I don't think there will be a time in a parent's life that they won't worry and fret over their children no matter how old, or married, or Marine Corps they get. My baby boy (yes, I know he is almost 22, married, and a Marine), but forever he will be my baby boy. Ok, so anyway, at some point yesterday (May 11th) he developed symptoms of Hypothermia and the beginnings of frost bite. My precious "bonus son", Seth, cuddled up with him to keep him warm until they could get him medical attention. I can never repay him for that act of kindness and loyalty.
Katie has been so strong. Probably better than me. Like a big baby I cried all day today and even now at 8:30 PM I'm still freaking crying. Ugh! I don't think that will ever change as long as I live and breathe.
I pray and I know there are many others praying that Chad will make a full recovery and be back to 100% in no time. Right now he has bronchitis and apparently having blood pressure issues (but not sure what that is yet), dehydrated, and not keeping food down right now. He is tired and weak and more than anything I'm sure he is wanting to be in his bed and with his wife. He will be there in less than 10 days and it can't get here fast enough.
I know this training is necessary and I am sure the Marine Corps knows what they are doing (let's face it, they've done this for many many years), but as a mom (and I am sure a wife), it is really hard to understand the reasoning behind some of the stuff they put these (face it, they are our babies) through. I know they will be stronger and able to handle any situation, but part of me has to believe they could do that anyway or would they even be a Marine anyway?
Well, I just had to get some of that off my chest so I could take a break from crying. I love my baby boy and I just want to know he is ok and will be 100% by this time tomorrow. I love you LCPL Wade, Chad Stafford! You are not only my son, my heart, but also my hero!
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