Thank you.

It has been so easy to feel alone since Hubby has left. Alone in the sense that no one else understands what I am going through. Alone in that even though our whole family is enduring this, my life is the only one that has drastically changed. Obviously, Hubby and my family has been extremely supportive as have my friends, but when push comes to shove, they just don't get it, and I wouldn't or couldn't expect them to. As I have said before, the only people that truly understand are those who have done it before. 

I have always found comfort in knowing that I am not alone in the sense that many women have done this before, many are doing it now and there will be many more in the future. All of which have endured the pain. There are two types of comforting people, those who have already endured and those who are enduring. I have been blessed with both, all of whom I can consider great friends. I have mentioned Blaze and Biscuit numerous times before. They are both amazing friends who have been so comforting and supportive, listening when I need to talk and offering advice when need be. I have also found comfort in a fiancee of a coworker of Hubby's, CityGirl. Since we have been going through the same deployment, we can share our struggles and excitements and countdown together.

While Blaze and Biscuit offer experience and CityGirl is going through the same thing, it is not my implication that they are the only three people in whom I find support. As I previously mentioned, my family, Hubby's family, my wonderful friends and even Hubby's friends have consistently been checking up on me and keeping me company and I am forever grateful. Their comfort and support mean more than I could ever begin to explain. 

 I am lucky to have so many wonderful people in my life that I have been able to lean on throughout this experience. I really just wanted to acknowledge anyone and everyone who has been here throughout the last nine months and thank them for everything they do, even if they do not realize it. More than you know, thank you.