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Just when you think it's ok....
Just when you think it's ok.... It's not. Yesterday was an emotional day for me. The Mighty Marine is an active service member, so he is not a veteran yet, but so many people approached me at work yesterday to extend their thanks to him and asked me to pass along their well wishes...... I felt so much pride in him. There were a couple of times when I felt myself starting to get emotional, but I held it in and kept it cool. Until I got home, that is. I spied the Bunny hopping out from behind my shed to say 'Hi' and I lost it. The rain had started coming down hard and so did the tears. I cried in my car for at least a good five minutes before heading into the house.... I didn't want the Spawn to know I'd cried. Tilly Cat was at the door waiting, rubbing against my ankles as I hung up my coat, and I couldn't help thinking about how she had waited for days for the Mighty Marine to come home when he had left. Again I started to cry. "[Mighty Marine] said not to cry." "Aaah! You scared me! Why are you texting your brother about this? I just got home." My phone dinged at this point, it was a message from the Mighty Marine. He said.... Don't worry Ma, I'll call you tomorrow. It warms my heart to know, even when he's hundreds of miles away, we're all still this close. I do miss that so much.... And even though most days are good days now, I still miss my little Traveling Trio. Middle , Spawn, Me I can't imagine what I'm going to be like next week on his birthday.... It will be the first birthday in 19 years that I didn't get to spend with him. Wish me luck! |
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I've never really thought of myself as the Mighty Marine's Mom.... That's got a ring to it. Mighty Mom.... LOL Stop by at lonlyforlove2 also see Lunch with Lonly , we get snow tomorrow Check my blog on New Community, "A photo of my big Pecker" also, " My Sunday afternoon with the kids'
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((hugs)) momma bear
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It's good that you are proud of your son. Many mothers aren't so proud of their offspring!
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Good luck! Youngest showed up from college yesterday to surprise me for my birthday. Best present ever. Yep. I shed a tear or two.
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Thank you for your very poignant story. Brought back so many memories. When I went off to Vietnam, I never thought about the impact that had on my parents. Then my oldest went off to serve, just before Desert Storm. I was flooded with emotions and feelings. I didn’t remember signing up for this when I became a father. The good news is that everyone comes out stronger and more appreciative of what they have as a family. Hang in there, you’ll make it! 😊😊
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Great Job Marine Mom !! It's obvious how well you did raising this young man He is always thinking and keeping in touch with you You should be so Proud of him and You for doing things right !!!! Hats off to all the service men and women and their incredible parents xoxo
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I have the most perfect kids for me. I do love them so much. In time, I know this will not all feel so raw to me. It didn't help that he left 2 days after graduating from high school, but I did know this would come eventually. Wish me luck on holding the sanity together! LOL
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best of luck!
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No doubt, it being Veterans Day, it made it even more emotional for you.
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Eh...you're going to be a mess on his birthday. How about we send you a truckload of tissues! Oh...and one of those reusable cold gel packs for your eyes. Maybe a truckload of virtual hugs, too.
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Just be proud and let him grow into this " Mighty Marine", He will become the man you will always be proud of.. You will have many more birthdays in the future, each will be better. Take a deep breath and just be the proud Mighty Marine's mom that you are..
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you know what, crying is ok, tears of joy, pride, relief, sadness, better to get it out vs keep those strong feelings inside. My son was in service, then school then family and work, this year we will be able to share his B day with him for the first time in 12 years, I can relate to some of your feelings. Hey you son is launched, on his own and doing well, something to be so proud of and relieved, he will make it on his own in the future which is bright for him. Hang in there, from your blogs you have worked through much and come out ahead with more adventures in your future.
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Your son is growing up and is a man who you should be proud of for his accomplishments. Remember he might be gone but he's still with you, and only a phone call away. He may not be considered a veteran but to me he is and I thank him for his service. Your daughter or spawn as you call her is insightful that she call her brother to tell him about you. You have done a very good job of raising your children. Remember it's okay to cry and let it out. I do think that crying is good for the soul. secret_lade, you are a very good woman and I'm so fortunate to have come across your blog. Hugs, John
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Your son is growing up and is a man who you should be proud of for his accomplishments. Remember he might be gone but he's still with you, and only a phone call away. He may not be considered a veteran but to me he is and I thank him for his service. Your daughter or spawn as you call her is insightful that she call her brother to tell him about you. You have done a very good job of raising your children. Remember it's okay to cry and let it out. I do think that crying is good for the soul. secret_lade, you are a very good woman and I'm so fortunate to have come across your blog. Hugs, John We have two lives, and the second begins when we realise we have only one - Confucious
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you know what, crying is ok, tears of joy, pride, relief, sadness, better to get it out vs keep those strong feelings inside. My son was in service, then school then family and work, this year we will be able to share his B day with him for the first time in 12 years, I can relate to some of your feelings. Hey you son is launched, on his own and doing well, something to be so proud of and relieved, he will make it on his own in the future which is bright for him. Hang in there, from your blogs you have worked through much and come out ahead with more adventures in your future.
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Just be proud and let him grow into this " Mighty Marine", He will become the man you will always be proud of.. You will have many more birthdays in the future, each will be better. Take a deep breath and just be the proud Mighty Marine's mom that you are.. Stop by at lonlyforlove2 also see Lunch with Lonly , we get snow tomorrow Check my blog on New Community, "A photo of my big Pecker" also, " My Sunday afternoon with the kids'
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Eh...you're going to be a mess on his birthday. How about we send you a truckload of tissues! Oh...and one of those reusable cold gel packs for your eyes. Maybe a truckload of virtual hugs, too.
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No doubt, it being Veterans Day, it made it even more emotional for you.
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11/12/2021 12:25 pm |
best of luck!
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Great Job Marine Mom !! It's obvious how well you did raising this young man He is always thinking and keeping in touch with you You should be so Proud of him and You for doing things right !!!! Hats off to all the service men and women and their incredible parents xoxo
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Good luck
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11/12/2021 5:00 am |
Thank you for your very poignant story. Brought back so many memories. When I went off to Vietnam, I never thought about the impact that had on my parents. Then my oldest went off to serve, just before Desert Storm. I was flooded with emotions and feelings. I didn’t remember signing up for this when I became a father. The good news is that everyone comes out stronger and more appreciative of what they have as a family. Hang in there, you’ll make it! 😊😊
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Semper Fi , Gunny
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Good luck! Youngest showed up from college yesterday to surprise me for my birthday. Best present ever. Yep. I shed a tear or two. Have a great day! 💋 Staci
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It's good that you are proud of your son. Many mothers aren't so proud of their offspring!
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