...and now we wait...

Today my husband left for Air Force Boot Camp. I cannot tell you how proud I am of that man. Travis has always wanted to join the military and is excited for all that it holds for our family. I am excited, too...but it took me a while to get there!

Today I dropped him off and had to watch him walk away. I know that his heart was breaking after saying goodbye to Parker and me. And I know that he knew mine was too. Two months seems like it should fly by...but when you feel like you aren't quite whole...it is very intimidating.

Today I realized that I am stronger than I thought...perhaps I really am ready to be an Airman's Wife. Yes, I am sad that my husband will be gone...but the thing I feel most is love. Love for the man that loves his wife and child so much that he is willing to do something so difficult...being away from the people he loves most in order to provide for his family. My heart is overflowing because my husband knows that his wife and son love him so much that we are willing to sign on for this crazy 4 year journey of uncertainties.

Today I am worried about the next several weeks, when Parker starts to realize that Daddy is gone and hasn't come home from "work." I am worried how much it will break my heart to see him sad.

Today I am looking forward to Trav's Graduation from Basic. It will be so wonderful to see him again. It seems so far away...but we are counting down the days.

Today I am asking for prayers. Prayers for Trav as he starts this rigorous experience. Prayers for me as I miss my husband. Prayers for Parker as he misses his Daddy.