Well, I have been dreading this day for a year, but it has arrived. My husband, John deployed yesterday to Iraq for a year (at least). It was harder than I thought it would be. He was devastated to have to leave our daughter, Lily (20 months). And me of course- but it's harder to leave the kids, especially when they're so young. :sad0: I'm so happy that I have such a strong marriage, and we can be seperated like this, and not worry about what the other is up to ( I know alot of military couples don't have that). But, it makes me miss him more.

After I got home last night from dropping him off, all I wanted to do was gorge myself. Nothing sounded so good as to curl up on the couch with a crappy lifetime movie, some crappy, fatty food and a coke. But I didn't. Instead I wrote him an e-mail, and sipped my Water. So, I guess my first NSV? Anyway, I'm doing better today, but still missing him something awful. :thumbup1:

Thanks for listening.

-Ruby

God bless you Ruby, you did good. We are here for you.

Ruby, I know exactly how you feel as my husband, John (also) is in the Air Force, and deployments just plain suck. My John just got home September 30th from a 6.5 month deployment.

I will definitely keep you in my thoughts and prayers, and if you ever need anything, please don't hesitate to contact me.

We will be thinking of you and thanking your whole family for what you are giving.

Bill

You thank your husband for us for his service to our country. I am glad you have us.

Ruby -

You did do good considering the circumstances - be proud and yes, your first NSV I would say.

Thank you and your family for all that you are doing for America.

you know...Godiva chocolate is really good in a situation like that. Only buy one piece though.. lol.

I know...I'm bad!

Tracy

Ruby, I understand how tough this can be, but I am proud of you for having your first NSV and not turning to food. Please know that we appreciate what your husband and your entire family are doing for us and we are all here for you when you need us.

Life can be so unfair sometimes, but you beat it by not gorging yourself. . . just think how beautiful you will look when he comes back! He won't know what to do with himself! We are here for you when you need us! Bless your heart! Just remember, God gives us our cross to burden, but he will never give us more than we can handle. . . it's tough now, but it's yet another test of life no doubt.

Edited November 18, 200916 yr by thinoneday

Thank you all so much for the support. I'm constantly amazed by how wonderful all of you are. And John will be happy to know that so many people out there are rooting for him.

Once I hit 100lbs lost, I fully intend on doing a full make over. And I'm nominating myself for What Not to Wear! Haha. My plan is to knock his socks off. ;o)

Ruby, God bless you and your wonderful Hubby. I will nominate you for what not to wear! Or, at least second it. I wish all thoes shows would do military personell at least once a month. I bet the ratings would soar. It did for the extream makeover home edition when they did the wheelchair vets house.

congrats on not caving in to old habits.

take real good care of yourself and your little girl, so hubby comes home to a happy healthy family.

I appreciate you and your Husbands service to our country.

*hugs* Ruby you and your family are in my prayers. Gold Star for you for Staying strong and staying focused.*high five*

Ruby, hang in there and know that we are all here for you. You have your heart in the right place. I can't wait to see the make over pictures.

Let us know when you'll be on What Not To Wear so we can be sure and watch!

Thank you to your husband and you for serving our country! You are my hero! Congratulations on your NSV! You have been an inspiration for not giving into temptation.

Oh Ruby-

I'm sorry your husband got deployed right here at the holidays.

Please keep us updated and I will definitly watch What not to Wear when you're on it!! :huh0:)

Big hugs your way!!