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06-16-2010, 01:53 PM
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Re: Please keep my son in your prayers
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Originally Posted by e3fe
I retired from the USAF in '08 after 21.5 years. My oldest son is in the USAF stationed at Langley AFB, VA
The immediate challenges your son will face include; loneliness, fear, "did I make the right decision" etc. These issues along with the normal process of becoming a US Marine will change him forever. Mostly for the better! When you do get a chance to talk to him, be encouraging and let him know how proud you are of him. Let him know that you understand the amount of courage it took to take this step. Speak to him like the man he is. Not the boy who left a few weeks ago.
When you see him at Graduation, do not be surprised if he doesn't want hug you as much or, if he wants to hurry and get back to his Platoon. Part of the change in him will be the dependence he has on his fellow Marines. This is vital to his survival in general and God forbid - in combat. Do not be offended. This is normal.
Of course he may have completely different reactions than those I described. And, you're his mother....you know him better than anyone!
Overall, I think you will be very impressed with the sharp, focused, disciplined man you see.
Your son is doing an honorable thing! My prayer is for your peace and understanding, and for him to allow the Love of God to shine through him to his comrades!
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Great post!! 
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If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
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He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? Micah 6:8 KJV
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06-18-2010, 10:55 AM
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Re: Please keep my son in your prayers
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Originally Posted by Cindy
Oh, wow. Congratulations. Will be praying for y'all. Semper Fi.
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Thank you so much!
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-18-2010, 10:56 AM
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Re: Please keep my son in your prayers
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Originally Posted by Pressing-On
Praying for you all, Subby!
Our nephew is a Marine and has been in Iraq, but he's now in Africa. I am not worried because my BIL is not worried. He said that he felt peace from God that his son would come home.
My son and nephew have been best friends all of their lives. He needs to come home! They have a deal that either will be the best man in each other's weddings - someday! LOL! |
Thanks, PO, for the prayers.
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-18-2010, 10:56 AM
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Re: Please keep my son in your prayers
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Originally Posted by Lacey
God bless your son. Praying for him and you.
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Thanks. I appreciate that.
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-18-2010, 11:00 AM
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Re: Please keep my son in your prayers
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Originally Posted by pelathais
You'll probably need the prayers more than him... if that's a comfort. ????
The Marines are often tasked with the messier assignments, at least historically. With the current "cooperation" among the different services and a larger set of Special Forces it seems the load does get spread around more. But the Marines are still the Marines.
My own son is in Army Basic Training right now. Reading between the lines, I think he's having the time of his life - but he's so serious about everything. Maybe that's best. I went into his room this morning and opened the window to let the breeze blow through. Everything's all neat and lined up. It's obvious he hasn't been there in a while (LOL).
I had given him some gifts in the past year (his last year as "our kid") that I had hoped would be symbolic for him. A framed calligraphic copy of Rudyard Kipling's poem "If," a calvary sword and a brass compass. They are all lined up with his district "Bible Quizzer of the Year" and other trophies.
For some reason I've been tempted to move into his empty room and sleep there. Weird.
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Yes, I agree that I will most likely need the prayers more than my son. This is what he has wanted to do since he was 12 years old. I, on the other hand, have been hoping that he would change his mind... even up until the moment he stepped on the bus.
I totally understand what you mean about being tempted to sleep in his room.
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-18-2010, 11:00 AM
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Re: Please keep my son in your prayers
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Originally Posted by Sister Alvear
sure will be praying much for you and your son.
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Thank you, Sis. Alvear.
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-18-2010, 11:01 AM
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Re: Please keep my son in your prayers
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Originally Posted by pelathais
Thanks. Subdued's son probably has the tougher schedule ahead, being a Jarhead and all. Plus, Parris Island in June? Not my cup of tea. But they do get the chance for some sea breezes, that can be nice.
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I know!! Parris Island in June, July and August... Crazy! But if you knew my son, it makes perfect sense. Whatever would be the most difficult for him, that's what he'd choose -- on purpose.
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-18-2010, 11:03 AM
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Re: Please keep my son in your prayers
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Originally Posted by e3fe
I retired from the USAF in '08 after 21.5 years. My oldest son is in the USAF stationed at Langley AFB, VA
The immediate challenges your son will face include; loneliness, fear, "did I make the right decision" etc. These issues along with the normal process of becoming a US Marine will change him forever. Mostly for the better! When you do get a chance to talk to him, be encouraging and let him know how proud you are of him. Let him know that you understand the amount of courage it took to take this step. Speak to him like the man he is. Not the boy who left a few weeks ago.
When you see him at Graduation, do not be surprised if he doesn't want hug you as much or, if he wants to hurry and get back to his Platoon. Part of the change in him will be the dependence he has on his fellow Marines. This is vital to his survival in general and God forbid - in combat. Do not be offended. This is normal.
Of course he may have completely different reactions than those I described. And, you're his mother....you know him better than anyone!
Overall, I think you will be very impressed with the sharp, focused, disciplined man you see.
Your son is doing an honorable thing! My prayer is for your peace and understanding, and for him to allow the Love of God to shine through him to his comrades!
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Thank you so much for this post. I've read it several times (through tears). I will, indeed, be an encouragement for my son as you've suggested (rather than a mom who longs to have her little boy back).
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Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
1Pe 5:6-7 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Tit 3:2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
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06-21-2010, 01:54 PM
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Re: Please keep my son in your prayers
I forgot to mention this earlier....
You will probably get several letters from him while he is in Basic. Letter writing is encouraged by the Drill Instructors due to the lack of access to phones, email etc. And, it is an avenue to get some of the frustrations out.
You will gain a new perspective on your son.
The letters I wrote my wife when I was in Basic Training and the letters our son wrote his mom (my wife) while he was in Basic mean the world to her!
Without invading your privacy, keep us up to date as much as possible!
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