The light at the end of the tunnel!

I think I am beginning to see it!

The light at the end of the tunnel, that I have been looking for for the last 8 months. The light that says this deployment is over. Yes, my optimism has settled in, and even might be taking over! It has been a rough year for us, but I am finally seeing the end.

It is still a ways away when you really think about it. There is so much to do to get ready. The holiday's have been rough as well, but they are almost over as well. WOW! I sound like such a scrooge when I say that, but I just can't help it. My family has been absolutely amazing through this entire thing, and I appreciate it more than they will ever know. But having my husband home once again will be the best thing in the world.

I am sure most of you are wondering what brought all of this on. I am not actually sure myself. I just know that in the last few days I have come to realize that there are things that I am going to have to start doing soon to prepare for him coming home. I know that you are probably thinking "what is there that she could possibly do over 2 months in advance"! Well, you would be surprised! But I can't tell you it is a surprise.

I am just so excited to be able to think that it is almost all over! But I my worrisome side is also showing it's ugly side. This last year it has been hard. Every time things seem to be going good, something bad happens. So I have to admit that even with this new found joy, I am just waiting for that bad something to happen. But I guess I am prepared for it, which will hopefully help! But I am learning my own strength to manage to get through the bad so I can handle anything! (I hope!).

MERRY CHRISTMAS