Good morning! It is time for the usual apology for being such a
blogging slacker. I can't believe it has been over a month since I last wrote.
This month has absolutely flown by and I am not complaining one bit!! I started
my job three weeks ago and have been going non-stop since. Yes, it makes my
days go by so much quicker, but I'm happy to finally have a day off and catch
up on the things I have been neglecting. So, today shall be full of blogging,
cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping and, of course, writing my Soldier. I have
already spent most of my morning on the back porch drinking my coffee, watching
Chandler run around like a crazy women, and enjoying this beautiful fall
weather. I am hoping this cool weather is here for good, but it is Florida so
there is no need to get my hopes up. Aaron says it is already getting cold over
in Afghanistan, which may be the only thing I'm jealous of. Speaking of
Aaron, I wish I could properly put into words how much I miss that boy. I miss
his smile, his hugs, his goofiness, the way he can always make me laugh even
when I'm trying so hard to be mad at him. Grocery shopping is no longer fun
without his crazy self. I miss all the annoying things (which I'm sure won't
last long after he gets back). I miss cuddling and watching movies together and
getting yelled at for moving around and talking to much : ) My hand also misses
holding his hand. Anyways, you get the point!
The past few weeks have
been hard. I stay away from the news, like I literally know nothing that is
going on in the world. Regardless of how hard I try to stay oblivious to the
events that are taking place overseas and around the world, I still hear about
things. I know it's hard for my parents to explain to me what's going on when I
come to them with questioning eyes. During the craziness of the current events
overseas, there was a period of time where Aaron was unable to have any contact
with us. My stomach was in knots for days in a row and I couldn't concentrate
on much. It was really the first time I had allowed this deployment to get to
me. Then I got that sweet message saying, "good morning beautiful, I'm
okay.." and I was overwhelmed with relief. I'm starting to get
used to going days without talking to him and never taking a second for granted
that I do get to talk to him. Our Skype dates are never long enough and most of
the time is spent calling each other back because his internet is beyond
amazing : ) Facebook messenger has become my new best friend. I have also
become a pro at packing care packages. And, by the way, "large" flat
rate boxes really aren't that large. But, I can pack that little booger up,
filling every bit of space, and the post office lady is always eager to see how
much my package weighs each time...she's always impressed!!
Despite being
stressed and tired most of the time, Aaron seems to be doing well. I honestly
don't think he would tell me otherwise, he tries to protect me anyway he can. I
do know that when they go on long missions he goes days without a shower. So
you know I send that stank boy wipes in every box : ) I can't wait to start on
his "Birthday Box", filled with all his favorites (minus me)!! He says things are not too bad where he is, which is good to hear. But, I would just feel better if he was here with me. I'm just selfish that way!! They go on missions for days at time, sleep outside, don't shower and don't get three meals a day. Beside the not eating part, I'd say he's living every little boys dream. No, but seriously, I get mad at him when he tells me these things and he thinks it's kinda of cool. I hope this next month flies by just as fast and then we will only be 8 months away from seeing each other again. I need my best friend back!!
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It was hard for this Dawg to make this FSU box!! I promise there is healthy snacks under all the junk and candy : )
Until next time, take some time to reflect on the things you have, not the things you want. Make time to spend with the ones that love you and support you. Never take a single second for granted. Never take anyone in your life for granted. Don't be selfish. Figure out ways to help others and stop complaining about the things others don't do for you. Live every second for the One who gave you this life and never forget it can be taken away at any moment. Love God. Love people. Get over yourself!!
