Introduction

Dear Husband, 

These Letters are for YOU. I don't promise that the writings will be anything special. They will, in fact, probably just be letters about what I ate, or how the dog and cat are doing.

I know "I" want to talk/write every ten minutes on what I'm doing, or new questions I have, but writing Facebook status updates or on "your wall" seem too public, and well annoying to everyone else.  Plus this is probably less "public" than Facebook, not connecting our names and your "location."    Also, as opening email after email may become annoying, I am hoping this will be a little easier for both of us.  

Additionally, I'm keeping this public, so Momssss, and Dads, and friends can check in on me, without -well- crossing a time zone. :) Another reason, is well, perhaps other "wives/spouses" may read what I write and will give me advice. 

So to you hubby, I love you. Get home Safe, and Sound. Be safe, and smart. Know you have a Home to come home to, even though that geographical location may change....You are my Everything. 

Love, Your Wifey

P.S. I chose Mrs. USAF as my name as a tribute to you. actually. My  friend Michael used to call you Mr. America's Air Force when we first started dating. I thought it fitting that as your wife, I became Mrs. America's Air Force or Mrs.USAF for short. Plus...isn't it easy to remember?

P.P.S. I still love you, and always will. 

To Everyone Else, 

Life as a military wife has not been an easy journey. In fact, it is quite a dynamic roller-coaster of emotions. Hopefully "this" account will help me handle the curves in a positive light, and allow those who care about me to  keep up in my day-to-day struggles and more importantly, record the triumphs of the next six months while my husband is deployed. 

In summary, I am currently a stay-at-home wife, preparing to buy our first home, and as aforementioned, treat my dog and cat like they are children. This is my first deployment, and as the next letter will mention...I refuse to fear deployment and intend to make this part of the journey, just another mountain to climb. 

Enjoy the ride. 

Respectfully, 

Mrs. USAF