Saturday, September 10, 2011

End of Day 3.

Everyday the plan changes. He's doing well, but fighting infection and since he was bumped from two flights the Army is flying me and his parents over to be with him. We could fly to Bethesda Tuesday or Friday. It's been an Army process- everything from amazing to super sucktastic. The hospital has been fantastic. Travel and Transpo aren't helpful until they have orders, and don't even think about calling them. It's not been neglectful in any way, though. I feel like a yoyo.

But people have been amazing. Some of my blog-buddies have become straight-up allies, almost from the instant the news hit. I am floored. My Army wife friends have been angels. I have never felt so much love in all my life. Total strangers (to me) are visiting my husband in Germany and updating me. They are reading notes to him the family has sent them.

I met with "my girls" for the last time tonight. I most likely won't come back here when everything is PCS'd and boxed up, which is kind of horrifying to be honest. This whole process is horrifying but it really isn't all that bad. I'm every emotion at any time. Today I've been really irritable, but I also start my period in a few days (how cruel is that?!). Martin's Point sucks a big dick for not covering my birth control in a pharmacy instead of mail order.

He's doing really well, all things considered. He's been pretty responsive. He still has a tube down his throat but does breathe on his own just fine. He lost his right leg just above the knee and his left at the knee. He will need some skin grafts on his right leg. His right arm is fractured. There are a few more injuries but that is the gist of it. I am not scared at all about us, but of course I am scared in general. Some official Army cunt told me that families only go to Germany if something really bad could happen, so of course I flipped out when they started talking to me about going. All is okay now, I guess. I'm still scared.

Your love helps more than you could possibly know. It is not trite, it is not lost, and keep doing it! My mom and sister-in-law are amazed at my "Army family". And the EOD community- damn. It's really family, whether you know the person or not. Again, floored.

I have to pack and I leave at 6am. I'll update as soon as I can.

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  1. hmbSeptember 10, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    I'll miss you so....but very glad I got to see you tonight! Can't wait for you to be able to hug his neck :) I know seeing you will help him, too. Be safe in your travels tomorrow!!

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  2. SamanthaSeptember 10, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    I hope that you have a smooth flight. How long with you all be in Germany? Please let me know if you guys need anything. I'll be back in 60 days if you're still there.... You're in my thoughts. I wish I could get back sooner so I could be of more assistance, meals... rides... ect.

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  3. ALCSeptember 11, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    Ahhh! Everything sounds like it's getting on track. hmb is right, actually seeing him will be so good for you and him. The power of having your dearest loved ones physically by your side when you are sick makes EVERYTHING better.

    Safe travels.

    Let us know if you need anything. Anything at all.

    Sending more good thoughts, prayers and lots of love!!

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  4. AmberSeptember 11, 2011 at 12:24 AM

    I've been thinking about you since I read your last blog. I hope you are by his side as soon as humanly possible. I wish there was something I could do but for now I'm just praying and sending out good vibes.

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  5. Auna R.September 11, 2011 at 12:53 AM

    Have a safe flight there, and I'm glad the Army is getting you and your in laws there as quickly as possibly. Still in my thoughts and prayers!

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  6. erikaSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:15 AM

    You've been in my thoughts the last few days, and I hope travel goes smoothly and you're doing okay.

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  7. BetteSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:18 AM

    I'm glad the Army's sending you; it will do you both a world of good to lay eyes on each other. I only wish I were able to help on this end. I'll wave as our planes pass each other over the Atlantic.

    The prayers continue.

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  8. AllieSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:29 AM

    I am keeping you, your husband and your family in my prayers. Travel safe.

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  9. LisaSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:35 AM

    Sending you lots of prayers! Safe travels, and I'm so glad you can be with him.

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  10. AshleeSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:40 AM

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  11. I'll Love You ForeverSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:42 AM

    I have been praying and thinking about you both. I am so glad you will get to be with him, travel safe!

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  12. KateSeptember 11, 2011 at 4:15 AM

    the waiting is awful, I know you will feel much better getting to see and hug him. I am glad they are doing what they can to get you two together as soon as possible. hang in there you sound like you are handling things well. You have a lot of people praying anf thinking about you

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  13. MandySeptember 11, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    I hope you have a safe flight. You all will of course remain in my thoughts in prayers. I hope your husband has a safe and speedy recovery.

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  14. AnonymousSeptember 11, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    I am so glad you will get to be by his side very soon. My thoughts are with both of you. Have a very safe flight!

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  15. AnonymousSeptember 11, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    I'm so glad that you and his parents are going to be by his side soon! I'm glad that he is doing well, and I'll pray that the infection goes away quickly. You are both in my thoughts and prayers, and again... if there is anything you need please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  16. ReneeSeptember 11, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Kat, I am so glad that you are on your way to be by your husband's side and that you will not be going alone! You will both do amazingly through this because you have such a trust and love together that has been evident in each and every post you've shared. Stay strong, my friend! Big Hugs and Love from Alabama!

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  17. AlanaSeptember 11, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    Mike and I have been thinking about you non-stop! I'm so glad you'll be together soon. I know how happy he will be to see your face, and vice versa. Keep us updated when you can! Love you!

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  18. L.September 12, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    Best wishes for safe travels! If there's anything I can do from my end--anything at all--please let me know.

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  19. AnonymousSeptember 12, 2011 at 3:16 AM

    OMG I JUST got this post (I was in training this past weekend with work). I am shooting you an email ASAP!

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  20. UnknownSeptember 12, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    Just came over to your blog from "mrs-alanas-miscellany". My heart goes out to you with your news! I'm amazed by the strength you have shown from the beginning, and you and your husband will be in my prayers!
    Safe travels!!

    Very Respectfully,
    -Jessica

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  21. loqiSeptember 12, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    I've been reading, but I don't know if I've commented before. But I just wanted you to know I'm thinking of you and your husband often, and sending you all the positive vibes I can muster. *big hugs*

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  22. JessicaSeptember 12, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    I am glad that you get to be with him. Thanks for the update. I know so many things/emotions are going through you right now, but I am thinking, praying and sending good thoughts to you and your husband. Safe travels!

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  23. John SmithSeptember 12, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    I have a friend that served in the military and she told me about a website that offers special discounts for military families. What I found surprising was that it not only offers discounts through national companies, they had local restaurants and merchants that offered great deals, some were owned by vets. They also had news, some hilarious jokes, information for people interested in joining the military and so much more! Has anyone else seen this sight and have you gone to some of the businesses listed. Please let me know. The website is: mymilitarypages.com

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  24. TiffanySeptember 12, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    From one spouse to another, *hugs*

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  25. ABWSeptember 12, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    I'm thinking about you, and hope that you are with him soon. Please let us know if you need anything!

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  26. AmandaSeptember 13, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    I'm glad they're sending you over to be with your husband. Safe travels and much love to both of you.

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  27. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    You have no idea who I am, but I've been thinking about you since your last blog post. I hope you get to be with him soon, and that he continues to improve.

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  28. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    I am so sorry about what you and your husband are going through. I did hear about it through Karen, but I honestly didn't connect that it was you... until I saw this today. If there is anything you need (not that I could help much from San Diego or Detroit) do let me know. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope for a speedy recovery for your husband.

    Take care.

    Kimmie

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  29. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    I'll be praying for him and your whole family. Safe travels. I hope seeing him again gives you renewed hope that all is going to be okay eventually. Lots of prayers headed your way.

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  30. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Stopping by to say I'm thinking of you!

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  31. ShaylaSeptember 15, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    Just ran over from Jessica's blog (me him and the army).

    I'm so sad to hear this news, but so proud to see how strong you are! You can do this, by the way you write I can tell you are a brave, strong, independent woman that truly loves and adores her husband and is going to do an amazing job at helping him through his recovery process.

    My best wishes and prayers are with you!


    Us military wives have to stick together! Keep us updated but don't feel guilty if you don't have time to blog. . .just know that when you are back we WILL BE HERE!!!!

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