Military Spouse Tag

I have never tried one of these before but figured it might be fun.  It's a good prep for Veteran's Day this Friday.  So, I answer the questions I found on another Army wife's blog and if you're a Military Spouse you answer them on yours.  Enjoy!!

1) How did you and your spouse meet?
Sarge and I met in high school through mutual friends, though we were definitely NOT friends at the time.  We ran into each other more than 10 years later as I walking home from a blind date and he was on patrol in the town.  We stood and talked in the street, started texting and talking more often and the rest was history.

2) How old were you when you two met?
I think I was about 14 at the time he would have been around 16.

3) How long have you been together?
We've been together now just over 2 years.

4) Where are you and your spouse originally from?
We are originally (and still in) Rockland County, NY.  We were actually born in the same hospital and went to the same schools growing up.

5) How did you feel about him joining the military?

Sarge was in the military when we started dating so I don't really know what our lives would be like without it.  I'm proud of what he does though I miss him every day he's gone.

6) Where did your spouse go to Basic Training?
Fort Leonard Wood, MO

7) Has your spouse ever been deployed?

Yes, 3 times.  Iraq and Afghanistan


Ever been to his promotion ceremony?
Nope

9) How long have you been a military wife?
Since April 2011.  7 months!

10) Did you marry him before or after he joined?
Long after, almost 8 years.

11) How did your husband propose?
Sitting on the couch in our living room.

12) Where did you get married?
Nyack, NY

13) How old were you two when you got married?
32 and 33

14) Did he wear his uniform on his wedding day?
Yes....and he looked so great!

15) Where are you and your spouse currently stationed?
Sarge is in Afghanistan, I'm home in NY.

16) Do you live on base?
No

17) How long were you married when you had to go through your first separation?
3 months

18) What is your favorite base so far?
N/A

19) Do you think your spouse looks good in his uniform?
Hells yeah!

20) Do you think military life is more advanced than civilian life?
I don't think I understand this question...

21) Do you like the benefits you receive as a military dependent?
Yes, I broke my foot shortly after Anthony left for training and it was nice to have a secondary insurance.

22) Do you have a lot of military wife friends?
Just a couple, wives of other soldiers in Sarge's unit

23) What is the hardest part of the military life?


Right now I think it's the separation.

24) Do you own military wife stuff?
A t-shirt and lanyard for my keys.  They were laid out for me when I was packing up to leave for my parents the night before our wedding.

25) Do you support your spouse as a member of the military?
I do my best to do this, I'm sure some days I'm better than others.  Right now it's sending packages and being home for Skype calls which is good for both of us.

IF YOU’RE A MILITARY SPOUSE, TAG YOU’RE IT.

Bittersweet Weekend

Monday morning and I'm getting ready to start laundry and some cleaning up around the condo.  It's was the busiest weekend we've had in a while and I was reminded again of what great family and friends we have.   We didn't stop from Friday through last night at midnight but it was worth every crazy minute.

We had dinner with new friends on Friday night.  Sarge met the husband in a class he's taking for work on firearms instruction.  The two guys were scary in how similar they are and I enjoyed the dinner a lot.  I think this will be a good match, it can be tough to find good couples friends, especially ones who understand shift work, husbands who carry guns and how to keep a sense of humor about all of it.  I really enjoyed dinner and there was a lot of laughing!

Saturday we went to pick up Sarge's nephew and then met up with friends at a nearby .  We had a blast playing mini golf, laser tag and driving go-karts.  We have known some of these people since high school (Sarge more than me) and it was great to see how these friendships have continued into adulthood.  I know I'll be included in stuff even when Sarge is away and that's invaluable.  I have learned in the last 2 years that I don't really LIKE to go to events by myself but that it's way better than sitting home alone!


Okay, so my family is awesome.  I know that I am biased but they really are great.  My parents and sisters threw a going away party for Sarge last night.  The food was outstanding as always (my family loves food) and my entire local family was there.  They kept the day upbeat instead of mopey and really got into the spirit.  My sisters bought all camouflage decorations and even the dessert was red, white and blue had candles shaped like tanks and Army stars. They are too cute!  My family then gave Sarge a portable DVD player and season 1 of The Walking Dead to take with him.  He loves that show and just about anything involving zombies.  My family really loves him and supports his service.  I only wish I had remembered to bring my camera...I have NO pics from yesterday!

I had a mini-breakdown last night; I realized that all the parties and get togethers are saying goodbye.  I have to work to keep from crying constantly, it's no good for me or for Sarge.  I am making a huge effort to stay positive and not be a wreck.  I know this is part of being an army wife, some days are just better than others...