Here we go again.....

Well...I'm sitting here, watching Dee finish packing so he can leave again. They are headed for Ft. Stewart. We were hoping that the snow and frozen roadways would cause the unit to be delayed in leaving, but no phone call. So he is headed out in a few minutes. This week is only three days, so they are returning home on Wednesday night. They get a four day weekend so I'm very thankful for that, BUT....and that's a big BUT......I am not counting my chickens until they hatch! Army's plans change with the wind. It's almost similar to how the weather changes in Georgia. If you don't like the weather, hang around a day or so and it'll change.

I found out last night that there is a possibility that Dee could be deploying March 30th, instead of April 23rd. This was really a punch to my gut! I guess if they leave early, then they get back early...but I'm mentally prepared for him to leave in April...and have our weekends planned to spend some quality time with each other and the girls. What is so difficult is the indecision. Dee doesn't even know which unit he will be deploying with. We hope to have answers this week. I'd prefer he not deploy until April 23rd, but my opinion doesn't count. I had a rough night processing that new information last night. I'm trying to get thick-skinned with these decisions/indecisions...but it's my husband they are taking away, so it's difficult.

But I do know that God knows the date and will be our Comforter and Sustainer. It's going to be painful no matter when it is. It is definitely an emotional roller coaster. Part of me wishes they'd just go ahead and leave so we don't have to anticipate and wait. Then we can get on with trying to get into a routine at home, learning how to function without him. But the other side is...I want him here as long as possible! I want to really use this time making some amazing memories...like playing in the snow yesterday! What a wonderful time. Jolie had never been able to really play in the snow, so for her to get to spend her first time with her Daddy, was awesome.

Please pray for the unit's safe travels today as they head out to Savannah.