Deployments suck. They really do. Last weekend we headed up to visit my sister and her family to a ceremony no one typically likes attending. It was the day where we bid a temporary farewell to our awesome soldiers who fight for our freedom. I’ll have to admit, I had a heavy heart, yet that the same time I was proud! Proud of the men and women who risk their lives to protect our freedom.
While editing these photos, I teared. I took deep breaths just to get through them all. I can feel the emotions people were going through, you can see it in their eyes. Though I’m such a sap, an emotional wreck (Come on, I get emotional watching the Allstate Insurance commercial; you know, the one that has the song, “I’ll be there”?!), I am still happy and grateful!
The event was well. There were activities for the kids, care packets for the kids as well, snacks, drinks and most of all, support. You were introduced to family of the other soldiers who will be going through the same, as well as families that have gone through the same. It will be a tough 390+ days, but I know they’ll get through it. I’m here for my sister and my nephews 110%.
Tom, do what you gotta do out there. We’re proud of you for your sacrifice, your courage and most of all your bravery. Don’t worry, your family is safe with us and I’ll never leave Ate lonely. The Paulino Inn is always open! Godspeed.
by Sheryl
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