Young Love

Kristopher is graduating soon and not long after, we'll be moving! Even though we've been married for 11 months, he's been gone for almost all of it. So we haven't gotten the chance to live together yet and we're both extremely excited about it!

I've been anticipating his return for so long that it's almost surreal that it's finally almost over! It's been a long, hard journey that I wouldn't have wanted to share with anyone else. I love him dearly and this experience has shown me just how strong our love is. Military relationships are not for the faint-hearted. They are tough, demanding and emotionally draining. But because we loved each other so much, we were able to get through it. We both knew that we were doing this for us and in the long run, this separation would pay off.

We may be young but our love is just as strong as anyone else's, if not more. Through this experience, we've faced many hardships that most couples will never have to. And even though I've felt a bit broken since he's been gone, our love is stronger than ever. He was worth every single second that we were apart. He gets to live his dream and I get to stand by his side, as his wife, and support him as he risks his life for our country. I never knew how strong love could be until I met him and I realize just how lucky we are to have each other.

-Chelsea

Feeling Thankful

Of course, you guys all know that Thanksgiving is upon us! It's just three days away and I'm so ready for everything, and by everything, I mean yummy food!

But Thanksgiving is always a reflective time, when people really sit down and think about what it is in life that they're grateful for. And as a person who follows quite a few blogs, I've been seeing a lot of new posts about it. So, in the Thanksgiving/blogging spirit, I figured that I'd do one myself!

What am I thankful for? 

1. My family- Of course, right? I love them to pieces and I'm very thankful for the blessed life that I've had with them. I'm also thankful that Kristopher is now officially a part of my family.

2. My health- When teams of doctors tell you that you'll be sick for the rest of your life and then a medical miracle happens, which results in you getting your health back, you learn to really appreciate your health.

3. Coffee- I seriously don't know how I'd function in life without this stuff.

4. Disney trips- They help me forget about how lonely I feel while Kristopher is away and allow me to create lasting memories with my family before I move. I'm also pretty thankful for the smiles that they leave on my face every single time I go.

5. Blogger- I am so grateful that I get to share my thoughts and experiences with the world via Blogger. And it's free, which I LOVE! Blogging is my new favorite hobby!

6. Books- There is nothing like curling up with a good book, some coffee and some imagination. It's my favorite relaxation technique. I'm also thankful that I get to write my own books.

7. Army life- Although it's the hardest thing that I've ever had to go through, I am so thankful that I'm an army wife. And I'm so grateful that one day I'll be able to be a part of the wonderful adventure that is army life.

I am thankful for everything in my life but if I listed it all, I'd be here all day!

What are you all thankful for?

-Chelsea