The Colonel called with some news last Wednesday.
Guess who's going to Afghanistan?
Come on, take a guess.
Okay, I'll give you a hint.
The Colonel.
How long will he be gone?
Oh, just a year.
WHAT?
Yes, a year.
He reports to Ft. Benning, GA on December 12th.
For those of you counting, that's in about 5 weeks.
He was home over the weekend and we told the kids.
They seem to be doing okay with everything.
Me...well that's another story.
I'm dealing with it. It's beginning to sink in.
I know it's going to be a hard year, but the Lord gave me a promise.
It's found in Joshua 1:9
"Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest."
Thank you for your prayers!
Cynthia @An Accomplished Woman says
Oh my, We all will be praying for you and especially for him. I think you should come visit everyone of your followers during the year and let us pamper you a little. Tell him we love him and will be happy to help his mission over there in any way possible.
Flat Creek Farm says
My prayers will remain with you, the Colonel, and your children. My sister has gone through this a couple of times. Her husband was in Iraq for a year, then most recently in Kosovo for a year.
We'll be here for you, hope you know that! Hugs, Tammy
andrea says
I will certainly keep you in my prayers.
In His service, Anne says
We will keep you in our prayers, and will pray for his safe return. My hubby wishes him the best from one Air Force guy to another!
hugs,
anne
Jennifer says
Praying for you and yours! Your husband is a hero to us all and we are grateful for his (and your familys) sacrifice!
Busy Mom in NJ says
I am praying for all of you, Lois. I am sure this is just overwhelming. Tell the Colonel that we so appreciate his service and sacrifice (and yours too!) We are here for you and will continue to be here in the coming year. Sending much love and prayers your way.
Linda says
Hi, my name is Linda and I just found your blog today. It looks like you could use a new friend to help pray for you during the next year. I can only imagine how that would be,...but on the other hand I know you must be so proud of your husband and what he does.
Psalms37:23 "The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and He delighteth in his way"
Blogging will be a source to put your feelings into words and we can all reach out to you and the kids and check up on you.
I am a Christian and I know that everything happens for a reasson. God always has a purpose and a plan.
I love the name of your blog and that's why I clicked on it. Walking on Sunshine! What a beautiful picture it brings to my mind.
I think it was all meant to be that I found you today,...because I love to pray for people.
Trust in the Lord. Just know that He will always be there for you,...holding you in His strong arms.
Psalm 40:3 He hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God:
May the Lord give you peace and joy as you go through this year, and may you even sing praises to Him!
Stop on over to my blog and see my giveaway for my 100th post. it is the Randy Alcorn book~~Heaven~~.
Linda @ Truthful Tidbits
Olde Dame Penniwig says
Well hun, I know it's hard on you, very hard, but I have to say I am relieved in terms of knowing someone really good will be over there watching over the young people, the Colonel is obviously such a good man and a smart one, none could be better, but very sorry for you and your kids...
Carol says
oh Lois...I knew something was up...we will be praying for you and Phil and your children. We have an awesome God, and He promises to always take care of His own. The Lord is in full control! I pray you will all feel peace and the year will go by quickly and safely..The Fehr's and the Palow's will be praying. Hugs, Love and prayers
LDH says
I echo the thoughts of others with thanks to both you and the Colonel for serving our country. Will be praying for all of you!
Love, ldh