Okay, so, I don't know if I'm just particularly sensitive right now due to hormones, or if things are really this bad...
Within the past month, I've become keenly aware of the hatred some people have for our troops, not just the war, but our TROOPS! WTF? Today, while my brother enjoyed some online poker in his down time (he's stationed in Korea, fyi), another player noticed his player picture of him in ACU's holding an M4. A picture that makes it very obvious that he's military. This other player proceeded to tell my brother that he was wasting his time fighting for his country, cussed my brother multiple times, then ended all this by telling him he hoped my brother was "killed in a chemical attack". I am SOO SICK OF THIS CRAP! It breaks my heart that so many people are this cruel. This individual was completely unprovoked, he just felt he should spread his hatred just because. As most of you know, I'm hardcore Republican. By that I mean, I'm pro-life, pro-gun, pro God in schools (AND the pledge!), and most definately PRO-MILITARY. That being said, I understand that not everyone feels the same way I do, and that's okay. That's the beautiful thing about America, everyone CAN believe as they wish and that is AWESOME! But why is it okay for this person to say such cruel things to a man who is merely doing his job? Legally, the guy did nothing wrong, but I'm talking morally. Would you walk up to a random person you don't know, and just being cursing them and telling them you hope they die? NO!! Again, I understand not everyone supports this war, even I have mixed emotions at times as my husband, my brother, and my step-father are all involved. But why can't these people protest the war? NOT the men and women who are fighting it. They are following orders, they are laying their lives on the line so these idiots can blast them like that. Our soldiers are subjected to so much criticism and I just don't understand why, they're doing their job! If you don't like the military, WHATEVER! DON'T ENLIST! But stop with your crushing comments. Our soldiers do not need to be subjected to this, they need to be uplifted. I honestly feel that EVERYONE can support the troops...EVERYONE, even if they don't support this war. It's about being uplifting and encouraging to your neighbors. That's it. They don't stop and think that these soldiers would much rather be at home with their families, friends, wives, babies, etc. This takes at least a year away from each soldier and their family, but according to these jerks, all soldiers are blood-thirsty heathens who want to kill children etc. If you don't support the troops....move to Iraq or Afghanistan. We won't miss you here.
Another thing that bothers me is, if you're Republican, the press makes you out to be some gun-toting redneck without a brain in your head. 99% of my family is Republican and I consider us all well educated individuals. If you want to hear who I think is stupid, look at Barack Obama and his followers. He lies...prior to his nomination he wouldn't stand for the pledge or national anthem, definately wouldn't cover his heart during either, for the first part of his campaign he refused to wear the American Flag pin because he "didnt want to be seen as taking sides". Umm...hey guy, you're running for PRESIDENT! He also was open that he and his family were Muslim, again, that's okay because in our country, we're blessed with freedom of religion. Now, he claims to be Christian. HAH! Christian my butt. I don't know, people just strike me as naive. I feel like people are so desperate for change right now that they're looking for the polar opposite of Republican, aka Democrat, regardless of his beliefs. This guy has pretty much zero experience! All this being said, I'm not saying John McCain and Sarah Palin are perfect because they're not. No one is, but at least they're up front with us. I'll take honesty over perfection any day.
Sorry about the venting, it's just been on my mind for a while. Beau, Blaze, and I are doing great. Time seems to have stopped in these last few weeks of my pregnancy, so I'm doing anything I can to keep busy. That being said, our house is SPOTLESS....until Blaze comes home. As most of you know, he's deploying to Afghanistan in January, which is better than November like we initially thought. They finally got the 198's (a type of cannon) in, those things are HUGE!! <-- click there to see it. Anyway, that's about it, just moving right along. We miss you ALL and love you dearly! I can't wait to share Beau with y'all! :)
Shannon
26 September 2008
08 September 2008
Late Night Rant (So Maybel I'll Get Some Sleep!!)
Hi,
So it's 1:30AM and again, I can't sleep. It's awful, my body is exhausted, my mind won't shut up though. In addition to that, it's hard to sleep with a squirming baby in your belly that constantly kicks your bladder. Other than that, pregnancy is wonderful lol. I don't know, lately, I've been thinking about deployment a lot. As most of you know (sorry if you don't), Blaze should be receiving orders within the next week or two for Afghanistan. Our neighbor is in 3rd Brigade as well and he got orders last Friday. I suppose I should mention, they deploy Brigades at a time. I feel like they'll let Blaze stay on Rear Detachment until after Beau arrives since it's so close to the deployment date and all. This brings me to a laundry list of challenges. My first challenge; how do I enjoy the time I have left with him without constantly bringing up the deployment? You wouldn't believe how hard it is to just enjoy being with some one when you're so afraid of them leaving. I know we'll both be fine, it's just, he's my best friend and I love him sooo much, a year is such a long time. My other concerns are, getting stuff packed up to clear housing so we can collect the addition money from BAH, switching TriCare for Beau and I to Texas, getting our stuff packed up and put into storage, traveling home, etc. Another thing I worry about (this sounds really selfish, I know) but, Christmas. I fear that Beau and I will be alone on the holidays because we need clearance from the doctor before he can travel. Again, I know that sounds selfish, that's just not really a time I want to be alone after Blaze leaves.
I feel horrible because Blaze has block leave (about 2 weeks) coming up in the latter part of October but he says he's staying here because of me. I want him to be with his family and spend time with them, but he says since I'm so close to my due date at that point, he wants to stay here. I know that's really not anyone's fault, but I feel responsible. That being said, Tina may come visit, I really hope she does, I've been blessed with wonderful in-laws. :)
On the flip side of things, I'm trying to look at this deployment as a time for self improvement. This is time where I can focus on finishing my Nursing Degree (or at least getting closer to finishing it), lose the baby weight (and then some!), and Beau and I spending lots of time with the family. It's odd because I get excited about that portion of things, then I realize Blaze won't be here and it totally farts on my rainbow. It's bizarre to dread and yet be excited over one thing.
I'm sorry y'all, this post is mostly so I can just write things down and get them off my chest. If you have any questions about the deployment, feel free to call either one of us and we'll fill you in the best we can. Just remember, right now, we still don't have much information. I'll update accordingly. I love you all! Take care, sleep well!
Shannon
So it's 1:30AM and again, I can't sleep. It's awful, my body is exhausted, my mind won't shut up though. In addition to that, it's hard to sleep with a squirming baby in your belly that constantly kicks your bladder. Other than that, pregnancy is wonderful lol. I don't know, lately, I've been thinking about deployment a lot. As most of you know (sorry if you don't), Blaze should be receiving orders within the next week or two for Afghanistan. Our neighbor is in 3rd Brigade as well and he got orders last Friday. I suppose I should mention, they deploy Brigades at a time. I feel like they'll let Blaze stay on Rear Detachment until after Beau arrives since it's so close to the deployment date and all. This brings me to a laundry list of challenges. My first challenge; how do I enjoy the time I have left with him without constantly bringing up the deployment? You wouldn't believe how hard it is to just enjoy being with some one when you're so afraid of them leaving. I know we'll both be fine, it's just, he's my best friend and I love him sooo much, a year is such a long time. My other concerns are, getting stuff packed up to clear housing so we can collect the addition money from BAH, switching TriCare for Beau and I to Texas, getting our stuff packed up and put into storage, traveling home, etc. Another thing I worry about (this sounds really selfish, I know) but, Christmas. I fear that Beau and I will be alone on the holidays because we need clearance from the doctor before he can travel. Again, I know that sounds selfish, that's just not really a time I want to be alone after Blaze leaves.
I feel horrible because Blaze has block leave (about 2 weeks) coming up in the latter part of October but he says he's staying here because of me. I want him to be with his family and spend time with them, but he says since I'm so close to my due date at that point, he wants to stay here. I know that's really not anyone's fault, but I feel responsible. That being said, Tina may come visit, I really hope she does, I've been blessed with wonderful in-laws. :)
On the flip side of things, I'm trying to look at this deployment as a time for self improvement. This is time where I can focus on finishing my Nursing Degree (or at least getting closer to finishing it), lose the baby weight (and then some!), and Beau and I spending lots of time with the family. It's odd because I get excited about that portion of things, then I realize Blaze won't be here and it totally farts on my rainbow. It's bizarre to dread and yet be excited over one thing.
I'm sorry y'all, this post is mostly so I can just write things down and get them off my chest. If you have any questions about the deployment, feel free to call either one of us and we'll fill you in the best we can. Just remember, right now, we still don't have much information. I'll update accordingly. I love you all! Take care, sleep well!
Shannon
03 September 2008
It's been a while
Wow!
It's been a crazy month or so! Two new babies born into the family (Congrats!!!!! I can't wait to meet them!), Fall is kicking off up here, Blaze and I are prepping for deployment and Beau, and but not least....I'm finally 30 weeks. :D The end is in sight! Definately a good thing because I've begun to get excrutiating Braxton-Hicks contractions. I now understand why so many people make false runs to the hospital. That being said, yes, I've decided an epidural is in my future.
Things are good here, we're just enjoying each other as much as possible. It's going to be hard without Blaze here. I made the decision to come home to Arlington once he deploys, but I doubt that will make it a whole lot easier. I really love that guy. :) While he's gone, I'll be staying with my mom (as most of you know, my step dad and brother are deployed as well) so we'll be keeping each other company. I'll also be getting as many classes knocked out as possible so I can finish my degree. All it took was a couple years in the real world without a degree to make me realize how important it is to have one. Blaze has come to the same realization.
Anyway, we've got an FRG meeting tonight (yuck!) and Blaze is making me go since he has to. If anything important comes out of it (I highly doubt that it will) I'll be sure and send out emails or make phone calls. Well, I'm going to finish some stuff around the house! Love and miss you all! I can't wait to share Beau with y'all! :)
Shannon
It's been a crazy month or so! Two new babies born into the family (Congrats!!!!! I can't wait to meet them!), Fall is kicking off up here, Blaze and I are prepping for deployment and Beau, and but not least....I'm finally 30 weeks. :D The end is in sight! Definately a good thing because I've begun to get excrutiating Braxton-Hicks contractions. I now understand why so many people make false runs to the hospital. That being said, yes, I've decided an epidural is in my future.
Things are good here, we're just enjoying each other as much as possible. It's going to be hard without Blaze here. I made the decision to come home to Arlington once he deploys, but I doubt that will make it a whole lot easier. I really love that guy. :) While he's gone, I'll be staying with my mom (as most of you know, my step dad and brother are deployed as well) so we'll be keeping each other company. I'll also be getting as many classes knocked out as possible so I can finish my degree. All it took was a couple years in the real world without a degree to make me realize how important it is to have one. Blaze has come to the same realization.
Anyway, we've got an FRG meeting tonight (yuck!) and Blaze is making me go since he has to. If anything important comes out of it (I highly doubt that it will) I'll be sure and send out emails or make phone calls. Well, I'm going to finish some stuff around the house! Love and miss you all! I can't wait to share Beau with y'all! :)
Shannon
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