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Maybe He Wont Have To
but I think that there is more of a chance that he will than won't. My nephew is being shipped out the 15th of 16th. HE just got out of Basic in May and as soon as he was finished with Basic they sent him to the Phillipians for training and then this month he is going to Afghanstan, my question is how can just 6 weeks of basic and 4 weeks of additional training prepare a kid for combat.
posted by
StrickGold
on August 10, 2006 at 10:18 PM
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Aw Sunny
Thank you so much!
posted by
bel_1965
on August 9, 2006 at 8:18 AM
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Pat
My mind wandered. I started in one place and ended up in another LOL! This was a conversation from this weekend.
posted by
bel_1965
on August 9, 2006 at 8:18 AM
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I'm confused... was this conversation now
or is it one you remember from a year ago? I'm hoping it's a remembrance, and that you're not looking for another disruption in your life. I also wish the powers that be would find a way to bring everyone back to U.S. soil and let the eternal warriors of the Middle East duke it out on their own. Keeping my fingers crossed for you. :)Pat
posted by
Pat_B
on August 9, 2006 at 8:07 AM
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Bel
So sorry sweetie. I hope everything works out well and that he doesn't have to go back.
I can't even imagine how painful this has to be.
BTW..... I never get tired of your blog, so don't feel you have to change anything.
posted by
Afzal_Sunny7
on August 9, 2006 at 7:58 AM
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Tanga
thank you so much.
posted by
bel_1965
on August 9, 2006 at 7:18 AM
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Taps
I hope so too.
posted by
bel_1965
on August 9, 2006 at 7:09 AM
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Fourcats
Thank you so much!
posted by
bel_1965
on August 9, 2006 at 6:57 AM
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Azur
That is what I said
posted by
bel_1965
on August 9, 2006 at 6:50 AM
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Bel, I'm so sorry that you have to deal with this again. I hope it doesn't happen is all I can think to say.
posted by
TAPS.
on August 9, 2006 at 6:49 AM
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Maggie
NOTHING surprises me with the military LOL! It's part of what I signed up for, so I take it as it goes. Somedays though the pill is a little more bitter than usual.
posted by
bel_1965
on August 9, 2006 at 6:42 AM
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Blonde
Dubai will never be the same!!!!
posted by
bel_1965
on August 9, 2006 at 6:41 AM
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bel, you have to take the bitter with the sweet. That's the military!
I hope it doesn't happen, but don't be surprised.
posted by
MaggieMae
on August 9, 2006 at 6:34 AM
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Avant
Thank you so much
posted by
bel_1965
on August 9, 2006 at 6:28 AM
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Corbin
You are right. I just hate the reminders. Thanks
posted by
bel_1965
on August 9, 2006 at 6:13 AM
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bel
I'm sorry to hear this development......you're a strong woman....and you're standing by your man.......
I know he doesn't need to be reminded just how lucky he is........and as hard as it is to accept.....he's probably doing the right thing......his CO and staff are very important for him.......
So........the possibility is there that he could go......but so is the possibility that he won't. Grab for the glass that is half full and enjoy every minute........both of you will be much better for it if you do..........
posted by
Corbin_Dallas
on August 9, 2006 at 5:56 AM
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bel
I'm sorry to hear this. My prayers are with you.
posted by
avant-garde
on August 9, 2006 at 4:08 AM
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Bel
It is a tough situation to be in. I can just imagine how hard it is for you to even think about the possibilities of Carl going back.
The only positive thing that I can think of with him having to go back.....is....at least my Sister is there......she really supports the troops with their life support needs and trys to improve their living conditions with Water Service, Construction, reliable power sources...etc.....little things that help make life there more pleasant.
I know that the most important thing is their safety, which is way out of my control. 
If Carl goes there......you have to come to Dubai then! At least you will be closer to him!....we can go to the movies and snow skiing too!
Hang in there......your pal......Blonde
posted by
BlondeAmbition007
on August 9, 2006 at 2:24 AM
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Oh
shit!!!!!!!!!!
posted by
Azur
on August 9, 2006 at 12:11 AM
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bel - i have no words, just love and prayers.
posted by
fourcats
on August 8, 2006 at 11:52 PM
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I feel your pain
I would never cope if my wife had to leave for and extented period of time especially in a dangerous area. I wish you strength and hope and pray with you that he does not have to go.
posted by
Tanga
on August 8, 2006 at 11:40 PM
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I believe we all have free will....
This means that, though God has planned and knows the overall picture, we individuals decide the day to day events of our lives...
They're OUR lives. We have to live them. Nobody does it for us.
posted by
Passionflower
on August 8, 2006 at 10:03 PM
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Katray
I hope not too. I don't think the chances are any greater but I didn't like being reminded.
posted by
bel_1965
on August 8, 2006 at 9:43 PM
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So sorry to hear this Bel..
Hopefully it won't happen.
posted by
Katray2
on August 8, 2006 at 9:36 PM
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Passion
I suspect God has it all figured out already. I just wish he would see fit to clue me in.
posted by
bel_1965
on August 8, 2006 at 9:34 PM
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You should pray about this Bel...
Maybe if you go over the Army's head and consult God about it, things will turn out okay. Cuz the war really doesn't seem like it's going to end soon.
{i haven't heard from 'him' all day. it makes me very sad}
posted by
Passionflower
on August 8, 2006 at 9:30 PM
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Passion
The unit he is in now is not protected from deployment anymore either. They were only guaranteed 6 months.
the two men that are leaving are the only people I genuinely trust with his life. Trust me that unit came back seriously divided. When all is said and done, there are no good choices. This just kind of brought back to the forefront of my mind that this can happen again.
posted by
bel_1965
on August 8, 2006 at 9:15 PM
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It just seems too risky. I would put my foot down and say NO!
posted by
Passionflower
on August 8, 2006 at 9:05 PM
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Passion
A great deal of crap went down last year in Iraq. I don't talk about much of it because it's not appropriate. But given Carl has to rely on these people to have his back when it comes to life or death, yes in the end it is a valid reason to change.
posted by
bel_1965
on August 8, 2006 at 8:59 PM
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I guess I don't understand his reason for changing units.
Is that really a valid reason? He doesn't have to change....right?
posted by
Passionflower
on August 8, 2006 at 8:54 PM
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