I belong to a group, one people like to write about.....

So I’ve been reading up on the latest books out there regarding being married to the military and how to cope with our lives in this environment. All I can say is WOW! There are a few pretty good books out there! Most, if not all are just very vague, simply stating ‘military’ or 'soldier' and from their point of view being in just their husbands MOS but still vague and sometimes inaccurate pertaining to the masses. If you or someone you know isn't aware please inform them that our guys are Marines and NOT soldiers! Depending on how "moto" your Marine is he may rudely correct the unsuspecting individual of how strongly these men feel about going through the toughest boot camp around and a part of the "Few and the Proud". Marines may be the smallest force, but have been a part of every major war requiring the strongest punch in the face and show of force for the United States or our allies.

One of the lady authors referred to the traditions and abbreviations our husbands use on a daily basis as ‘really stupid acronyms and jargon’.

I get utterly flabbergasted and kind of ticked off to read these books! Thank goodness most are for informational purposes only. 

My hope and prayer is to put out more clearly defined information which helps everyone that has anything to do with the Marine Corps a better understanding of why our lives are the way they are. As the Marine Corps have proved time and time again, this organization is unique and is set apart from all the rest. So our traditions, views, organizations and ways of life are just as different. We are proud, patriotic, close knit and take care of our own at all costs. I’m off to go and do some more research!

Take a LINKS class! You'll get a lot of info that way. If you like the gossip, well just keep that to yourself ;P

I didn't mean I wanted to be sick on my "sick day"!

Why is it that when Moms get sick life must still go on? Isn't there a Substitute Mom line that we can call when we need to take a sick day? I sure wish there was, because this girl would totally be dialing those digits!

I am so sick of being sick. I have had this terrible sore throat and fever for 2 days. I mean really. I rarely get sick & when I do it usually lasts less than a day. This crap (whatever it is) has found my Kryptonite. My healthy cells have surrendered & are waving the white flag!

This is serious stuff...

I wake up sweating so bad & gasping for breath that I throw my hands in the air & wave them like I just don't care...but I do care, because at that very moment I am not able to move or swallow! I hobble around like an old lady to the bathroom, soak a washcloth with scalding hot water & breathe in the vapors. I am able to catch a breath long enough to tell Matt...I am seriously going to die. 

When I eat anything, I get that tickle in my throat just about the time to swallow & the pain starts again . 

I've been sick before and should remember how to handle this kind of situation a little better without thinking I should start planning my funeral every time the disease arises.. I know...now you know where my drama Queen and King get it. Right?

Nighttime is actually the best time for me if I can just get to sleep...because once asleep the pain stops. No wonder my body has been wanting me to nap like 4 times a day, all this sickness can wear you out!

Sleep is good when you are sick!!!

Sleep is not allowed when you are a Stay At Home Super Mom of 2 busy children

Must keep eyes open & on them at all times...It is my JOB!

Must kick this sickness...I need my JOB!

Wish I could call in a Substitute Mom...

Anyone have the number?

Anyone wanna SUB for me for a few days while I catch my BREATH...Literally!

Matt has been amazing. Even though he has gotten home after 2 am the last couple of days, he has stayed on me about resting. And still loves me even though I look pathetic and like death.  I have a doc appointment in the am, I hope they can "cure" me! 

The world is still kind

I honestly believe that being able to bless others in life is a true way to humble ones self.  

Sometimes I can't seem to understand why some people don't help others. And I'm not talking about lending people money, giving them your clothes, or sharing your vehicle (although those are all fabulous things to do). I'm talking about helping them out with simple things. Things that cost nothing, like helping someone unload groceries, clean their home, or watching their child.

I have seen GOD working in different ways in so many peoples lives this week. I have witnessed the power of a giving heart and the way it can touch someones life. 

I am selfish by nature, but I am a giver at heart. I spend countless hours giving my time to people and things that aren't my own. These cost me nothing but time. I understand that time is money, but if you do right by others, GOD will definitely bless you. 

Sometimes I just wish the world was a little kinder. I know we can't get everything we wish for in life. If I could have one wish it would be for people to care more about other people. Sometimes I wonder how this world we live in got so cold. 

My life hasn't been easy. I have my own struggles and triumphs. But I stay positive and push forward. I've made it my daily "work" to still find it in my heart to help others daily. 

My heart is filled with so much joy and admiration of all the women (and men) that have pulled together and made things happen this week. I am grateful to be part of a community that is so gracious and giving, even when it sometimes feels like it is the very thing that takes so much away from us. So I leave you with this quote "Harness the power of today. Seize the blessings of today! Make something happen, enhance your life, make someone laugh, help a friend, love, love, love!"-Steve Maraboli