Misfit Mama's Boys

“…many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it’s God’s purpose that prevails.” Proverbs 19:21

Happy, Merry, New Year & all that good stuff! Ha…I’ve been away far too long. I miss you guys. I pray all is well with you & yours.

Somebody told me, “A time comes in the life of every parent when not helping is the biggest help they can offer.” I’ve arrived at this point and while I am grateful, it's uncomfortable - there, I said it LOL! I mean who likes being on the sidelines? I most certainly don’t.

It has been an eventful 2021, in our household. Cory received a second, random call from the Navy. This time around, he committed (I had so many mixed emotions). He was set to leave for boot camp on May 6. Welp, just as I came to terms with that, the Navy sweetened the deal...

Two Mondays ago, Cory called me at work “just to see how my day was going”. *insert thinking emoji” If you know me, you know I asked at least three questions, rapid fire HAHA. He then cut to the chase. Cory enthusiastically and considerately told me he would be leaving in 9 days. ME: I’m sorry, WHAT!? He was offered this opportunity because he was flexible in his job choice. He earned a signing bonus for making this switch. Last Wednesday, our eldest kid flew the coop. #MomOfaFutureSailor

Let me just tell ya’ll - I cried like a baby as Cory told his dad to take me home. Unlike his brother, Cory was cool as a cucumber. I told him to outwork everyone, report all injuries/illnesses to the infirmary, pray, keep his head on swivel, and to finish what he started. I doubt he heard any of it through my tears SMH. I am elated for his excitement and the possibilities ahead for him!

Last Monday, Jr committed to Army – West Point. His alma mater, Savannah Country Day School, graciously held his signing day event in their gym today. Ya’ll guessed it, Misfit Mama cried during the announcement. I’ve been told crying is therapeutic & cleansing. You should try it!

I am grateful to God for His timing, His plan, and His protection of the children. It has been a difficult path, but my boys persevered through the pain of the process. Though the work continues, my sole job is to pray for them. I’ve been benched; gotta watch from the sidelines until they tag me in.

I want to take this opportunity to thank God, my husband, my children, and village! Thank you to our church family at JBC/Greater Grace/Armor of God, our SCDS family, & our Salisbury Prep fam.

#CheckMyFruit

#WinWithActionsNotArguments

#ArmyVsNavy