Sunday, September 28, 2008



264 days have passed since this whole assignment started. That is alot of time. With about 42 days left until leave, it actually seems to be getting more difficult to not focus on how much I miss Shawn. But the excitement we all feel is growing as the days pass. Over the years as Shawn has had to leave us to fulfill military assignments, I have thought alot about single parents and those who gracefully live with lonliness daily. I am grateful to the many bright examples there are of people who 'forget themselves and get to work'. I am so completely grateful as well for the vein of peace that connects each day to the next. Just grateful-that's all.

6 comments:

Melanie said...

Jill, I don't know how you do it?!?! We are super excited though for Shawn to get leave and to be able to see you guys!

Chocolates for Breakfast said...

Jill, you and all the other military wives are truly heroes in my book! You are amazing!

Erin said...

What a beautiful post. I sure love you and pray for Shawns swift return.

Juli said...

You amaze me, Jill. I wish we were closer so I could give you hugs every day til Shawn gets back.
We can't wait to see you both!

Adam and Bri said...

Such a sweet post. Love you, Jill. And happy home leave! :)

Laurel said...

"vein of peace that connects each day to the next"...that just might be the prettiest phrase I've ever heard.

I really like you.
Can we PLEASE be friends?