I'm so sorry he had to go, Vanessa. Here's to hoping these next 8mos are the fastest of your life.
And that last photo is...wow. Brian is a sweetheart, to say the least.

We are here for you. I know it isn't the same. I know your heart is with him, as his is with you. I wish I could say more. (((hugs)))

That picture of him kissing her on the cheek is award winning! I can't imagine what you are going through right now, you are in my prayers..

I'm sorry, Vanessa! This makes me feel sad . The pictures are beautiful! Show her them everyday

thanks guys.. it still hasnt really hit yet. The worst thing was when brian got teary eyed.. lol
he isnt allowed to lose it!! Only I am!

Aww! I hope the pizza helped! Better have some cake too. That always helps!

hahah I had remorse half way through it lol

I started thinking about his homecoming and how hot i want to look. Im trying to think of it as, crap! I only have 8 months to get really hot for him and surprise him with it when he gets home.

Hey its kind of working...that and smoking..Between the two im feeling way better

Just remember you can 'talk' to us anytime. We'll be here!

I appreciate it! I disappear for months on end, come back and you guys are still the best

Aw Vanessa, Im sorry that he had to leave. I cant even begin to imagine how you must be feeling. I hate it when I have to go out of town and leave my hubby for 5 days.

How long does he have to be deployed? Im sure hope that it goes by quickly for you and Brianna. And Im sure that she wont remember the time that her daddy is gone when she gets older.

I love the picture of him kissing her on the cheek. THat needs to be sent off and blown up and framed...Hey that would be a great present for him for when he comes home.

Just remember we are all her to talk to...whenever you need it.

I hope those 8 months fly by. She will keep you busy. You have my upmost respect. I couldn't let my husband go for that long.

Oh duhhh I didnt read that close that it was for 8 months.

And Betsy, your right, there is NO way I would be able to handle letting my husband go for that long. I just dont know how military wifes do it.

Oww that is sad


I hope that the next 8 months go super fast.I know I couldnt do it,it takes a special woman to be that strong.


Your little one is just so beautiful.You can just feel how much he loves her in those pics.

Aw, Im sorry Vanessa! I am sure keeping up with Briana will keep you preoccupied! Keep your head up and know we are all here to chat, vent, cry to. ((HUGS))

aww hun that pic of him kissing her head is killing me im so sorry ive been there and it sux. my heart goes out to you and your lil one where is he gonna be stationed at?

oh vanessa, these pictures literally brought me to tears. That's so heart breaking.
We're here for you for the long haul, girl. I hope the next 8 months fly by for you and your little girl.

She's beautiful by the way!

Thank you Terra..I thought that I was the only one who cried my eyes out. Vanessa that pic of Brian kissing her cheek is the most touching pic I have ever seen.

All these men that leave their families, their children it is just heartbreaking!! That pic really captured that. We will all be here for you everyday whenever you need us. You are so strong to be able to let him go like that I give you all the credit in the world!!!

You ladies weren't the only ones who cried! I have so much respect for you Vanessa, I don't know how well I could handle that. Shane was in the Air Force after we graduated but was medically discharged, all I can think about was that could be him leaving. You should frame that picture of him kissing her cheek!

Man I re-opened it and there I go crying again

Brianna is soooo beautiful. I find that she really looks like the both of you.