Mom wrote me a letter I got last night that made me change the way I'd been thinking.
Up until now I've been tempted to just coast along, to do what was I needed to do each day, and not really enjoy life. I can't be blamed for that attitude really cause I am once again in a place that I hate being, around people so different that I have a hard time finding stuff in common.
But on the other hand I've got less then a year in the army, doing something quite a bit of people aren't brave enough and stupid enough to do. And after this year am I going to look back on this time and feel like I've accomplished something, or that I just coasted along the entire time.
Anyways, I hope to do better now. Make some friends maybe, stop avoiding people as much, plus taking this time to learn some new things. Certainly there's a lot that I could learn here and now that wouldn't be possible in the civilian world.
Besides I'm in a position here where I can make a difference to people who no-one else seems to care about, but for some reason I can't seem to get out of my mind.
I need to step up and insert myself more if I'm to do that though. So if you pray for me, pray for that..
Anyways, thanks Mom. It's weird to me how from I can still learn so much from you and your letters. Sometimes I need to be reminded of what's truly important. Thanks for that.
PS. Mom you should be getting a External DVD player I had ordered for my computer in the mail. They only shipped to the US. so i had to mail it there, so if you could mail it to me I'd appreciate it. If you open it first you could probably mail it as used and get better shipping rate.
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I would've written too, but I'm not really one for writing big, long lettters, I do send you pictures when I can however.
PS. I'll remind her about the DVD player.
Terry
As always, your letters bring a lot of joy into my life too. So many things around here remind me of you and the good times we had, and are having, in life and being a family. Being here on earth is a neat gift- there's so much to learn and give and be a part of. Being your mom is such a special happiness for me. ILY
Hey Tim. We're (Val & I) up in the middle of the night at the office working on a brief that has to get filed and I thought I'd distract myself with other things (like a note to you). When I think of you so far away it's weird. I worry about you but I'm so proud of you too. Thanks for keeping watch over the rest of us. To me, you're still so young and we should be watching over you. Funny how you guys grow up. Anyway, did you ever get a package from here referencing my name? A girl I know at the Rodeo sends care packages to guys oversees and I gave her your address and name. Didn't know if you ever saw anything. Anyway, take care and I love you.
Denise
God bless you, Tim. I've read over your last post a few times but sort of didn't know what to say about it. Your mom is very special and always tells me things to try to make me think about others too, so I know how it is .. Isn't she wonderful? You are 2, son. Our time here is too short to not try to do something to help others and by enriching them, they'll do the same to us. Please stay safe and just do what the Lord shows you to. Love you lots..
me ;)
Tim, I miss you. I have looked over this 'letters from home' several times too, however didn't have anything to really add as a comment.. However I do want to say that I do pray for you often. You were a great kid and although you made it difficult to watch over you, you were my favorite brother. :) I look forward to the day when you return home and come to visit us or us go visit you wherever you end up 'camping out'. Love you!
Hi, Tim. Sorry I'm always such a delinquent poster. I like to read your posts. Mom does that to me too. She's got a lot of wisdom. Hehe. I have to say though, I agree with her. Make the most of whatever situation you're in. You'll never be there again. Love you and Violet sends her love. She's pretty mad at me for weaning her today. She's pulled every trick possible to try and talk me into a little nibble before nap -- saying she's all done, saying she's sorry. Ack. Little rascal. Her eyes just closed though. Phew. She needs her rest.
Hi Tim,
Justin's sister here...we're praying for you...my 5 year old put your name on bulletin board for prayers at his school.
Stay safe and come back soon.
Praying for you, Tim!
Connie
(used to live in Houston :)
Tim, I just sent u a package on Monday Oct29th. Let me know when you get it? Thanks and love you.
Yooo Hoooo!!! Where are you??? We have missed reading your posts... We miss you and love you. Did you get our package? Stay in touch Tim.
Have a wonderful day!
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