If I wasn't a Military Spouse

I saw this on another military spouse blog, and figured I'd blog my own list. It would have been likely for me to walk away from my now husband back when I first met him, because I didn't want the military life. So I'll start off by saying that...

If I wasn't a MS(Military Spouse) I would have missed out on having a superb husband such as mine. While his job takes him away more than I would like, he comes home and jumps in as if he never left. He also does his best to be involved as much as possible while he is away. He is a great father to his kids. He supports me in anything that I want to do. He strives to make sure his family is completely happy, even while he is away. Having someone like him makes this life easier, I'm not sure I could deal with the military life with just anyone.

If I wasn't a MS, I probably wouldn't be a SAHM. Moving every 1-3 years, such as we have, definitely makes it a challenge to maintain a job. Also, being able to spend time with my husband while he is home and not have to worry about going to work, is a plus. Being a SAHM allows us more time as a family, since so much of that time is taken away.

If I wasn't a MS, I probably wouldn't have 2 kids. I never wanted any kids before I met my husband, but after I met him, I could see us having them.

If I wasn't a MS, I'd probably be self absorbed into a job. When I met my husband, I didn't want to be in a relationship. I just wanted to enjoy life. I didn't want to be dependent or involved with anyone.

If I wasn't a MS, I wouldn't have moved to the places or have seen the places I have seen. I definitely wouldn't be moving to England this year. I feel like I have grown from the different places I have been.

If I wasn't a MS, I wouldn't have friends all over the world. It's amazing to say I have friends in Japan, Australia, California, Hawaii, England, etc. It's crazy.

If I wasn't a MS, I may be called a 'military dependent' but I am more independent than I was years ago. Dealing with the military life will make you that way. I have dealt with situations, that I never would have thought I could have handled years ago.

If I wasn't a MS, I wouldn't be the person I am today. I have grown to accept this way of life, and I honestly don't know life any other way. I can't imagine it any other way. I think my husband and I have a stronger love because of the Navy. Distance makes the heart grow fonder(sometimes it doesn't, but in our case it does), and it really makes us appreciate what we have with each other.