I Will Not Cry......

**JustJoy** · 10-05-2007, 05:10 PM

or scream. I just got off the phone with my ex who had just gotten off the phone with our son. And here is what he told me.......

JOSH HAS RE-ENLISTED FOR ANOTHER 4 YEARS!!!!

His 4 years are almost up....I've even started counting the months until he comes home....which would have been March 08. I'm just numb.

**carlitasway** · 10-05-2007, 05:19 PM

I'm so sorry

**gentledenny** · 10-05-2007, 05:37 PM

I am sorry you will not get to see your son as soon as you could. However, I assume he recognized some of the good that the military has to offer a young man and family. I pray he stays safe and enjoys his reenlistment and keeps his mom informed and visits often.

**Missy** · 10-05-2007, 05:43 PM

I am sorry for your mommy heart. You must be pretty upset.

I want you to know though, that I value your son's service to our country and the people who's lives he will change by serving in the military. Thank you.

**baxjul** · 10-05-2007, 05:46 PM

I'm sorry for you.

I'm happy for him, if that is what he wants to do.

**leezza** · 10-05-2007, 06:44 PM

Joy,

First off can I say, "You raised one heck of a man there", I am proud for you. And I thank you and your family for your service to this country.

I am sorry that you got this news via the ex though, I am guessing that your son was a little scared to talk to you. (big warrior a little scared of his mother : ) he didn't want to hear you cry would by my guess.

Please take care of yourself!
Warm Regards,
leezza

**freerangers** · 10-05-2007, 07:39 PM

I'm chiming in here to add my hugs for your mama's heart AND my thanks to your soldier son and, through him, your family's service.

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**guest002** · 10-05-2007, 08:46 PM

Thank him for his service from us...

I'm sorry you are unhappy with his decision.

**Droppedonmyhead** · 10-05-2007, 09:41 PM

It's kind of like a double edge sword. He's your baby and you want him home . . .and yet it's men and women like him who are dedicated in serving our country. I know you are VERY proud of him!

**Jaded** · 10-05-2007, 10:30 PM

Oh no! I'm so sorry. Those recruitment guys can be so sneaky and convincing.

**ravenmaniac** · 10-05-2007, 10:54 PM

I'm sorry you are so upset and my heart goes out to you. I can't imagine the worry you must be filled with. I do applaud your son for his maturity and bavery. It is a very big sacrifice, for both parents and their children, when your child decides to dedicate himself or herself to our country.

**JustJoy** · 10-06-2007, 10:10 AM

Thank you all so much for your replies. I'm doing better today. I was pretty much just in shock yesterday. I realize I was just being selfish. Josh is an adult and very capable of making his own decisions. And after weighing all the pros & cons....I do believe he made the right decision for him and his wife (they've been married for a year and a half). I figure I've done this military mom thing for almost 4 years....what's 4 more, right?

**Mom23boys** · 10-06-2007, 07:01 PM

Joy, my heart aches for you because I know how it feels to have your son in the military and away from home. I am always a nervous wreck because you just never know where they will go next or what they will be doing.

I am also very proud of your son for the service he is providing to his country. You did a great job, mom!!