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That was a day that really changed our lives.
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Yes, it was. It made it grayer and emptier, but also full of pride.
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Congratulations and thanks to your son for his service. Our youngest daughter is Army reserve, and once she gets her RN degree she wants to go full time Army. It is sad to see any of the chicks leave the nest, but wonderful in its own way, too.
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Thank you. 🙂
I agree. It is a weird mix of pride and sadness when our little birdies are able to go out on their own.
Thank you to your daughter for her service, too.
Have a blessed weekend!
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