Proud Mom to a 1-89 Cavalry Scout: HOOAH!!!! MAIL CALL

Thursday, September 11, 2008

HOOAH!!!! MAIL CALL

We got a letter yesterday from Christopher and he is finally getting some mail. His exact words were: Finally I am getting mail. (10 letters actually). He was so upbeat in his letter and really excited that we would be there for Family Weekend.

We also received the information letter (dated Aug 25) telling us the dates and times of Family Weekend and Graduation. At this time he is scheduled to graduate on Dec 11.

So far they have done the Gas Chamber, RBT (Rifle Bayonet Training), Pugel Sticks and a three mile hike in full Battle Rattle.

He also threw in real quick that the Pugel Sticks resulted in him sporting a broken nose that bled forever but he is fine and not to worry. (Gee thanks son).

Now that we have the dates for Family Weekend we can start the count down. I know he is excited but I am not sure he is as excited as I am.

He also told me that he received a letter from Michelle and he loves his Coin that she sent him. He thought it was the coolest thing ever.

Let us not forget those that lost their lives on this day in 2001 and the family members that carry on.

God Bless,

Tami

4 comments:

Carla said...: I could hear the excitement in your voice when you called me yesterday to tell me that's he's receiving mail finally. I'm so glad.; Sep 11, 2008, 8:24:00 AM
liberal army wife said...: Yay! glad to hear he's getting all the mail. and you are getting set to go to Knox for the 11th. Enjoy yourselves, and get used to not recognizing him! He's the one in green (that's my husband's joke - what he told me when I asked him where he was going to be in his deployment brigade parade "I'm the one in green, with the hat!") Enjoy the museum, it's a lot of fun.

LAW; Sep 11, 2008, 6:54:00 PM
Brittany said...: Never forget.

Thanks CHRIS for what you're doing... again...and again... we can never say it enough.; Sep 11, 2008, 7:32:00 PM
Unknown said...: The first moment you see your son, it will take your breath away! Tears will flow...this boy you have raised has evolved into an amazing man. Your husband is correct... I did not even recognize my son during the airman's run...he was the bald guy in the gray tee and blue shorts....hmmm...he was a cross country runner and I did not even recognize his trot...it is now all Air Force issue!
But...look into his eyes, you will see the soul of the baby you carried.

~AirmanMom returning to her blog...; Sep 12, 2008, 10:30:00 PM

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From my heart to God's ears

Father God~
Please send your angels of safety, love and peace to watch over our brave military men and women and please father ask them to give a extra squeeze to my Scout and Tyson, Matt G, Russ, Kyle, Mitchel, Jason, Warren, Matthew P, Josh, Chris C, Rush and the rest of the 1-89. I ask that you keep them safe, help them complete their mission and bring them all home safely. Father, I ask that you guide those in command as they make hard decisions that effect so many. I ask that you watch over the loved ones of all those in harms way and comfort those with heavy hearts.
Father, I know that without you all would be lost and I claim these request in your name. I thank you Father each time I see Scout pop up on my instant message or on his facebook because I know that at that moment all is well. And please provide termite control for their mascot Plank who gives comic relief where not much laughter is found. I will continue to give you all the glory each and every day. Amen

The Soldier's Mother Creed

"I am the mother of an American Soldier"I give my complete and unwavering support to my soldier.As my son serves the people of the United States, so I humbly offer up my prayers for his safety and the safety and health of those he serves beside. I respect his choice to adhere to a strict moral code and system of values that has preserved our great country for over two centuries.I accept that my soldier's first duty is to his country and I understand that this sacrifice he willingly makes is what keeps our nation great.I will never expect anything but the best from my soldier for I know he is capable. I know that a soldier's heart is true and strong, and that my soldier will endure. I will never abandon my soldier, my son, my love. I will love him unconditionally. he will know I am there for him, even when he is alone.I am disciplined, emotionally and mentally tough, learning to wait for phone calls and letters or emails home. I, like my soldier, am an expert. I stand ready to do what ever I can do to let my son, my soldier, know that we are here for him, beside him, we love him and I will pray for swift destruction of the enemies of our country. I am the person who stood guardian of this man who has become my soldier, now our guardian of freedom and the American way of life."I AM THE MOTHER OF AN AMERICAN SOLDIER."
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Fiddler's Green

Half way down the trail to Hell,
In a shady meadow green.
Are the souls of all dead troopers camped,
Near a good old time canteen.
And this eternal resting place,
Is known as Fiddlers' Green.

Marching past straight through to Hell,
The Infantry are seen.
Accompanied by Engineers,
Artillery and Marines.
For none but shades of the Cavalrymen,
Dismount at Fiddlers' Green.

Though some go curving down the trail,
To seek a warmer scene.
No Trooper ever gets to Hell,
Ere he's emptied his canteen.
And so goes back to drink again,
With friends again at Fiddlers' Green.