Or so they say.
But really? I would rather have to put that theory to the test. But, alas, I would also not rather be homeless and I would rather be able to put good, healthy food on our table. So, over the course of the next few months, The Chick Magnet and I and the Chicklets will have the opportunity to see if it’s really true.
We have done this before though. When we were dating and throughout our year and a half engagement, my then fiance, now fabulous hubby, and I lived several states apart. He was going to Purdue here in IN and I was in PA, 500 miles away.
However, in the nearly 11 years we have been married, we have never faced a situation quite like this one. And can I be really honest? It sucks. It just really, really sucks.
Now I am not here to throw a pity party. I am SO thankful for the opportunity we have been given. But it sure doesn’t make being separated much easier. I know it could be so much worse. My local accountability partner is a military wife who is separated for months on end from her sweet husband. I just don’t think I have her strength.
And then there’s the for real single mamas who have my utmost admiration and respect. I have no idea how they do it, day in and day out, with no break, no support, no back-up.
I have a feeling though, our family will prove this theory to be true and come out stronger in the end. In the meantime, you all lovely readers get the fortunate opportunity to listen to me whine and moan about how much I hate it. Don’t say I didn’t warn you. 
I am also giving you the opportunity to put this theory to the test yourselves. I am taking a short leave of absence from the blog, and Facebook and Twitter. The Chick Magnet has the next few days off and is at home with us and I am taking advantage of every second. I hope my absence only makes your heart grow fonder!
The Chick
*hugs* the BF is referred to on my blog as MM…military man. b/c of his role, he is not as likely to get deployed but he has volunteered in the past….sweet boy, went so the other guys/gals could come home for the holidays (ok….extra $$$ didn’t hurt but still makes even this pacifist swoon). i’ve told him i’d be a mess if he went again and that he’d need to give me a thorough support list. so i’m glad you have an already-established-fried who can help.
i knew one woman who got the suggestion to watch TV together. they just sat on the phone while watching a show…took off that awkwardness of the phone that makes you feel like everything you say needs to have more meaning and makes everyday chat harder.
I just discovered your blog through MSM. Love it!
I, too, will be testing this theory. My husband has taken a civil contracting job in Afghanistan for the next year. We’re thankful for the opportunity to save for our children, and get completely out of debt. Even though these things will be grand, I still tend to be bummed out about him leaving for an entire year. He’ll miss our son’s first birthday, as well as our daughter starting kindergarten. I’m sad for the short run, but we know it’ll be the best thing for our family in the long run.
Yay, take that time and cherish it!!!!