Friday, July 14, 2006

Thanks

Lots of people have dropped by to leave comments in the post below thanking me for my service over here. First off, my service over here has been easy compared to my wife's service to her country taking care of an infant 24x7 by herself for 16 months. She's had the roughest job and she's the one who deserves all the praise.
Secondly, I've become a softie in my old age and got a little choked up reading all of them together. Thanks to mom, Terry & Jocie, Kim, Joel, Mickey's mom, and Kim's Anonymous Friends x 3.
I'm privileged enough to be allowed to serve this great country and reading some of those words from her citizens does my soul good.
Thanks.
Seven days and a wakeup.

5 Comments:

Blogger Trisha Oksner said...

I second the sweet words you said about Sarema's sacrifice. She has inspired so many of us new mommies with her positive attitude and impressive grasp of all things parenting.

But we are all rooting for your safe return, as well. You deserve the kudos as much as she does!

9:15 PM, July 15, 2006  
Blogger joel said...

So, what you're saying is that your wife's next round is on me?

;)

9:52 PM, July 15, 2006  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

We are looking forward to your return. You both have done a great job. What you both have been through ruins most families, but I am confident that with the strength of character that you each possess, that over the long haul, this will have been just a larger than normal bump in the road for you guys, and that any other obstacle you will face will be nothing but a thing. When you guys get done with the hugs and kisses part of your reconnect, (dont need that visual), you guys are more than welcome to come out to Bako for a few weekends to hang out at the pool and meet little Davia.

Great job guys.
The Hooves

7:33 AM, July 17, 2006  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Both of you deserve many kudos. I've been reading your blog on and off, and your tributes to Sarema are very inspiring and touching.

Welcome back, and if you ever need a baby-sitter (or dog-sitter, for that matter), remember that we are only a few miles away too.

Jen & Joe W

10:00 AM, July 17, 2006  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

We've thought about you often while you've been halfway around the world, and truly admire the sacrifices that all three of you have made in the name of freedom. You've been missed tons and we're anxious for your safe return. Thanks again, Rob & Sarema, for crossing hurdles that most could never do, and for being such a fantastic inspiration to ALL of us who are raising families. See you soon!!!

Tim & Mo

9:56 AM, July 18, 2006  

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