joe being gone 8 months out of the year (maybe more) when he gets back why would I volunteer to be somewhere else? Where would he stay, if we sold the house?????
This life sucks. but their decision.
Aug 1, 2018
Mississippi Mom
Good morning, Ladies!
Been a long while since I have posted, but have been trying my best to keep up with all you.
Blondie.....whew, girl you make tired while you are taking it easy! LOL! Bless your heart, when you need help the most, you never have it at work. I sure hope you get to run your errands today and eat lunch, but I can already tell that is not looking very promising. I wish I could offer some good insight on Hubby's Job situation, but that is a really tough one. I will put that on my prayer list. I am so thankful that you back is better, but you need to really take it easy (as easy as you can) and let it continue to improve. But I know, you have many, many things that need your attention. Hang in there sweet lady and try your best. I feel for both of your daughters. I think it is harder to see our kiddos struggle and not able to do anything to make it all better. At least it is for me. I have always been a fixer but there are some things that Mom can't always fix.
Maggs, been thinking of you and you are in prayers. Hang in there sweet lady, and please let me know if can offer any help at all to you.
T-Lynn, not sure it is any good gossip, but here is my update:
It has been kind of crazy in my life for the past several months. My daughter moved from Georgia to Phoenix, AZ! Yeah, that was kind of big!!! Sure was not expecting that. She loves it and we have been to visit. Now you all know I am Mississippi girl, born and raised here. I had never been any further West than Arkansas, so seeing the real West was great and we had a great time. I was put to a real trial while there, as we landed in Phoenix on Friday night, and then on Sunday morning, early, I received a text from my brother to call him when I got up. I called him immediately and he told me that Mom had fell that morning and they were taking her to the ER. He assured me that I didn't need to head home and they would keep me updated and to enjoy my visit with Calee. Long story short, she ended up being admitted to the hospital that Friday with a broken leg. Missed it in the ER visit and she had been home all week long with it. I got back home late Saturday night and went to the hospital the first thing on Sunday morning. She ended up there for 18 days and then she has been in the nursing home ever since receiving therapy. She has made progress but not nearly as fast as before. We may be up for some tough decisions in the very near future, but right now we are taking it one day at the time, which is all we can do.
Aug 1, 2018
Mississippi Mom
In the meantime my right foot started giving me fits to the point that I was not sleeping. Went to Dr. and low and behold I had to have another surgery (shaved down my heel bone). I had this done last Thursday and I am not yet mobile, but have been putting a little weight on it with walking boot on. Hopefully in a few more days it will be even better. Just trying my best not to rush it. I just hate to be down. Hubby is driving me to work and picking me up. At least this time I am not on crutches. A friend loaned me a knee scooter so that has really helped. On another note, hubs retired from his job in March. He is so happy and has been crazy busy in his wood shop. He is building a set of kitchen cabinets now, has remodeled 2 bathrooms, and has 3 or 4 more jobs lined up. He also has started a remodeling project in our living room. Removed all the paneling and hung sheet rock on 3 walls and shiplap on 1. He is going to put hardwood down next, but that may be a few weeks, depending on when I get the crown modeling painted.
Our son (former Sailor) will graduate in December with his commercial helicopter pilot's license. He is pretty pumped. I told him he can see light at the end of the tunnel. He and his wife are doing okay. They have had a really tough year. She lost her Dad last September (he got stung by a bee and did not have an Epipen). She is an only child and her parents were divorced so she everything to deal with. It has been so hard watching her have to go through this and we have tried our best to help her as much as we could, but there is only so much that we can do.
Well that is about it for me....I do hope all of you are doing well.
Aug 1, 2018
T-Lynn
HI
So that is what it takes to get some of you ( Miss) and sharing! I have to not be on site for several days. Ok if that is how it works - I will do it - JUST to get my Pan Moms here and Jumping in the water!
Blondie - after ready your message to the Energizer Bunny - he has thrown in the towel. He said - You win - you are way more busier that he ever was. I am sorry your hubby has not found his new job. I will place him on the Positive List and read it every morning. With Miss prayers and other good vibes from all here - something has to land in his lap. Keep us posted. And just take your time and HEAL !!!! You will find a way to get all the stuff done. But remember you count first.I will put Blondie Jr on teh list too for things to go better.
Well Miss - so good to hear form you. Yes - thank you LOVE the gossip!!! Congrats to all. Hubby retired and having fun remodeling the house. - daughter closer to you - son graduating - BUT really you just had to have foot surgery! Just take it easy. Put that foot up and relax and order in dinners. Will send some Healing Reiki energy our way. And some gentle positive thoughts for your dil. With you by her side - she will be ok.
I have some gossip - My oldest son just hear today - he got the new job with Blue Cross Blue Shield. He will start August 20th. Better hours - better pay - FULL insurance coverage on September 1st! Plus, the person interviewing him like his background abilities in business - that he will have the chance to move up in teh company. So we are happy here.
Now no words yet from our sailor if he earned that promotion. But I believe. Let you all know.
Hy have to get - Grandson is running Grandpa in circles !
Have a wonderful evening and sweet dreams hugs
Aug 2, 2018
Blondie
So Ture Miss, it's always harder to watch our kids go through this stuff! I'm a doer and fixer too and I just want to go for it! but it's their lives.... You seem as BUSY as me. no contest. :)And What's with this foot again! My turn to say, take it easy.
T-Lynn, Congrats to your son! And that other by needs to call his Mama! LOL I know it's not always that Simple but it's hard being Mama.
Just letting you know I made it through the week! it was hard and painful but I made it. Last night I got home and hubby wasn't there, dishes weren't done, lawn not mowed.... I sat on ice with a glass of wine, ended up finishing the whole bottle! I figure if he doesn't do anything why should I. Now he was working at my Dad's and running around with resumes (like why more just pick a job!) but I worked 10 and 11 hour days and still cooked supper and kept up with laundry so decided I didn't have to do anything either! How's that for taking a stand. :) working this morning, then taking my old dog to be put to sleep then going to my sister's and getting drunk. well maybe not drunk(can't afford to slow down healing or fall or do something stupid!) but gonna relax and drink my share. Hope you all have a Wonderful weekend. I think I'll take my batteries out . Bahahaha
Aug 4, 2018
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Aug 5, 2018
maggs
We have been preparing for Daves "party". We had it yesterday. Some of his ashes were placed in a bio-urn, and a sampling was placed in it. He will be a tree outside my daughters door, for years to come. He will give her shade in the summer, shelter in the rain and comfort every day. We had about 100 people during the open house, lots of food, and friendship. Stories, and photos of him when he was healthy. He turned down visits when he was sick, and dint want anyone to see him. He said he could not stand they sympathetic looks he would get. We celebrated him, and had a simple ceremony of our own. The whole for the urn wad dug by my two sons, a son in low and brother in low too. Oldest son rang a bell as I walked the prepared bio-urn out to the whole, youngest (sailor), placed it in. People could say a few words, some did. Funny stories, and some serious. We had people take a handful of dirt and place around the urn. My two boys finished filling in the area. Sailor and Daughters Sister-in-law (police officer), folded the flag, but they did it away from everyone, Sailor presented me with it. Afteri t was all finished, we returned to the house, and continued the celebration.
Aug 6, 2018
DramaSoul
Maggs...that sounds beautiful. I have been reading and not posting. May his memory be a blessing in your heart.
Aug 6, 2018
DramaSoul
Blondie....love your posts. The voodoo doll made me snort water through my nose.
Aug 6, 2018
DramaSoul
Soooo....I joined this group when my son’s orders had him going to Okinawa 4 years ago. Those orders changed about 6 weeks before he was to leave. Since then he had been stationed outside of DC, met and married his wife and is now at II MEF and going to Okinawa for deployment. Ah....gotta love Ma Navy.
Aug 6, 2018
Blondie
THANKS for the tears Maggs. Such an Honor you sharing that personal moment with us. So touching and special. I'm glad the whole family got to participate and that you Celebrated his life. A WONDERFUL gift for your daughter to cherish Always. Daddy watching over.
DramaSoul, sorry about the nose thing but glad you Enjoyed it!! Aren't you glad you stayed with us? Now you've come full circle! My daughter has been back 6 years, hard to Believe. But I wouldn't leave this group for ANYTHING.
Aug 7, 2018
Blondie
God promises to comfort the broken-hearted and to turn their mourning to joy!! If you're not in that place yet, don't give up and don't despair...God does not lie...God is the same yesterday, today and forever and what He promises will surely come to pass! Trust him with the broken pieces of your heart and believe that He will be faithful to complete the good work He has begun in you. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit- Psalm 34:18 He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.- Psalm 147:3 Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted-Matthew 5:4 You have turned my mourning into dancing for me; You have taken off my sackcloth and clothed me with joy- Psalm 30:11
Aug 7, 2018
T-Lynn
HI
Maggs - thank you for sharing. So loving a ceremony and glad all celebrated his life. with joy. Gentle hugs dear friend. And Pan Mom forever!
DramaSoul - as Blondie said - full circle and you are stuck with us :).
Bondie - did everyone see that - she took out the batteries!!! Good for you!!!! Things will get done. And what sweet pictures - thank for sharing.
Sorry this is so choppy - but my Boss pulled a fast meeting for today and I have to FINISH some task here before I go BUT I have to share.
Thanks Blondie for sending vibes for sailor to call!!
But not a call - message and then this morning on FB - He is now E-7 !!!!!! He got the promotion !!!!!!
Wish all a good day hugs
Aug 8, 2018
Anti M
Maggs, that was lovely, thank you for sharing.
My husband was just diagnosed with lung cancer. We did catch it very early, so that's good. No income except our VA and military retired pay. The savings bonds will get a workout, and we might sell the Harley. Not the medical bills, we have Tricare, but just our usual debt, bills, and life.
Aug 8, 2018
Navymom2
Aug 9, 2018
Stillmybaby
My son is headed to Sasebo tomorrow, 8/20/2018. He was trying to check in online, from home here and was told he needed to take a picture of his passport in order to do that. He has his military ID and his orders which are supposed to act as a passport. United is telling him then there is no way for him to check in online. Instead, he must go to ticket agent extra early tomorrow and show his ID and orders and they should be adequate for him to obtain boarding pass.
Can anyone shed light on this? Much appreciated ladies!
Aug 19, 2018
T-Lynn
HI Stillmybaby.
Welcome aboard the Japan Moms.
Yes, my son showed his orders and military ID as he checked in at the ticket counter. It should be ok.
But does he have a passport? If not, help him get one. It can be done while he is at his base. I just need to find the how too - to share with you. And yes - he will need to have one.
When he has the chance to travel - like my sailor did on leave to China - he did NOT use his military ID. His personal passport is needed. Please don't worry - all should be ok
And ask him not to travel in his uniform! My sailor did the first time he was going to Sasebo - and when he arrived his sponsor told him - NOT to do that again. Travel in USA in uniform ok - but not over seas. Plus, he will want to be in comfortable clothing - It's a LOONNGG flight.
By the way - when he goes to the ticket counter - have him ask if his parents can come and sit with him at the gate. All you need - IF the airlines will allow it - is your drivers license. It was nice to set with our sailor for 2 more hours.
Let us know how it goes.
And remember - its ok to cry. If you don't want to cry in front of him - come here and share. We ALL understand..
Gentle hugs.
Aug 19, 2018
T-Lynn
Aug 19, 2018
T-Lynn
That's how my last week was. Hoping next week is better.
Aug 19, 2018
T-Lynn
Aug 19, 2018
ProudMom
Hi. My son does have a passport and has it with him, which will be good for traveling around, like T-Lynn said. However, the sailor he traveled with when going to Japan did not have a passport - only his military ID and orders, and had never even flown before - and all was fine.
Also agree with T-Lynn about not wearing the uniform while traveling overseas - my son stressed that point.
Wish I had known about asking to sit with him at the airport - it really is emotional seeing them leave.
Wish I could say it gets easier, but it's only been 6 months and we don't get to hear much when they are out to sea. Take advantage of every opportunity to Skype or FaceTime or communicate in some way.
Take care.
Aug 19, 2018
CindyN
Stillmybaby - It will work just fine for your son to check in at the airport tomorrow. Using his military ID at the airport has the advantage with United of possibly getting a better seat for free if there are any available. My son just flew United twice (to the US and then back to Japan). The planes are old 757s so the seat back movie options limited. There is also no power at the coach seats. So he should have all of his entertainment devices fully charged.
On Facebook, I follow a several pages for the base in Sasebo just because I like seeing what is going on. Helps me feel a bit more connected. My son is enjoying his time there.
Your son can apply for a passport somewhere on base. He should ask about it when he gets there. He might need a copy of this birth certificate so he should take that with him. He can certainly just travel with his DOD ID when is is traveling on orders but having the flexibility to go to Korea or other nearby countries to take advantage of already being on the other side of the world would be positive. Also, in the unlilkely case there is a family emergency and he needs to come home, he would need a passport. My son's last ship (VA based) was in Canada and one of his sailors had an emergency and needed to come home. She has a passport but didn't have it with her on the trip so she couldn't fly from Canada. She had to wait 2 days until the ship got back in the US. They then dropped her off at a port in the US and she flew home. While they were in Canada, my son contacted the local US consulate on behalf of his sailor and they could have helped but it would have taken longer than her just staying with the ship until it got back to the US coast.
Good luck tomorrow. I will be thinking about you.
Aug 19, 2018
Stillmybaby
Thank you thank you ladies! I am passing along the info to my son as I get it. His panic comes to me. I try to sort through the chaos and get to actual questions which I then post here.
Apparently his "sponsor" back in GL was about as helpful as a sponge. And some of these questions were asked of the sponsor.
He's packing but not sure how much to take. 2 sets of clothing? sneaks, all uniforms of course, the towels he was issued at GL?Are there certain caps not belonging to a uniform that he needs to bring?
I know this is rapid fire questioning. Appreciate your attention and time!!
Aug 19, 2018
CindyN
Stillmybaby: I probably can't be as helpful as you would like here so hopefully others can answer. Towels would probably be important. Will he be living on the ship or barracks? He probably needs sheets too. If he has a computer he should take that, just not in his checked luggage. Flying with orders, he is allowed heavier checked bags so that shouldn't be an issue for him. Does he have a reservation for the Blue Bus from Fukuoka Airport to Sasebo? I would guess his sponsor should have set that up but if they haven't been super helpful, that may have been missed. (https://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrj/installations/cfa_sasebo/abo...)
Aug 19, 2018
Blondie
Stillmybaby, HUGS, I understand you, I sent my baby girl at age 18 to the Middle East for 2 years, then straight to Japan for another 3 years. It's so hard to let go and let God. But the Navy takes really good care of them. She did fine even with medical emergencies and hospitalizations. Our Sailors are tougher then we think. And they have a Great support team. And we are here for you, to cry, rage, pray and celebrate! Ask, or vent we all do.
I love all the helpful advice!!!
T-Lynn, Celebrating with you, your son's E-7 WOW Brovo Yes, the rooster looks like me. LOL and that phone post as gotten LOTS of use these past years. Made me smile to see it again.
Anti-M, sorry to hear about your husband, Please keep us posted, let us know if there's anything we can do. Hugs
Navymom2, hope you had a good week. cloudy days are the worst. Wish I could brighten your day. Hugs Navy Strong.
Joe is back to base camp, well he was LOL he contacted my daughter(his wife), my other daughter and myself. I Love that he checks in with all of us! Retired marine nephew is settling in, going to college and enjoying his 2 girls. Air force nephew will be home for Labor Day weekend then getting ready to deploy again.
X-sailor will not be coming home with Tahlia the school finally set up one of her classes on campus, this way she gets money from the Navy. It's good for them but sadly I don't get her here. So I bought tickets to go to her in Oct. (exam week). Which sadly means I won't be able to afford to go over the holidays. Hubby is still unemployed, was hoping by the end of this week.....???? My health problems are improving, still no physical activity I did mow for half an hour a couple weeks ago, Nope, hubby had to last week and this week. I try to help pick garden but weeding is out of the question. I've prepped the pepper jelly and salsa for canning but hubby has to actually can it. Guess it's good he is not working right now. lol Working half a day today and then seeing 2 of my Doctors (also good hubby can go with me) hopefully they can help with the pain and I can sleep! I'm actually considering pain meds.! So you know it's bad. It has improved, I don't hurt 24/7 but as soon as I sit in the wrong chair, stand too long, try to take a walk....and sometimes I don't even know what I did! One doctor here says MRI, maybe surgery, other says stay with the decompression, which works, if I go twice a week or so. But I still have bad days and nights are miserable so.... Hoping these 2 doctor's today can give more insight. It's definitely worse then 2013 and 2015 episodes. But of course things only get worse, arthritis and degeneration are not gonna get better. I don't suppose spinal curve will improve much more with age, right side is getting tired of holding it, having lots of muscle spasms and pain id I over do or get over tired..... Life is happening, I'm just trying to catch up!
Navy HUGS to all
Aug 21, 2018
Navymom2
So thankful and grateful for you all ~ my NAVY sisters! Was reading through all comments and realized there is sooo much life going on here. Some of it good and some of it not so good. You are ALL such strong and caring women! Thank you for being here and posting. No other words... just (((HUGS)))
Aug 21, 2018
T-Lynn
HI
I forgot - Stillmybaby - pack long johns! It does get cold there. My sailor called home pegging for his. turn out when he went to get some - the NEX was out! So he went into the near by town to shop in a Japanese store. They had long johns BUT sizes are so different. Their large is no way our large! So pack those if you have them.
Blondie - hang in there. Fingers still crossed for hubby to get hired and for you to get better. Sorry Blondie Jr will not be coming back. But at least you can call.
Grandson is proud of himself. He was moved to the Pre-School room - that is the older kids. And he came home telling us he is going to learn to poop on the potty. Ok - now I wonder what's next?
Wish all a great night.
Gentle Hugs Stillmybaby .
Hey - check in. You know who you are! Gossip tank is low.
hugs
Aug 21, 2018
maggs
Still my Baby.. Long Johns are a must! If he is over 5'2" his sizes will be hard to come by. OK Ladies I have made it passt 5 months... Still not any easier, and sailor is going into Navy Reserves. They called him, and made an offer. Reluctant to do things untill this morning. These Juveniles were being a pain...
Aug 22, 2018
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Aug 22, 2018
Kim
I am checking in.
Maggs, Dave's party sounds wonderful! I love the pictures.
TLynn, Congrats to your son. What a great accomplishment.
Beachmomblue, have a wonderful visit.
Blondie.....No Batteries! ha. ha.
Anti M, Huggs. Stay in touch.
Stillmybaby. Did you hear from him? The only thing that I would have added if I posted in time was to have some yen in his pocket and carry any uniforms that he needs for the first couple of days in case his luggage is lost. Keep us informed.
My son has been told that he cannot travel anywhere in uniform. It used to bug me that the army always got to board early because they were in uniform. The airlines have changed that and ALL active duty with military id and their family can board early. It made a big difference when they traveled with a 3 year old.
2017 was my bad year. So far so good this year. I have finished all my treatment (except a pill for 10 years). This month decided that I have enough hair to go to work without the wig. Everyone thinks that I got a perm.
July 26th was my youngest (26yo) first check up after finishing his chemo and one year after his brain surgery. He is still cancer free and they are weening him off the anti-seizure meds. This will allow him to return to the job he was doing in a year.
I fly to visit my sailor, dil and grandson 3 weeks. Life is good.
Aug 23, 2018
Kim
I know I missed many people. That is what happens when you don't check in for a while. Hugs to all!
Aug 23, 2018
Blondie
Kim, All GREAT news!!!!
Aug 23, 2018
Beachmomblue
Hi Kim, Thank you. I had the best time with my son. I'm going to try to put a picture on here. It was so good to just be with him. We had a blast in Hawaii. Now he is back in Japan and I'm back home in Rhode Island. I wished the goodbyes would getter easier but it doesn't seem to.
Aug 23, 2018
T-Lynn
HI
Thank you for checking in!
Maggs - so good to hear from you. Sorry about those juveniles misbehaving. So which one wanted to drive? You know how kids get when they get that permit to drive. The reserves? Now is that monthly duty - weekend duty? I honestly don't remember. And they do get the benefits - right?
Kim - Thank you for my sailor. AND what great news you are sharing. Would love to see your new perm. Know you are beautiful. Yippee about son doing so well and getting his job back. AWESOME !!! Have a fun trip and hug your grandbaby.
Ok -Blondie didn't check in. She must have put her batteries back.
MiSS - how is the remodeling going?
Looking forward to the pictures Beachmomblue. So glad you had a good time.
And we all are looking forward to hearing your sailor arriving safe and sound Stillmybaby. Hope you are doing ok. Just hang on - we all are beside you on this roller coaster ride of emotions. hugs
Well raining here. Suppose to be the cookout with Scout Reach staff today. It our summer end party. Luckily our boss has a huge screened in gazebo. So we all should be ok.
Need to get along hugs all
Aug 24, 2018
Kim
They call them "chemo curls". Mine are starting to relax, but not evenly. I am left with fuzzy hair that I don't know what to do with. I have always had straight hair. I am buying all kinds of product. My hair keeps changing so I keep switching. All advice is welcome. I am not complaining.....It's great to have ANY hair.
Aug 27, 2018
maggs
Hubby never lost his hair, it went thin, then came back silver gray. He always had curls, but they came back thicker. His hair was returning dark before he passed away.
Anyway need advice... FIL had a Purple Heart, Given to Hubby for safe keeping for My eldest son. Hubby passed eldest is in his 30s., so they are his. SIL wants the Purple Heart, to be buried with. He sad she wants it, I said I was disappointed that she asked for it, she is disappointed I wont give it to her. She may have to reevaluate our relationship if I say no!!
Aug 27, 2018
Kim
Maggs....Pick your battles and pick who means the most to you! You know the answer
P.S. All of us should be the top of your list of people who want what is best for you.
Aug 27, 2018
T-Lynn
HI all
Maggs - what Km said! You count Maggs.
Will the last days of summer are trying to show just how hot they can get. IT is HOT today!!!! We had heat warnings.
And then thunderstorms tonight. Just have to like this weather.
Telling hubby some news - just that our water bill was $95.00. OOPS. You know how it goes. Yaya found a bigger pool for Riker and his friends to splash more in. So naturally I kept it with CLEAN water. I can say - Riker had $95.00 worth of fun !!!
Family walking in - dinner time hugs all
Aug 27, 2018
CindyN
Maggs - There is no right answer here. Family situations like this are tough. What an awful position to put you in.
I am just going to answer based on my first reaction: I would tell you SIL that your FIL had given it to your son, your husband only had it for safe keeping until your son got older. Your FIL (her father, I am guessing) wishes were that your son get it. For you to go against those wishes now wouldn't be right. You need to honor your FIL's wishes.
You need to do what you believe your FIL and husband would have wanted, to the best of your knowledge. I am guessing that your FIL wanted it passed down through the family, that is why he wanted your husband to hold it for your son. Being buried with it will stop the progression through the family. There may be something else that meant a lot to your FIL that your SIL could be buried with that fills the same purpose for her.
I wish you luck as you negotiate this mine field.
Aug 27, 2018
Kim
CindyN, What a great response!
Aug 27, 2018
Chris, Forever Ray's Proud Mom
Do what you think is right Maggs, but as a veteran, I say do not bury it. Whomever you (or you FIL) decide(d) should have it, at least it will be available to frame, pass on...do as you please in the future, for the future generations. As my father always said, just live the life so the reflection you see in the mirror can sleep well at night.
I do not post here as often as I follow y'all..but I am putting my husband on a plane in the am for a flight to Japan. He and our Sailor will climb Mt Fuji together, then ... relax? My daughter and I will go in Cherry Blossom season.
Aug 27, 2018
ProudMom
I have also been following this group for quite some time (since my son was assigned to Japan in January) without posting. I am in awe of the kindness and friendship I see. Everyone seems so close that I can't figure out if you have actually met or are just really close internet friends.
Anyway, I wanted to chime in. Maggs, you will know in your heart the right thing to do, but just to offer an opinion, I agree that it would be a shame to bury the medal. I'm going to guess that it is something your son has been looking forward to owning some day, and by letting him have it your FIL lives on. There is a story that goes with the Purple Heart, and as long as it can be seen, the story will be told. If it gets buried, there is a chance that the story and the heroism disappear with it. I know that my son cherishes the military mementos of his father, grandfathers and great grandfather.
Aug 27, 2018
DramaSoul
Oh boy, Maggs. Family is tricky. I agree with Proud Mom, CindyN and Chris.
My aunt is on life support after a heart attack. She is 88. Two of her four children are disagreeing over stopping life support. They happen to be the same two who are suing each other over lord-knows-what. It is ugly and one of the reasons I left Southern California so long ago....all this selfish family drama. Sigh. Good reason to have a living will/advanced directive in place!
Kim...I have had kinky/curly hair all my life. It has a mind of it’s own. I used to do everything I could to straighten it. Finally just decided to keep my hair shorter and let it do it’s thing. I am sure your texture is different too from the chemo. Some days are good hair days....others not so much! So happy you are doing well.
About phones in Japan...my son’s latest experience. We have been texting via WhatsApp. However, talking or FaceTime not so good since it is WiFi dependent and apparently the WiFi sucks. He and my DIL have Verizon. Sooo...my DIL did research. They suspended his Verizon account until he gets back and went with T-Mobile just for him as it has much better coverage in Japan. She sent him the new SIM card so we shall see! Still trying to get the time difference down. I do love being able to text with him. It’s been almost a year since I have seen him and my lovely DIL. Ah...when our loved ones join the Navy, we join too!
Blessings to all of you. I read posts and send loving energy out to all of you.
Aug 27, 2018
DramaSoul
Oh...one more thing....DIL said T-Mobile is very military friendly...nice discount for active duty service members.
Aug 27, 2018