Hey guys - just wanted to touch back in with everyone. I'm in a total rush though as I'm crazed at work. But anyway - we went to court yesterday and I got full residential custody of the boys and joint on decision making with me having the final say. It's over and done with. The only thing left is her visitation schedule and money.

I know I should be thrilled and I am, it was a very emotional day for me. I am very sad right now for a couple of reasons. I watched the woman I grew a family with - just giveaway her kids without a fight yesterday. And while I have my kids I know for sure now that I have lost her, completely.

Can't believe this whole thing. Will post more later when I have more time. The one thing I will say is that the words Strength and Honor have meant more to me than any of you could imagine. If I could suggest anything to any of the newbies - grab onto something like that - i know Coach used the "You can handle it" motto. Find what fits for you and run with it - you'll need it more than you know.

Thanks to all of you who have stuck with me - I'll be ok and I promise you the boys will also.

Strength and Honor.


M 43
W 44
M 17
T 22
S16,12,9
Bomb 2/05/08
I served her 1/06/09
S'd 3/15/09
D'd 12/21/09



"Tough times don't last, tough people do." --My Dad to me years ago, me to my boys now.