Sometimes my son surprises me. Not often, but it happens:
“I got my re-enlistment papers to fill out. It’s too good to pass up and I’m good at what I do here. Plus, no civilian job would allow me to be me. I hope to have your support, which I’m sure I will. I know you'll have questions and concerns, but hold off on any doubts and worries.”
That he was re-enlisting did not surprise me in the least; he is good at what he does and is well-suited for the Marine Corps. The surprise was his concern over my reaction.
Typically, Daniel is considerate of my feelings. He is a thoughtful young man and tries hard to think of others — except when it comes to the Marines. That’s a whole different world where mom holds no sway.
I was touched to read his note, explaining the training he would receive and how it would affect the future of his and Ashley’s life and their plans.
He has a plan! Wow -- that apple fell far from the mommy-tree.
I’m so proud; he’s a good son, a good husband, a good man.
--Tiffany
“I got my re-enlistment papers to fill out. It’s too good to pass up and I’m good at what I do here. Plus, no civilian job would allow me to be me. I hope to have your support, which I’m sure I will. I know you'll have questions and concerns, but hold off on any doubts and worries.”
That he was re-enlisting did not surprise me in the least; he is good at what he does and is well-suited for the Marine Corps. The surprise was his concern over my reaction.
Typically, Daniel is considerate of my feelings. He is a thoughtful young man and tries hard to think of others — except when it comes to the Marines. That’s a whole different world where mom holds no sway.
I was touched to read his note, explaining the training he would receive and how it would affect the future of his and Ashley’s life and their plans.
He has a plan! Wow -- that apple fell far from the mommy-tree.
I’m so proud; he’s a good son, a good husband, a good man.
--Tiffany
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Don't forget to thank a Veteran on November 11th!
This year's VA poster:
Bradenton's Veterans Day parade info:
Veterans Day Parade
Manatee County Veterans Day Council
9:30 – 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11
3rd Avenue West and Riverfront Blvd.
Contact: Robert Greene – (941) 798-2095
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Around the military:
Around the military:
All the Marines of the USS Bonhomme Richard gather to listen to the Commander of the 11th MEU. via the 11th MEU's Twitter page
Jamie Anderson holds a candle for her daughter, Solana, 4, as her grandmother, Jo Ellen Freleigh, of New York, protects her candle from the wind at Fort Hood, Texas. About 300 people attended a candlelight prayer vigil Nov. 6, 2009, at Hood Stadium to honor those who were killed and wounded Nov. 5, 2009, when a lone gunman opened fire in the Soldier Readiness Processing Center on post. U.S. Army photo by Michael Heckman
Army Lt. Col. Charles Keller, Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, his wife, Sylvie, and their children, Amber and Michael, arrive early for a candlelight prayer vigil Nov. 6, 2009, inside Hood Stadium at Fort Hood, Texas. U.S. Army photo by Michael Heckman
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The Thunder Run has linked to this post in the blog post From the Front: 11/09/2009 News and Personal dispatches from the front and the home front.
Hi Tiffany,
My son too. Same scenario, same words from Andrew. I am proud of him too. It's not always an easy or predictable occupation, but it is their choice.
Linda C.
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