Military Wives with Children

Hi S.!

Not sure where you're located and I still haven't figured out how "local" this board is. I'm in Mooresville, NC.

My husband was in the Active Navy for 9 years (got out in 2001) and is still in the Reserves. We didn't have kids at the time but I have been through 2 Iraq deployments, one as a girlfriend and one as a wife.

I can't even begin to imagine how tough this is with a child. Heck, the 2.5 year old we've got now drives me insane each day. No clue how I'd be able to survive what you're going through.

I understand that some days all you need is someone to help take your mind off the situation, share your fears, or listen to you complain. I also get that most of the time that person can't be a family member (don't want to scare them or upset them) or a co-worker who hasn't been there. Especially since you're living with his parents, I bet you spend a lot of time and effort trying to pretend that everything is going great and that you're not scared for him (and a little angry at him too).

If you're in my area, let me know and we can grab lunch or a drink.

Hey, Im a Coastie wife, mom to a 4yr old boy and full time college student, currently stationed in Charleston,SC but my inlaws live in Staunton, VA and we go there on a regular basis and I too will move in with them if hubby ends up being gone for long periods of time (we are scheduled to move again in 08). Your lucky to have family around though. This is my first place where I am away from mine (2o hours) and fairly far from his too (8 hours). If it werent for hubby being on loan, I would be totally alone here.
Anyhow I hope yall had a wonderful thanksgiving!

I'm not a military wife and my daughter will be 3 in February. But I'm always willing to make new Mommy-friends. I'm in Raleigh. Where are you located?

Hi S., my name is L. and I have 2kids 14 girl and 9 boy. we are also a military family. my husband is in the Active duty National Guard. he was deployed for a year in 2002-2003 to Cuba. he will be getting ready to deploy again in May of 2007. I agree our job as wife is the toughest job!! feel free to email me anytime you need to talk. L.

S.,

I am the wife of a contractor over seas. We have 4 children total (two boys from my first marriage and two gilrs from his first marriage). He will not be home until sometime February. He was suppose to be home this month or early December but plans changed. Its hard sometimes. I hope you and your family had a happy thanksgiving.

Hi S.,

I'm a navy wife. My husband is deploying shortly after the holidays. I have a 5 month old little boy. I definately rely on the support of my family during the long separations. Currently we are living in Portsmouth. So if that's close to you I'd love to meet. Take care and have a good holiday season.

I am a Navy wife and live in the Virginia Beach Area. My husband is currently in port, but I know how hard it is when they are gone. My son was born while my husband was on deployment. I have a 2 year old daughter and a 8 month old son.

Hey. I'm a military wife with a 6 week old daughter. I live on Parris Island.

Hi there I am an army wife, I have 5 children I realize what you are going through. I have to come to realize my husband does not live here ha ha he just visits. I will surely have you in my prayers.. If you ever need to talk I am only and email away. I am located in Fayetteville NC and I am 29 years old.. so if you are anywhere near here let me know.. Take care

Hi S.,

I am a Navy wife with a 5 month old baby girl, my husband is on his shore duty and is stationed on Fort Story. Currently I am a SAHM, but I am looking for work. I am also a full time student. If you are near the VA Beach area then I would love to meet. Hope you had a nice Thanksgiving! Happy Holidays!

~A.~

Hi S.,

Firs of all HOORAH!! I'm sure you hear this alot. Congratulations on your baby girl. I don't know where your In-laws live, but I have been in the military since 1986. I am in the National Guard now finishing up my career. I have been both a soldier and a dependant wife. So I can relate with you. I too have lived with my in-laws when my husband was sent to Honduras. Anyway, I live in Concord, NC. If you are near this I would love to have a new friend. My email is ____@____.com you are interested I would love help you in any way I can. Welcome to the military life and any questions you may have I will try to assist. Happy Holidays.

Hello S.,
My name is C. and I am also a military wife. i serperated the Air Force myself about 3 years ago and my husband has transferred branches. We are located in the Hope Mills area. Where are you located? And Yes I would love to meet other MOMS that understand each other and their situations. Not to mention kids add a big BONUS. I have a 10 month old Girl and a 4 year old son. I would love to hear from you and if interested maybe get together at some point or just converse. let me know what you might think.
Hope to hear from you soon.
C.

Hi S.!! I am a coastie wife with a 20 month old son in the Norfolk area! I am always looking to meet new people! Email me sometime!! Good Luck

Hi S.!

Wanted to pop in and say hello. My name is V., I have a 3 1/2 yr old son and due another in Jan. My husband is in the Air Force (nothing like the Marine Corps, I know......I grew up a Marine Corps brat! Still not the same as doing it from the wives point of perspective!!) and we are stationed here at Ft. Jackson. I am a SAHM. Hope this finds you and yours doing well. Hope you had a good Thanksgiving.

Hello. My name is Lacey. I'm a SAHM now, I was in the Army for 3 years, and got out in late July of this year. My husband is currently deployed to Afghanistan, and I would like to meet other mom's. I have an 8 month old girl. I live in Raeford, North Carolina.
Send me an email if you would like to talk, I'm also on Yahoo (____@____.com)