My dad left for Iraq last year and he was the one parent I felt closest to. I've been doing ok but whenever I talk to him I break down in tears. Is there any things I can do to reassure myself that everything is ok?
Thanks a bunch XOXOXOXOX
2007-01-19 13:00:42 · 5 answers · asked by um ok 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
First of all, I thank your father for serving in Iraq. Check the Internet. I have heard of sites that were created to support families of those who have been sent to Iraq. I don't recall any of the names specifically though. Ask your mom to help you find out what's available through the base your dad was stationed at, or any othe benefits your family has via your father's service in the military. Good luck, Poop Dog.
2007-01-19 13:06:50 · answer #1 · answered by Stimpy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know it's tough dealing with someone you love being there. My husband was deployed there for a year. I always looked at like even if he was home something could happen. I tried not to watch the news during the times I felt anxious because that only made it worse. I had friends that I would call when I was really feeling worried and we'd talk about anything but my husband and the war. I know it's hard not to worry and cry thinking about everything that could happen. But you don't want to give into that temptation all the time because all it'll do is cause you (and your dad) more stress. One thing you could try is set aside a time to write your dad a letter (an upbeat one!) , go mail it, and then go have a good cry. I allowed myself one time a week to do that. It gets that stress out without it consuming you. And don't worry! Your dad will be home soon and when he is I promise you will look back and think that it really didn't seem like he was gone that long! Good luck to you guys and hang in there! ;-)
2007-01-19 21:12:02 · answer #2 · answered by . 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I really feel for you...My dad was in Vietnam when i was a kid, and i'll never forget it. We would wait everyday by the mailbox for a letter and it would take so long. Everyday we feared the worst. It really sucked for us, not knowing how things were going to turn out. Finally he came home after 18 months but he wasn't the same. It took him a long time to feel comfortable at home again. Eventually he was himself again.
Of course, now communicating is much easier than it was then, so that makes it easier for you. Hang in there, and know that there are alot of other peolple in the same boat as you.
2007-01-19 21:14:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mom and stepdad are both in Iraq right now. It's tough, hon, but it gets a little easier as time goes by. You will miss them of course, but it helps to email a lot, talk on the phone, swap pictures, etc. Find a friend to talk to or even go to a counselor if you feel the need.
2007-01-19 21:09:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be strong for him... keep talking to him, sending him letters and send our best wishes for his safe return.
2007-01-19 21:05:17 · answer #5 · answered by Developing Minds 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋