Well, it's been about two weeks since we have gotten a letter as a family. Brad did get one last week that was dated July 4th. Tom said they didn't get to participate in any of the festivities on the island that day. :( He did also say he will be stationed at Camp Pendleton in San Diego. He told Brad that he picked Pendleton because that way he will be close to LA when Brad hits the big time and will then be able to attend his red carpet premiers. I can see my two boys on the red carpet now! They are both destined for good things!
I've been kind of down for about a week now. Waiting to hear from Tom is hard! While I am glad that he is writing to his brother and friends, I do wish I would get a letter soon! Am I wrong and feeling somewhat miffed when I open Face Book to see shout outs to him daily along with "I got two letters from Tom today" and other various sappy statements? It's like rubbing salt into a wound. And then to hear shock in someone's tone when they ask, "You got a letter too?" or "I see he told you that too." I want to shout, "I'M HIS MOTHER. OF COURSE HE TOLD ME!" There I've said it. I'm not trying to be malicious or hurt anyone, but please c'mon, a little common sense here. He was mine for 18 years. My baby. My boy. Give me time to adjust to the fact that he is now his own man. I love my boy and he will always be my baby.
Just a letter. I just want a letter. Soon. Oh, and if you should get a letter from him, please feel free to share with me what he had to say. I will hang on every word; but, don't do it in a manner that is gloating or boasting because you got one and I didn't.
Tom, I pray for your safety and the safety of those in your platoon. Stay strong. I'm proud of you, bud! Love you!
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