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Bobalicious · Post by **Bobalicious** » February 14th, 2005, 9:34 am

I just read Kyla's intro, and I have a thought to share... please forgive me if this is inappropriate.

My husband is in the process of applying to OCS because he hopes to become an infantry officer and eventually an elite Ranger. I am catching a lot of grief from my family about his decision to do this, and about my decision to support him. After reading about Kyla's loss and everyone's reaction to it, though, I understand a little better why I must support Justin, and why I am so proud of him.

It is because the qualities that make him want to become a Ranger are the qualities that make him such a spectacular husband.

If he weren't a person who were willing to put his own safety on the line to defend others, how could I trust him with our son? If he were a coward, how could I be proud of him? Because he wants to face and conquer challenges, rather than back away from them, I know that our marriage will last through adversity.

My husband is not a Ranger, but I have great faith that one day, he will be. I will be standing beside him until that day and long after.

Ranger wives and girlfriends, I honor you. Happy Valentine's day.

-Bobbi

Rock Island Ranger · February 14th, 2005, 9:37 am

Thanks, Bobbi...a great perspective. And to your husband....have a goodun.

McD · Post by **McD** » February 14th, 2005, 9:45 am

Abell9 wrote:Thanks, Bobbi...a great perspective. And to your husband....have a goodun.

Yup! Yer a keeper!

Spartan · Post by **Spartan** » February 14th, 2005, 9:47 am

Damned Great post Bobbi. Hope you come around more often.

Mom in Texas · Post by **Mom in Texas** » February 14th, 2005, 11:05 am

Happy Valentine's Day to you Bobbi! I admire all you military wives. It is not always an easy road. Your devotion is apparent.....your husband is a lucky soldier.

blueskiesalways · Post by **blueskiesalways** » February 14th, 2005, 2:12 pm

Spartan wrote:Damned Great post Bobbi. Hope you come around more often.

Happy Valentines day Bobbie.

rgrpuck · Post by **rgrpuck** » February 14th, 2005, 4:29 pm

He is lucky man, and this is a better forum for your addition to it. thank you.

chkray · Post by **chkray** » February 14th, 2005, 4:44 pm

Bobalicious wrote: I am catching a lot of grief from my family about his decision to do this, and about my decision to support him.

Wish there there were more out there like you - and wish I'd met one, but that's another long, sad story.

Do have a question, though - why would your family be giving you grief about this? Or am I missing something obvious?

Kelly-Belly · Post by **Kelly-Belly** » February 14th, 2005, 4:45 pm

Great post, happy valentine's day to you as well.

Bobalicious · Post by **Bobalicious** » February 14th, 2005, 5:05 pm

Ranger chkray, PM answer on the way.

chkray · Post by **chkray** » February 14th, 2005, 5:58 pm

Got it, Bobbi - thanks, that's kind of what I thought. Again, welcome, and please let any of us know if we can assist in any way.

Bell · Post by **Bell** » February 14th, 2005, 6:46 pm

Excellent thoughts ma'am. I'm sorry you have to bear the burden of idiots. They'll be jealous one day. Yer good to go in my book.

RLTW
Bell

Hoover · Post by **Hoover** » February 14th, 2005, 7:27 pm

That was a great post Bobbie, your man is lucky to be with you' and with his motivation And your support, Well.....he just might make it, and I for one hope that he does! RLTW

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