Move Out!

[Terra]

Well, to anyone who is concerned, I got word today that I am most likly being mobilized. This is due mostly to hurricane Katrina and her widespread devistation. I haven't gotten final word yet but if I do i'll be leaving this friday or saturday at the latest. If I do I want all of you to know that I truly am thankful for all your support and encouragment. I'll try to get word out before I leave if that is the case, but it might be 2 months before I can post again at the earliest. Again, thank you for the care you have shown me.

"Danm the torpedos and full spead ahead!" -Admiral Farrguet

[stephanie_craxford]

Hey there Sailorgurl.

I think that it's safe to say that we are all concerned, for you, and for those who find themselves in this tragic situation.  I know that from where I'm sitting there isn't much that I can do, but be sure that my hopes and prayers are with you and everyone involved. 

I hope and wish you you have a safe journey and a safe return.  Just remember you will be in our thoughts, and that there will always be a place for you here.

Godspeed,

Steph

[Kimberly]

Be very careful Sailorgurl, we wish you the best!

[beth]

thanks for being there to help people in need Sailorgurl,

                 we are all so fortunate that there are those like you who serve our country. be a very careful girl as much as possible and return as soon as you can.




beth

[Chaunte]

Sailorgurl,

My jaw hits the ground everytime I seen the images on the news and the Weather Channel.

If there was EVER a time for someone with empathy to be mobilized, now is that time.  Go with God.  Stay safe.  Post when you can.  You will certainly be in my thoughts and prayers.

Godspeed,

Chaunte

[Cassandra]

Godspeed Sailorgurl, be safe.

Cassie

[Shelley]

As an ex-firefighter (16 years) I have some understanding of what you are about to go through. Be guided by your training and do not be lead by those who push their training aside.

Goodluck and look after yourself as you can only help others while you are still in good health yourself.

Thinking of you Shelley

[Terra]

Well, still haven't beed deployed, but still have untill tomarrow night to know. On top of that I had a moment of weakness just a little awile ago. I came out to my little 14 year old brother. So now I've dumped alot of my burdon on his sholders, and I feel really guilty about it.

On the plus side, he seemed to take it well, I think. He had a "can't do much about it either way, but you are my brother" attitude. He really wants me to talk to my parents, but realizes that that might be to soon, still have to talk to a shrink, and that is tuesday at the earliest. He, unsuprisingly, is not to gungho about getting another sister this way, but I think he will be on my side if I come out to my parents. Though the mental image of what his face must have been at the mention of surgury cheers me up a bit. He asked what surgery I could want. My response was, "Kid, what does SEXUAL IDENTITY DISORDER suggest to you?" His response was "Oh".

:(But now I have even more on my plate, not to mention if it turns out I don't have SID. *sigh* Why does it seem I unconciously strive to make my life more difficult?...Well, what is done is done, and he did ask. I just hope this does not come back and bite me in the arse.

[stephanie_craxford]

Hello Sailorgurl,

You're right, "what is done is done" you can't take that back, just like you can't un-make a cup of coffee once it's made.  Don't go too fast too soon until you are sure that this is the way you want to go, or have to go,  as it may have consequences you can't handle or can't fix.  Young folks are pretty resilient, and a lot more open to this like this than when we were young so it may not be as bad as you think.  Just be more careful in the future, and don't make any rash decisions.  May be the thought or prospect of your pending deployment spurred  your need to come out to someone and your brother seemed like the safest one to start with. 

Personally, I would slow down a little until I've had a chance to discuss this with your therapist .  Tuesday is not that far of, be patient, don't rush, and stay in control.  You will be in a better position to decide on the course of action you should take after your therapy session, just be patient, what will be will be.

Take care,

Steph