Tammie

This layout was made with TLC by LovingMyMilitary .Being a Marine's mom is a complex affair. There are no instructions to help her prepare. When her son joins the Corps, part of her does too. While he gets the best training, she'll be stumbling through. Her son will be pleased when he hears he'll deploy, But the news for her triggers anguish, not joy. Once his boots hit the ground in a danger zone, She'll become fixed to her e-mail and cell phone.Each day a new worry will torment her heart. Each day she will struggle to make it depart. Her faith will be tested like never before, Yet her role will beckon her to stretch and explore.She learns that Marines spend their birthdays away, For if they are on duty, then it's there they must stay. In fact, no holiday is a reason to send her boy back, So she prays for them all - from Afghanistan to Iraq.She has no idea when she'll see him again, So she learns how to occupy her days until then. It's a waste to spend time on fear and trepidation, So she digs in her heels and finds inspiration!In time this mother, who once knew not a thing Of what having a Marine in the family would bring, Will find courage and tenacity down deep inside. And in other Marine moms she'll learn to confide.Being a Marine's mom is a privilege that's rare. There is no other duty by which to compare. When her son joins the Corps, the change is forever. In due course, she'll embrace this awesome endeavor.I'm a Marine's mom, I'm proud to say. Since he left for boot camp, I've come a long way. My boy who left home is now a strong man. A Marine who will see combat in Iraq or Afghanistan.I, too, am stronger and there's one reason why: The steadfast support of my "chief ally." If your son becomes one of the proud and the few, Put your faith in God: He'll see you both through.