My last few posts seem a bit contrived to me, because I haven't been able to talk about what's actually been happening inside my head. Now that everyone is settled in, here we go:
Simon left for Afghanistan a while ago for a very difficult deployment. They're training their military so that foreign troops can get out of there "soon". I find comfort in the fact that he's doing something incredibly important, which almost legitimizes him missing Noah's birth, as well as the first few months of his life. Almost.
I just want him home, though. Everything feels empty, and nothing feels right. But maybe he's saved another couple from having to go through this sort of thing by going himself. The bright side is that we've had communication almost every single day, if not every day, since he's left. But what I wouldn't give to spend just a minute sitting on the couch, on Pinterest, while watching him play videogames.
Simon, I'm so proud of you for everything you've done and for everything that you are. I respect you deeply, love you madly, and miss you more than I can even feel.
<3 Kristin
"He's more myself than I am. Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same."
-Emily Bronte
2 comments:
Stay strong! It's going to be hard but will bring the two of you closer. I cannot imagine going through that, but I admire you both for it. Keep your head up!
I know this is a difficult time and can't wait till I see you. I am so glad you have someone who will be able to take you to the hospital and you know I will hop on the next available flight out of here.
Post a Comment