2 Down 4 to Go!

Josh has been gone 2 months today. It seems like it's been FOREVER! I’ve been told that I should be used to deployments because I’ve done them before. How do I get used to half of my life, my soul, my heart gone for long periods of time? Deployments are hard, no matter how many you have gone through. Not saying I am struggling, but life is different, kids are different, dynamics are different, I am different so, this deployment isn’t any easier. I know that Josh is where he is supposed to be right now, and I will support him no matter what. There is one thing that has made this deployment a little better, Skype. This is the first deployment where we have used it, so technology has greatly improved communication, and I like it. I am so proud of Josh and his hard work and service. Today being the 10th Anniversary of 9/11, it is a big day for Josh as he was struck with a great need to serve the country. Soon after the attacks, he started talking to the different branches of the military to sign up. After weighing options and what was best for our family, he joined the Air Force. He has been faithfully serving since. He currently serves as a Flight Commander for the 62nd Force Support Squadron. This is Josh's third tour to the Middle East, and at this time go round, he is serving on General Goldfein’s administrative staff. Did I already say that I am proud of him?  I don't have a lot of pictures of him yet over there, but hopefully I will soon. This picture is of him soon after he arrived there. I know it's a candid shot, but it's all I've got that have his eyes are open (the other one he is giving a speech, but his eyes are closed). :-)