Daily O's: Weekend of June 19-20

[mrsaboyer]

Nobody had started this so I had to yet. I just got some news, and my mommy's not home and I needed to complain to somebody, so you guys get to be "it."

Went to an FRG meeting today- FRG stands for Family Readiness Group, and it's the official Army group consisting of families of soldiers where information is distributed. We also do things like have picnics (spelled it right again!), and sell t-shirts, and - you know, booster club type stuff. Anyway, or FRG isn't super active, because what happens is nobody RSVP's and the meetings get cancelled. This was actually only the second meeting I've ever been to. Anyway, in the midst of talking about the plans to get our hubbies home in August and all that, the leader lets slip that they are ALREADY scheduled to deploy again. WHAT THE????? I can't tell you when or all the details, obviously, but it looks like with training exercises and everything, I'm barely going to see him for the foreseeable future.

So I don't know if I'm going to be able to get my bachelor's degree like I wanted to. Seriously, with two little ones, an infant, and no husband? I mean, I know that all sounds selfish, but... at this point, not having him around to see his babies, and all that is just common practice. But I was really counting on having him around to just BE THERE for me and the new baby, at least for a little while, and now that looks like kind of a pipe dream.

Oh well. I should just be grateful for the life we have. We have a nice place to live, and more than enough of what we need, and a little of what we want. It's a good life. I shouldn't complain.

I blame hormones.

Okay, bitch session over.

 

[wombat146]

oh wow Andrea!! I think you have every reason to bitch!!! what a total bummer!!! and you are NOT being selfish for wanting to complete your bachelor's degree. I just can't begin to understand how you must be feeling right now, feeling so happy with Vince coming home only to find out he will be gone again!! I truly hope things will work out for you sweetie!! and you can come and rant here whenever you feel like it!! we are all here for you!!! Lots of ((hugs)) heading your way from downunder!! xx

 

[faerywings]

Andrea- OMG- that is just horrible. No you are *not* being selfish at all. I don't think it is unreasonable or selfish to want your hubby to be home with you for a while before you even have to think about him leaving again. I am sorry I try to not be political- but the govt is ruining our military- how can they do this and not expect morale to decrease? For the troops *and* their families???

Just please-- bring the troops home.......

I am so happy that Clara will be nearby at least- wish I could be there for you too. You bitch to us as much as you want. You have no choice but to put a brave face on for your girls. But here- let it all out whenever you need too. Sending huge hugs to you- I really really wish that I could be of some help.
My 2 cents - keep taking the courses- maybe do one course at a time, but don NOT give up!!!!

 

[hondachicc]

Andrea (((((((((HUGS))))))))))))) :hug:

This is not the way things were planned, but I suppose that it will find a way to work itself out!! You know you can rant, rave and bitch here anytime!!! You are a fabulous Mom and I know that you will do great...wish I could be there too!! You know this Nana...I would be squishing that little one to pieces for ya!!! and who knows...things are known to change...so maybe the deployment might get postponed or canecelled...maybe!! As for school...I agree...do not give it up...try to do one class at a time. You will be glad you did!!!

More (((HUGS)))

 

[taxed4ever]

Andrea... I agree with everyone else here!! You are a fabulous mother and wife and you should never feel guilty about sharing your feelings good or bad!! Nana is right, maybe , just maybe, things will change and the deployment won't happen. Please don't give up on your schooling,:nono: it might just take you a little longer to get there. In the meantime we will ray: that things work out for you and your family :amen: ::grouphug

 

[mrsaboyer]

You guys are so awesome!
And you're right. We have about a year after he gets home before he is supposed to deploy again, but it's just that there's that multi-month training mission in there, as well as all the pre-deployment stuff, which keeps them scarce. And all the missions are scheduled for after the baby is born. Blrgh, whatever.

I mean, one thing that is very important to me is maintaining a good attitude, because being pissy and complainy doesn't help. And of course something could change between now and then. This is the army, things ALWAYS change!! Who knows, maybe they'll make us move again.

UGH, that actually made me feel a little faint. HAHAHAHA!

Thanks again gals. You da best!

 

[LaurieW]

Hey- bitch away- sometimes you need to get it off your chest - so to speak- and I know I don't always realize the sacrafices made so I can live in a free country.

Just a little net time before I get cut off again- going round and round with my wireless provider- grrrrrr