Memorial Day

When I was little I didn't really think much about Memorial Day. I did know when I heard that Memorial Day was coming up I thought about getting a day off school, parades and a BBQ. Now that I have grown up and become a soldier's wife I have gained a whole new perspective.

I don't want to say it reminds me of those serving our country because honestly, I think about it everyday. It doesn't remind me to stop and think of those soldiers who gave their life for our country. I think of Ben and others everyday.

It may not a time of remembrance for me but it is a time for me to be thankful. I am thankful to all those who serve/have served in the military. I am thankful to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. I am thankful to all those families who support their soldier, marine, sailor or airmen.

My heart aches for those who have lost a son, daughter, father, mother, sister, brother or friend. But my heart is also filled with gratitude for those who sacrificed and continue to sacrifice everyday so I may have the freedoms I do today.

This Memorial Day also has affected me in a different way. It is another milestone in the calendar reminding me that Aaron is deploying soon. I can't give specific dates. The Army tends to frown upon posting anything that is a security risk! But I can tell you he will be in Afghanistan by the end of June.

This is the second deployment for me and I think it will be easier in some ways and harder in others. I don't feel like saying much about it now because I don't want to get upset. I try really hard not to cry or get upset around Aaron. It isn't fair to him. I don't want to make him leaving any harder than it already will be for him.

I am sure I will blog about soon. And I am sure you will get sick of hearing about him being deployed but for now, I ask for you to keep us in your prayers!

God Bless America!