Proud Mom to a 1-89 Cavalry Scout: It's all over but the cleaning.

Friday, December 5, 2008

It's all over but the cleaning.

They have done it.
2nd Platoon C Troop 5th Squadron 15th Cavalry has completed their training at Fort Knox. They will be out processing, turning in gear and cleaning from now until graduation next week and I honestly think I speak for all the parents and loved ones when I say we will be happy to watch our Soldiers exit Kentucky, it has been a hard 16 weeks for all those involved.
We will be leaving late Tuesday/early Wednesday morning heading to Ft. Knox where we plan on enjoying graduation dinner with Christopher, Matt and his family and the rest of their troop on Wednesday night and then we will proudly watch our Cav Scouts graduate on Thursday morning.
After graduation we will meet Chris at the airport before he flies out to Ft. Drum NY and then we will wait with baited breath to see if he will be able to come home for Christmas leave.
I am not sure how much posting I will be able to do this weekend, so if I do not update before we leave I promise to post everything and pictures as soon as we get back.

God Bless,

aam

6 comments:

Michelle said...: Well, you better take lots of pictures.; Dec 5, 2008, 8:10:00 PM
Brittany said...: I cannot believe he's DONE!! EEK!!!

Take pictures! I can't wait to see them!; Dec 6, 2008, 12:27:00 PM
liberal army wife said...: YAY!! Don't forget - the bowling alley is THE place to be!

LAW; Dec 6, 2008, 7:32:00 PM
Carla said...: I told you that you could do. You have been so strong with everything you have been dealt since he left with Nana and all. I am so proud of you!!!!! You are definetely Army Mom Strong!!! Don't worry I'll take care of Ms Gaby while your gone.; Dec 7, 2008, 10:02:00 PM
Smurfy said...: We are so proud of Chris. Wish we could be there for him and you.

Love ya lots.; Dec 7, 2008, 10:23:00 PM
eMOM said...: We are SO proud of our troops! Please do not hesitate to let us know if we can send a little extra support to your son and his fellow soldiers. We're happy to do it through our organization eMailOurMilitary.com

Bless you all this holiday season!; Dec 9, 2008, 9:23:00 AM

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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.