First a recap for those not familiar. My son joined the army right out of high school in 2004. He was stationed in Texas. In October of 2006 he was deployed to Iraq for his 15 month tour of duty. He saw things over there I believe that changed him. He came home this past February and it was great to see him. When he went back to Texas we had a little falling out and were not speaking to each other much. He got out of the army in june and decided to stay in texas. We have since patched things up and I talked to him the other night. He also put his new girlfriend on the phone. When I was done talking to her, he got back on. He said that she is half mexican. I said, so? I really don't care about that kind of stuff. Who says your soul mate has to be the same race as you? Anyway the big news! They are on their way back here! They are leaving today, driving all the way. They will be staying in Delaware for a few months. He is going to go to a school in South Carolina for underwater welding.

I don't know how long it will take them to drive here, at least 3 days I would say. They are also bringing with them their new puppy. A chow/shepherd mix he named Rambo. lol Just like my Rambo who is a chow/shepherd mix! So I am a happy mama, knowing my son will be here soon and we can continue to work things out in person. I am also excited to meet his new girlfriend! If she is willing to move here for him it must be serious!

Today I will be practicing my tae kwan do form, cleaning and going to visit the inlaws. I can't wait for class tonight as hubby will be taking it! lol

Comments:

YAY! I'm soo happy for you. I hope they have a safe and fun road-trip.

Hope all goes well with son and new gf. Live if too short to be mad at anyone, especially a son. I have one son, who is so mad at everyone that we haven't seen him in over five years. I have mourned just as if he was dead. So don't let that happen to you. Love, Nena

Oh thats great, he's comming home 'and' with a new love, I sooo love happy news
I hope hubby survives the night lol, I bet he'll love it - he'll b like a ninja - a tiger prowling ready to pounce on his predator. Ok maybe he should save that for the bedroom lol. let us know how he get's off, oh damn - how he manages the class lol - you know what I mean

comment by lynnie on July 10, 2008 7:00 PM ()

oh well never mind at least he tried it. I've seen so many people give so many reasons why they shouldn't try it, but at least hubbys reason is genuine, nobody can say he didn't have the guts to give it a go. You never know, he might get back in there, maybe he was just having an off day. At least he knows what it feels like to be up there in front of the class, thats more than most people. Yes you are a super woman

reply by lynnie on July 10, 2008 7:11 PM ()

LOL, he was more like a crouching mouse. gave up half way through with a load of complaints about aches. I always knew I was super woman! and I was even yelling in class tonight when I did my kicks! Not sure if hubby will want to take any classes.

reply by elkhound on July 10, 2008 7:03 PM ()

Sounds good!! So happy to hear things are working out there Sis.

comment by texastar on July 10, 2008 6:20 PM ()

Oh yeah, that is understandable!!

reply by texastar on July 10, 2008 7:18 PM ()

I can't stay mad at him for long. he is my son after all. sometimes I would like to shake him and say, what were you thinking???

reply by elkhound on July 10, 2008 6:52 PM ()

It'll be great to have your son back home and since he's bringing his girlfriend and a puppy... the more the merrier.

comment by shesaidwhat on July 10, 2008 4:48 PM ()

thats exactly how I feel Terri! I just want him to be happy and to be find that one person he can't live without.

reply by elkhound on July 10, 2008 6:54 PM ()

This is such awesome news.I bet you can't wait to get your arms around him.Kota must be excited also.Enjoy your class tonight and show your husband what he's up against.Laurie

comment by dogsalot on July 10, 2008 3:28 PM ()

hubby gave up halfway through class. just couldn't cut it. hehehe made me feel like super woman!

reply by elkhound on July 10, 2008 6:53 PM ()

comment by lunarhunk on July 10, 2008 12:28 PM ()

I am really excited to meet his girlfriend. we have spoken on the phone but that isn't the same as in person. I am sure she is a nice girl, I just hope she is also tough enough to put my son in his place.

reply by elkhound on July 10, 2008 1:34 PM ()

A 15 month tour of duty! Yikes... that's unreal. And I thought my sister's hubby was spending an excessively long time at 9 months. That's so exciting that you'll get to see your son, and his new gf and dog soon. I hope you have a great visit!

comment by mellowdee on July 10, 2008 11:37 AM ()

I am so happy he is coming home, when he told us he was staying in texas, I was pretty crushed. I do realize he wants to spread his wings but just wish it was closer to home. and now he will be.

reply by elkhound on July 10, 2008 1:33 PM ()

That's awesome news MarbearEverything just feels right whn ur fam is aroundAnd way to go w/ the tae kwan do stuff!!

comment by starlite on July 10, 2008 11:26 AM ()

I am hoping his girlfriend is the kind who will kick his butt to keep him in line! It will be great to have him back home.

reply by elkhound on July 10, 2008 1:32 PM ()

Sounds great.Nice to hear that you patch things up.
After all he Kota bro and your son family is the word here.
Enjoy the visit.

comment by fredo on July 10, 2008 10:06 AM ()

you are so right Fredo! I always love him, there are just times I don't like him sometimes. but he is really a good 'kid'

reply by elkhound on July 10, 2008 1:31 PM ()

Great news — I'm so happy for you! Wishing them a safe trip. I know your hugs will be waiting for them when they arrive!

comment by marta on July 10, 2008 8:52 AM ()

yes indeed! I just hope he doesn't get hopelessly lost on the way here. he is not so good at directions!

reply by elkhound on July 10, 2008 8:55 AM ()

see, it's not all about the tae kwan do! YAY soldier son!!!

comment by kristilyn3 on July 10, 2008 7:14 AM ()

well I figured I better put something else here to keep people reading!

reply by elkhound on July 10, 2008 8:29 AM ()