SPRING!! Cross another season off!

Hey folks!!

I hope all is well with all of you! The past 2 weeks I have seen tiny signs of spring..FINALLY!!! The flower pots on my steps had beautiful flowers in bloom! What a pretty sneak peak of the season!

{This was from my recent trip to Myrtle Beach!}

I got to talk to Matt today! He has been at Tillman for a little bit so he hasn't had as much phone or computer time as he had hoped. Fear not, though, he called in to inform me that all is well with him. Actually, I think he says, "No news is good news." I tend to agree these days!! I love talking to the man, but I have to admit I get a little nervous inside when the phone rings!

So, it's just about 5 more weeks (or less) til he is state side for his R&R! He has had a change of plans, minorly. He wants to wait to have the big family visit until August, when he returns home for good. For now, since it's such a short period of time, he wants to keep it very simple by visiting with his mom and dad. I'm sorry if I got anyone's hopes up! However, I will more than make up for it when he returns for good!! Promise!

Thank you all for all your sweet thoughts, prayers and comments!! Matt has an amazing family! Ya, that's you!! Soo, put your hands out really wide, then wrap them around your body and squeeze!! That's a super big hug from me!! Love you all!!

One more pic from my Myrtle Beach trip:

{Thought about Matt while watching the sunrise. I wondered what he was doing that very moment! I sure do miss that guy!}

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7 Month Anniversary!

Holy macaroni, Batman!! Seven months down!! Whoo hoo!! I'm pretty sure you already know, but I'm doing a happy dance right now!!! Only 5 more to go...Just 5 more! I try to keep my mind set on the small goals...only 7 weeks/3 days until R&R!! Whoo hoo!

If you haven't already looked, check out the post below that has recent pics of Matt!! Oh, one more thing...Matt doesn't have any current needs or requests, but if you think of it, send him a card or letter in the mail!! He loves getting stuff from us, letting him know we are constantly thinking of him! Right now he is at FOB Tillman so if you need the address, send me an email and I will send it to you: tiaeharris@hotmail.com.

On a more serious note, I want to share with you all that on March 12 there was a casualty in Matt's company, but in a different platoon. I got to talk to Matt yesterday and he informed me that the platoon was on a seperate mission, it was instant and the soldier did not suffer. Matt did not know him personally, but it's always sad to hear of any loss. As we all are aware, there is a risk with putting your life on the line for your country and PFC Rodriguez did this very proudly. Please keep his family in your prayers as they grieve in their loss. Please continue to keep our soldier in your prayers as well! I pray every single day for his safe return to us!

I don't want to end on a somber note. For me, personally, these are reminders that we are not guaranteed tomorrow. It just makes me want to show Matt even more how much I love him, miss him, and appreciate his hard work and dedication to his country! I know that there is no doubt in his mind how much love and support he has from family and friends. He has you all to thank for that!

Talk to me, folks! If you have something to share, leave a comment below!

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Matt Chat and a SURPRISE!

I got to chat with Matt tonight!! I love seeing that six digit number coming in on the caller ID! I tell ya, nothing excites me more these days!

"Nothing new with him", he says. When I talk to him, he's usually not very excited about the daily grind there. Who would be though, right?! Lots of manual labor that's usually pretty grueling! I love that he takes care of me even from there! He is always asking about things around the houses and cars. I'm having some minor heat issues in my car and that mister of mine gave me the lowdown on why I should take it to the dealership to have it checked out. I love that guy!

He is so so funny!! He tells me to make sure that I'm taking care of Bella. For those of you that do not know Bella, she is a tiny chihuahua that weighs maybe 5 lbs. A CHIHUAHUA for goodness sakes!! haha But Matt absolutely adores her!! When I would visit and bring her, I would have to remind him to say hello to me first!! Ya, I'm a bit jealous! ;) He loves her to pieces!

Photo evidence:

Ok the anticipation is killling me...here's some new pics of Matt!!! SURPRISE!!

I love that this one was titled 'I miss Tia and want to Go home!' :)

Look at this focus! I love this one!

Nice form, baby!!

Matt in action!

Motorcycle that a local let him drive...having some fun! What are the chances he'll want one when he gets home?? haha

Title says '1st Squad'

I hope you all enjoyed the pictures! It's always great to see our man!!

Stay safe, Matt!! We love you!

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