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{Andrew’s Last Visit}

October 4, 2007

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My Army boy Andrew flies home tonight to have one last weekend with us.
He has a Columbus Day break and will be deloying to Iraq for 18 months between October 17-22. I know that we will not see him much as he will be busy saying good-bye to his friends also. We have planned an open house on Sunday with about 30 people coming.

Next week I have taken time off work, and my husband and our boxer Hailey will be driving down to Georgia (1,000 miles ONE WAY) to meet Andrew’s platoon and the company he will be with for the next 18 months. I cannot say I am looking forward to this trip – but need this from a Mom’s perspective and to give him that last hug.
Andrew is in the process of receiving 9 different shots some of which he might not be able to be around other people – my hope is to make it down to his base before that happens. Yucky things they must be exposed and protected from.

For those that have asked, Andrew is trained in infantry, also as a para-trooper and has Urban/Desert Assault special training. His company would clear out cities that have been bombed or are going through crisis among the other horrible things.

I want to thank everyone for their continued love and support. The next few weeks are going to be the toughest – but then the next 18 months are going to be a nightmare. All I can do is tie a knot in my faith and hold on! I am praying for peace among all our soldiers.

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I am a dabbler. I love to create using all sorts of mediums...pattern papers, stamping, fabric, assemblage, collage, altered art, a never ending smattering of whatever strikes my fancy in whimsical moments. I find creating allows my soul to be fulfilled and love to spend hours in the studio.

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  1. Julie

    October 4, 2007 at 9:23 am

    God speed, Nancy. I can't even begin to imagine your feelings.

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  2. Tracy

    October 4, 2007 at 9:33 am

    i will keep your army boy in my prayers Miss N.

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  3. Mimi

    October 4, 2007 at 10:06 am

    Lord have Mercy. Hug him hard and know he's in my prayers.

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  4. reflections:0)

    October 4, 2007 at 10:10 am

    Nancy~ My heart is with you at this time… My little brother was over there for a while as well (he really liked it and wants to go back), then off to Turkey he went… And now he is in Holland…

    He is another MI. boy…. Was born a raised there in MI. around the Irons area…

    {{{HUGZ}}} to you all…

    reflections:0)

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  5. Andi (RrlScrapGal)

    October 4, 2007 at 10:29 am

    Nancy,
    What a wonderful picture of Andrew… God Speed to you and Andrew… I hope this is the fastest 18 months in history…
    I only have 1 son, his is 8…I cry when he has the flu! My heart goes out to you, as well as my respect for your sacrifice..
    Thank you so much for what your family is giving up so that we may live with the freedoms we have in this beautiful country…

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  6. Jennifer

    October 4, 2007 at 4:37 pm

    Nancy, you and especially Andrew and all of our troops are in my thoughts and prayers. I know exactly how you are feeling right now as only a mother can know. I'm sending you a virtual hug and love. This weekend will be emotional. Laugh lots. Hug lots.

    God Speed!

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  7. Louise (KardKrazy)

    October 4, 2007 at 5:38 pm

    Nancy, I will definitely hold Andrew up in prayer until I read here that he is safely home. God bless you all…..

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  8. Suzan Buckner

    October 4, 2007 at 7:55 pm

    What a handsome, brave young man that you have Nancy! I will keep him in my prayers nightly. Hugs! Suzan

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  9. Lisa Renéa

    October 5, 2007 at 8:01 am

    Nancy, I won't go writing a novel, here. You already how I feel. Hugs and prayers to all of you. I'll be thinking of ya'll.

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  10. Mary-Beth

    October 5, 2007 at 2:51 pm

    Nancy, my heart goes out to you and my prayers for Andrew! You are both incredibly brave.

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  11. lindaharre

    October 5, 2007 at 5:46 pm

    There is nothing harder than saying good-bye to our children….no matter where their journey is taking them! Oh my, this one will REALLY be hard!!!! You are in my thoughts and both of you are in my prayers….hugs, Linda

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  12. Chris

    October 6, 2007 at 1:56 am

    That great feeling of love you hold in your heart for Andrew, and his for you…will carry you through the difficult times Nancy. Wishing him a safe happy return to you and that the days and months go speedily for you all. ((hugs))

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  13. Cora

    October 7, 2007 at 4:54 pm

    Oh Nancy I am sending you lots of love and good vibes. This must be so hard for you. Thank Andrew for protecting our country. He is in my prayers.

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  14. Anonymous

    October 7, 2007 at 8:04 pm

    Oh Nancy, please know that I am praying for you and your Son. All of our troops. They give us so much, and I feel like I give them so little. They have my upmost love and respect. Give him a great big "2Peas" Hug from all of us. Glinda

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  15. kathywas

    October 8, 2007 at 12:47 pm

    Such a lovely son. I know that the time is drawing near before he leaves for Iraq. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family for his safe return home. We are proud of him and wish him the best.

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