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Good for you! I'm glad you called him--and you had a good conversation, too!
Please keep us posted. -- Ginger (in Texas) whose son just joined the Navy--has delayed entry for December "Michelle" wrote in message ... I finally got to speak with DS yesterday. It was sure good to hear his voice!! None of the unpleasant things were mentioned and we talked for nearly 2 hrs. He is supposed to be leaving this week sometime and that is all he knows. They've been telling them this now for over a month, he's still here and that's good. The kids were screaming and crying in the background, dog barking at the cat and we just kept talking as if they weren't there. I told him that I have the kids Easter things and I'd be sending them now, since I have the new address. He was happy to hear that. I just thought I'd let you all know that I *DID* get to talk to him. It took longer than expected for me to finally make the call........I didn't have his number and the 3 hr time difference made it more than a little difficult. Seems everytime I'd think and remember to call, it would be wayyyy to late on the east coast. It's done and I feel much better now. Thanks to all of you for the encouragement. Shelly |
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OT Finally spoke with DS
I finally got to speak with DS yesterday. It was sure good to hear his
voice!! None of the unpleasant things were mentioned and we talked for nearly 2 hrs. He is supposed to be leaving this week sometime and that is all he knows. They've been telling them this now for over a month, he's still here and that's good. The kids were screaming and crying in the background, dog barking at the cat and we just kept talking as if they weren't there. I told him that I have the kids Easter things and I'd be sending them now, since I have the new address. He was happy to hear that. I just thought I'd let you all know that I *DID* get to talk to him. It took longer than expected for me to finally make the call........I didn't have his number and the 3 hr time difference made it more than a little difficult. Seems everytime I'd think and remember to call, it would be wayyyy to late on the east coast. It's done and I feel much better now. Thanks to all of you for the encouragement. Shelly |
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that is great Shelly. don't you have a weight off your chest now that
you've taken this first step towards healing the relationship? I would die if I didn't get along with my family. I have been away from them for a loong time but knowing they are always there for me has really helped through the hard times - being alone and 10,000 miles away is bad, even if you are not in the middle of a war situation so I can imagine this will be really important for him! Michelle wrote: I finally got to speak with DS yesterday. It was sure good to hear his voice!! None of the unpleasant things were mentioned and we talked for nearly 2 hrs. -- Dr. Quilter Ambassador of Extraordinary Aliens http://community.webshots.com/user/mvignali (take the dog out before replying) |
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Shelly, I'm so glad for you. Broken relationships are just so sad, and I'm excited
that you were able to take the first step in repairing yours. It will probably never be the same again...but perhaps even better. Hugs! -- Jalynne - Keeper of the Quilt for ME club list Queen Gypsy (snail mail available upon request) see what i've been up to at www.100megsfree4.com/jalynne See what DH is up to at http://www.teamintraining.org/participant/kinney-162652 "Michelle" wrote in message ... I finally got to speak with DS yesterday. It was sure good to hear his voice!! None of the unpleasant things were mentioned and we talked for nearly 2 hrs. He is supposed to be leaving this week sometime and that is all he knows. They've been telling them this now for over a month, he's still here and that's good. The kids were screaming and crying in the background, dog barking at the cat and we just kept talking as if they weren't there. I told him that I have the kids Easter things and I'd be sending them now, since I have the new address. He was happy to hear that. I just thought I'd let you all know that I *DID* get to talk to him. It took longer than expected for me to finally make the call........I didn't have his number and the 3 hr time difference made it more than a little difficult. Seems everytime I'd think and remember to call, it would be wayyyy to late on the east coast. It's done and I feel much better now. Thanks to all of you for the encouragement. Shelly |
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Shelly, your message brought a tear to my eyes. How wonderful that
you reconnected and for such a goodly amount of time - and with no mention of the past. It's best to develop "amnesia" at times like this. I am so happy for you both and for family members on both sides. I wish him Godspeed when and if he finally goes and hope for a safe return home. He will be in my prayers. I will be saying them more now since my step-son will be leaving for the Marines in a few months. His father is not overjoyed at the thought, but it's what he wants to do. Thanks for sharing your good news with us! Alice in NJ "Michelle" wrote in message ... I finally got to speak with DS yesterday. It was sure good to hear his voice!! None of the unpleasant things were mentioned and we talked for nearly 2 hrs. He is supposed to be leaving this week sometime and that is all he knows. They've been telling them this now for over a month, he's still here and that's good. The kids were screaming and crying in the background, dog barking at the cat and we just kept talking as if they weren't there. I told him that I have the kids Easter things and I'd be sending them now, since I have the new address. He was happy to hear that. I just thought I'd let you all know that I *DID* get to talk to him. It took longer than expected for me to finally make the call........I didn't have his number and the 3 hr time difference made it more than a little difficult. Seems everytime I'd think and remember to call, it would be wayyyy to late on the east coast. It's done and I feel much better now. Thanks to all of you for the encouragement. Shelly |
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Michelle wrote: I finally got to speak with DS yesterday. It was sure good to hear his voice!! None of the unpleasant things were mentioned and we talked for nearly 2 hrs. He is supposed to be leaving this week sometime and that is all he knows. They've been telling them this now for over a month, he's still here and that's good. The kids were screaming and crying in the background, dog barking at the cat and we just kept talking as if they weren't there. I told him that I have the kids Easter things and I'd be sending them now, since I have the new address. He was happy to hear that. I just thought I'd let you all know that I *DID* get to talk to him. It took longer than expected for me to finally make the call........I didn't have his number and the 3 hr time difference made it more than a little difficult. Seems everytime I'd think and remember to call, it would be wayyyy to late on the east coast. It's done and I feel much better now. Thanks to all of you for the encouragement. Shelly Just STAY in touch now! Put the past behind you and start anew. -- Kate XXXXXX Lady Catherine, Wardrobe Mistress of the Chocolate Buttons http://www.diceyhome.free-online.co.uk Click on Kate's Pages and explore! |
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Yes! I do feel much better and the weight is gone, only to be replaced with worry. I'll be worried sick about him as long as he's out of the country. Our family is very close and nothing like this has ever happened and this wouldn't have ever happened if DD hadn't wanted to earn brownie points from DS because she was mad at me. I've learned a very valuable lesson here. Say nothing in front of anyone, unless you want it repeated. To keep you from saying something you'll regret later, just pretend the person is standing beside you and apt to overhear your words. I won't soon forget that little trick. lol I have no idea when I'll see my son and his family again because of the military and east/west coast distance. Hopefully, he'll get to come home for Christmas and I can see all of them then. Other than Christmas, it'll be pretty hard to work out a time to get together. Shelly |
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{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}} Shelly, I'm so happy for you.
-- Sharon From Melbourne Australia (Queen of Down Under) http://www.geocities.com/shazrules/craft.html "Michelle" wrote in message ... I finally got to speak with DS yesterday. It was sure good to hear his voice!! None of the unpleasant things were mentioned and we talked for nearly 2 hrs. He is supposed to be leaving this week sometime and that is all he knows. They've been telling them this now for over a month, he's still here and that's good. The kids were screaming and crying in the background, dog barking at the cat and we just kept talking as if they weren't there. I told him that I have the kids Easter things and I'd be sending them now, since I have the new address. He was happy to hear that. I just thought I'd let you all know that I *DID* get to talk to him. It took longer than expected for me to finally make the call........I didn't have his number and the 3 hr time difference made it more than a little difficult. Seems everytime I'd think and remember to call, it would be wayyyy to late on the east coast. It's done and I feel much better now. Thanks to all of you for the encouragement. Shelly |
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So happy for all of you, Shelly. Easter is truly a time of new beginnings.
-- Mary http://community.webshots.com/user/mardor1948 "Michelle" wrote in message ... I finally got to speak with DS yesterday. It was sure good to hear his voice!! None of the unpleasant things were mentioned and we talked for nearly 2 hrs. He is supposed to be leaving this week sometime and that is all he knows. They've been telling them this now for over a month, he's still here and that's good. The kids were screaming and crying in the background, dog barking at the cat and we just kept talking as if they weren't there. I told him that I have the kids Easter things and I'd be sending them now, since I have the new address. He was happy to hear that. I just thought I'd let you all know that I *DID* get to talk to him. It took longer than expected for me to finally make the call........I didn't have his number and the 3 hr time difference made it more than a little difficult. Seems everytime I'd think and remember to call, it would be wayyyy to late on the east coast. It's done and I feel much better now. Thanks to all of you for the encouragement. Shelly |
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I thought about that for a very long time last night after speaking with
Brandon. Shelly "Mary in Oregon" wrote in message ... So happy for all of you, Shelly. Easter is truly a time of new beginnings. -- Mary http://community.webshots.com/user/mardor1948 "Michelle" wrote in message ... I finally got to speak with DS yesterday. It was sure good to hear his voice!! None of the unpleasant things were mentioned and we talked for nearly 2 hrs. He is supposed to be leaving this week sometime and that is all he knows. They've been telling them this now for over a month, he's still here and that's good. The kids were screaming and crying in the background, dog barking at the cat and we just kept talking as if they weren't there. I told him that I have the kids Easter things and I'd be sending them now, since I have the new address. He was happy to hear that. I just thought I'd let you all know that I *DID* get to talk to him. It took longer than expected for me to finally make the call........I didn't have his number and the 3 hr time difference made it more than a little difficult. Seems everytime I'd think and remember to call, it would be wayyyy to late on the east coast. It's done and I feel much better now. Thanks to all of you for the encouragement. Shelly |
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