Hard times being a mom

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Hard times being a mom
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Thu, 01-10-2008 - 8:55am

Well, I'm not sure if you all remember, I feel pretty sure I've meantioned it before, but I have a grown (well as grown as you can be at 19) son as well as the three at home.

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Registered: 05-13-2005
Thu, 01-10-2008 - 9:09am

OMG Priscilla, I about fell off my chair as I read this post - for so many reasons. My heart goes out to you - I can't imagine my son making a decision like that without me, sending him off to war and being so scared of the consequences of his decision. I wish there was something you could do to change that - or something we could do to help you know he will be safe. I guess all any of us can do is pray.

Our hearts are with you!! Keep us posted, okay?

We need an end to that war - and soon!!

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Registered: 06-04-2004
Thu, 01-10-2008 - 9:13am

Just always, always be very proud of your son. And tell him I thank him for making such a huge step of bravery. I know I

~shrimpy

"A man who wants something will find a way; a man who doesn't will find an excuse." ~Stephen Dolley Jr.

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Registered: 11-22-2006
Thu, 01-10-2008 - 10:37am
Oh my goodness was my first thought. I cant imagine how you must feel but I search my heart to try and imagine it just the same. My son is nine but if he ever made such a decision my head and heart would be all over the place with worry and price for the risks he is taking for our country. I hope for you and everyone else that this war is finished soon. It has been a weight on so many of us and I hope you can seek support in everyone around you as you deal with the emotions this brings. My best to you and your son....
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Registered: 09-11-2007
Thu, 01-10-2008 - 12:06pm

Oh, Priscilla, I can't imagine what is going on in your head and heart.

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Registered: 03-27-2003
Thu, 01-10-2008 - 12:26pm

It must be scary for you Priscilla.

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Registered: 01-04-2008
Thu, 01-10-2008 - 12:47pm

I agree with Mark and Moon and also send along my thoughts and prayers.

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Registered: 08-10-2007
Thu, 01-10-2008 - 12:49pm

I feel for you Priscilla... it's so hard to have a child do anything that makes us worry no matter how old they are.

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Registered: 10-10-2007
Thu, 01-10-2008 - 1:18pm

((((HUGS)))

April

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Registered: 09-21-2006
Thu, 01-10-2008 - 8:25pm

((((HUGS)))) I too have a 19 year old son and although all male members of my family have served in the military going back to the Revolutionary War, I am so grateful neither of my sons is going to go in that direction. Of course you will be supportive of his choice, but I have to say, if a person is not considered mature enough to handle alcohol at 18, why is an 18 year old considered mature enough to go to war? Many young people thrive in the structured environment of the military, I hope that is the case for your son. I will pray for his safety along with all of the other sons of friends who are currently over in Iraq.

QueenBun

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Registered: 11-03-2003
Fri, 01-11-2008 - 7:24am

Oh my!

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