Well, as you may have seen on facebook Robert and I have successfully completed our 19th week of this deployment. Woo Hoo! 35 weeks to go, but 2 of those weeks Robert will be on R&R.
There are a few key ingredients to a successful deployment and I thought I'd share a few.
1. A relationship with God.
Duh right?! Well it goes without saying that all my strength comes from the Lord. (Philippians 4:13) I have produced a deeper faith and a closer relationship with Christ through this deployment, not to mention a very active prayer life. However, I am human with a sinful nature and I can get derailed at times. When that happens...
2. A community.
Once again God has blessed me with numerous women who support, encourage and love me. Without them, many of whom are also missing their other half, I'd probably sit inside all day. Thank you ladies, I truly love you.
3. Healthy distractions.
Fruit and Settlers. I know it's an odd combination, but it's true. I've developed a minor addiction to both since Robert has left.
4. A theme song.
That's right, a theme song. No it doesn't blare from speakers when I enter the room, but it is always in my head and the song that can pull me out of any bad mood. I become thuroughly excited when it comes on the radio and belt it out as if no one is watching... even if they are. Stronger, by Mandisa.
so like I said, onward and upward.
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