Change of Season

I think that the change from summer to fall is my most favorite time!  I love that brisk but fresh air that arrives that just makes me feel better and kinda healthier :-) !  When I drive around I enjoy seeing the colors change on the leaves..oh how I love that!!  I guess I don't know how to put it into words how this season makes me feel.  A couple of words I guess I can describe it is peaceful and loved.

I am so grateful for this turning of fall right now, it came at a perfect time in my life.  It always seems to.  Big T was born around this time, October 10th, and he was the most amazing blessing I have ever had.  And now it comes again for me as support to Coach's departure.  Driving home from Missoula I saw the evidence of the change everywhere and even though I was sad, the sight brought me peace!

Coach walked to his plane at 6:40 am on Monday morning.  That was the first time the reality of the situation really hit.  Every time I picture that image of him all dressed up carrying his M4 I get teary eyed.  I love that Man so much and I know that I didn't tell him enough and probably didn't show him enough.  He is the most hardworking guy I know and really sticks by his morals and principles.  I should have know he was going to be a soldier because in his heart he already was.  He fights for freedom and safety and for what's right.  He can do what needs to be done even though it will be hard emotionally and physically.  He is truly always loyal.  He is the Infantry.

So here Coach and I go starting the new season out on different paths, experiencing different challenges, and yet heading to the same end result.  I will miss his company greatly, but I know that this season will end soon and with the end and change of every season usually brings something great and rewarding.  A new growth will have been developed!