No, folks, not that type; after all, my husband isn't around right now. No, just thought I'd deliver a quick update to those of you who have inquired about Adam's current status and Bryony's and my well-being and states of mind.
Adam is FINE. Actually, he's doing really well. I received a call from him today and he is still waiting for a flight out of his current location to join his unit. I can't put into writing his actual whereabouts or his final destination, but rest assured he is okay. In fact, he managed to run into several old Navy buddies from years' past (some from as many as TEN years ago!) while at his current location, and is happy to catch up with old friends.
Bryony and I are okay. We spend a little time talking about Daddy everyday, and we look at lots of photos of him, blowing him kisses (or kissing the picture) to feel connected. I've actually been surprised by how much I feel like I'm operating on autopilot these days. It almost feels like I'm in shock, as the full weight and enormity of the situation doesn't seem to register most of the time. I think that I am consciously avoiding thinking about it so that I can get through my day; otherwise, I'd have multiple breakdowns that would only serve to upset and confuse Bryony. It wouldn't do me any good, either.
A couple fun things have come our way that have lifted the mood. The USO (Uniformed Services Organization, a non-profit that supports servicemembers and their families) sent me a care package (yes me, the spouse!) to help get through the year. Included were coupons and gift certificates for various things like restaurants and grocery items. My favorite gift, however, was the hard-bound journal that was included; a way of writing down the year's events, day-by-day, for Adam to read when he returns. Or perhaps it's more catharsis for me as I end each day. Or maybe it's both.
The other cool thing was yet another USO-supported gift. Adam said that he has been video recorded reading a book to Bryony and both the book and the DVD will be shipped to us. I can hardly wait to watch her as she sees Daddy reading a book to her. I know I'll probably get more out of it than she will, but still. It's the little things that keep me going these days.
Anyway, before this quickie turns into anything more intimate (*smirk*) I had better get going. Thanks again for all your thoughts and well wishes. Friends and family helped get us through the last two deployments and I know your support will help carry us through this one, too.
2 comments:
Just thought of this: a friend of mine ordered daddy dolls for each of her girls. Basically, some company made stuffed animals/ dolls/ pillows out of an image of my friend's hubby. If you're interested in getting one for Bryony, let me know, and I'll find out where she got it. Thinking of you.
Heather, I do know about daddy dolls. A friend of mine at Ft Hood had one for her daughter when the husband/father was away in Iraq last year. Another girlfriend told me about a company that will turn photos of the servicemember with family into a quilt! How awesome is that??? There are so many charitable organizations out there that are supporting troops and military families; I hope that I can volunteer to work with one of these organizations one day soon to show my appreciation.
Thanks for the scoop! :-)
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