he's gone. we miss him terribly. these are pictures of the night he left, pardon my face devoid of life and color. it was a rough day.
my uncle gunther has come to stay with us while mike is gone. he's my favorite. he's got a barrel chest, one arm missing a hand, (great story i'll tell you one day) a faded dagger tattoo on the other arm and kind eyes. when i was little he used to give us jerky from the deer hunt and airplane rides. he'd grab the back of our shirts and twirl around so we felt like we were flying. anyway he's an x marine, and a few years ago he retired, bought an rv, and then, tragically, his wife died suddenly. so after cruising the country for a few years he brought his rv here to explore alaska with us. it's very comforting having my favorite uncle sleeping downstairs with his 30 aut six, and a knife in his teeth. just kidding about the knife. anyway, uncle g, thanks for coming!!
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Oh Maggie! I can't imagine how hard that would be. Wish we were closer so we could help out...you know what I'm talking about... stick all the kids with Greg and head out for a girls day! Good luck... we'll keep you in our prayers!
I have seen Uncle G in years. Man, I miss that guy!
Good luck. It stinks to have Mike gone for Christmas.
Sorry that last comment was misspelled a lot. Thanks for the pictures Maggie. You have a lovely family. I am glad that I married into a family with such amazing sisters-in-law!
for a minute i was thinking, "i never knew bill had a tat?"...glad your safe...we love you!
p to the s i never really thought we looked alike but we just had a family picture and i looked kinda like you...crazy! i hope tris won't feel left out with us being twin cousins and all.
Oh, Mags...so, so sorry Mike is gone. I heard he was heading out. How long is his deployment? How long is your uncle going to be around? Hope your Christmas is Merry!
P.S. My new books are "The Lost Symbol" by Dan Brown and "Olive Kitteridge" by Elizabeth Strout. I'll let you know what I think! :)
Mags,
We just got your Christmas card today and both Jeff and I LOL!!! We love you guys and hope that the next 6 months goes fast!!
I know how hard it is, boy do I know! And I am sorry.
you have one b-e-a-utiful family! I'll always consider myself a better person because I have you as a friend! Wonderful pictures and let Mike know we're praying for all of you.
Oh Mags! My friend's hubby just got back (he is a dentist too) and she said the time went by faster that she thought it would. Hang in there. We are thinking about you. Here are some fun books to help the time pass-okay who am I kidding-they are soo good you'll probably read them in a week:
Hunger Games and Catching Fire
Did Mike measure the kids before he left to see how much they've grown when he gets back? I think that's a cool idea. So glad you've got a visitor. I'm sure that's nice, can't wait to meet him. ;) Merry christmas! I'm up for that girls night out if you want. We could just hang out at the book store or cruise the mall. Ha ha doesn't that sound funny? Who goes to the mall anymore when Target is right next door. Love the plates by the way. Oh and as I sit here I'm wearing the cutest little scrunched up stripey scarf. Thanks, and all I gave you was a phone charger. :)
Oh Mags, we will be praying for you, the boys, and Mike. I hope you had a great Christmas and that this year goes by fast and smooth for all of you!
i am sorry, i wish i was closer so i could help to keep you busy. I promise it will go by quickly!
Hi Maggie -
I know how you feel. I remember the day Steve left very clearly...it was not my favorite day! It will fly by though. Good luck. Amber Jensen
Mags, you are superwoman! Be strong like I know you can be, yet be weak when you need to be... My prayers are with you. You have an adorable family btw!
Oh, Mags. You are the woman. I always see these news broadcasts that show a soldier returning home to his family and I'm not kidding I bawl every time. And I don't even know them! My heart goes out to you. I don't think I could survive with Quinn gone. But that is why you are the woman and I am not. Hang in there.
You are one brave family! Good luck while he's gone Mags. I'll keep you in my prayers.
You are just killing me Mags. You are a stronger woman than I am.
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