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Romans 12:12

We received our first handwritten letters today! I came home from work to an envelope full of words from my best friend. As all of you probably know or can imagine, even the idea of a letter from someone I haven't heard from in nearly three weeks brings me to tears, so my mascara was everywhere. He told me how hard it was and how hard it is to keep strong in his christian walk with so little time and Godly influence, but he also told me how thankful he was for what the Navy was doing for him. My emotions are that of a pregnant woman. I'm so proud. Proud to call him my brother and my best friend. I'm upset. Upset that even though I've managed to make it 18 days, I'm no where near halfway. I'm comforted. Comforted by the fact that he is okay and that he is doing well. I'm hopeful. Hopeful because I KNOW he can do it, but even more hopeful because he knows.

"I want you to know... that I'm ok. That I can do this. I'm gonna make it. I can do this. I WILL do this."

As I was texting my friend, Elizabeth, about all of this overwhelming and exciting news she shared Romans 12:12 with me:

"Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer."

It is hard to sit back while your best friend is training to be one of the most honorable men in the U.S. miles and miles away with only ink on a page to keep you company, but this^ is how God helps us cope. John specifically asked for prayers, so if you would, keep my sailor on your list.

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Comment by binladyleela ship 09 div 166 on July 20, 2012 at 9:02pm: I will definitely keep your brother lifted up in prayer. He will be fine, especially with God by his side.

My son graduated in June, so I know how hard it is back home. As hard as it is for us, it's even harder for him, because he's surrounded by strangers. Send letters, LOTS of encouraging letters. Stay upbeat even if you don't feel upbeat. Get his friends to send him a card (especially if they don't write). You can let him know you miss him. Also let him know his reward is graduation day. Let him know that the people that are yelling at him now, will be his friends in the end.

I sent my son the comics from the Sunday paper every week (he could share with the others). Also, sent cards, even one from our dog with his picture taped to the front of it. :) Anybody I could get to write or could get to sign a card, that's what I did. Sometimes there just wasn't a lot to write about.

I even went online and got clean jokes. Some of them were corny, but I'm sure it made him smile. I sent postcards, pictures, and whatever I could just so he would get something at mail call.

Your brother is in good hands. He has favor. :)

I will keep you in prayers too. Take care of your brothers niece of nephew. I know he can't wait to hear everything the doctor has to say.

Hugs & Blessings!

Laura

Comment by SailorSister7 on July 21, 2012 at 12:06am: He asked specifically asked for more letters, "PPLLEEEEAAAASSEE!!!!"
As I'm sure you know some days are harder than others, but we've all been able to keep each others spirits up and now that we can send letters it should get better. Thank you so much for the prayers. It means so much.

Comment by jhendo on July 21, 2012 at 4:03pm: Our prayers are for you and your son. may he continue to walk in the Lord... I also ask prayers for our son that he stays focus on his journey with the Lord while his journey with the Navy.. God bless and protect each of them.

Comment by char2008 on August 6, 2012 at 9:31pm: Woah. Instant tears when I read this. That verse came at the perfect time. Although God's timing is always perfect! Haha! but my sailor bf had a real rough day today, and it's his birthday. He's in A school now. Yes, relax, deep breaths, and lots of prayers. You will get through this. Thank you Jesus.

<3 take care love.