I have been a member of Aldeer a long time but have rearly ever post. This morning I'm sitting in my stand relaying in my mind the conversation I had with my stepson that I had around 3 this morning. He is 19 and in the Army. He is stationed at Fort Wainwright Fairbanks AK. This week he got sent to Fort Irwin CA. For training. He was on gaurd duty this morning and had a phone so he called me. We talked about 30 minutes and talked about things he seen and done. He was my hunting buddy, And I miss him like crazy. Before he signed up we talked and he said it was something he just had to do. What got me this morning was he told me to go hunting since I was up and get one for him. He also said he had no idea how much he misses home. How has others on here handled a child being away emotionally. Me and his mom are struggling. We are so proud of him but it's tough as anything ive had to deal with. Anyone's thoughts are appreciated.
