The Knock

Air Force Wife Liz writes about "the knock."

Back in the states it was 5:26 am on Monday May 11th and I awoke to "the knock". This is what every single military wife lives in fear of. I never thought I would get the knock.

Thursday May 14th I left Shreveport with my escort Brian (fellow EOD guy who literally had just come back from Afghanistan 3 days earlier) We had to go to DC to get an emergency passport for me to get to Germany. Then Friday night we left DC and arrived in Landstuhl, Germany Saturday morning. I got to the hospital just as David was coming out of surgery.

We left Landstuhl Sunday afternoon on a C17 military aircraft and arrived back in DC Sunday night. We were taken by ambulance to Walter Reed and have been here for the past week and a half. 

Liz maintains a blog to keep family and friends updated on her husband David's condition. She also says blogging is "therapy" for her. Liz and David have a long journey ahead of them. I love the Martha Washington quote Liz has on the blog:

The greater part of our happiness depends on our disposition and not our circumstances.

Reading through Liz's blog, you get the sense that she lives that quote. If you're the praying sort, Liz and David could use your prayers, and your support.

 

Comments

[Semper Fi Wife]

I love that quote too!!
Funny thing...I was talking to the wife of a retired Marine on Friday and we were saying the same thing..
it's a decision...

Prayers, absolutely!!

[Jamie]

I have been through the exact same thing! I didn't get a knock, but a phone call! A knock would've meant MUCH worse so a phone call was alright with me. We spent a year and a half at Walter Reed! My prayers are with you and your family at this time! I know how difficult it is! If you need anything please feel free to email me and I will do what I can to make sure you have what you need!

[jen]

Keep the faith my friend! My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I went to Landstuhl Medical Center 2 different times to be by husband's side. I stayed at the Fisher House both times, as my husband recovered. The Fisher House staff was the only thing that kept my feet on the ground to keep a positive attitude. If it weren't for them, I would have been lost. The best thing you can do is be optimistic and get the support you need from your family and friends. Always ask questions and do a lot of research so you know exactly what is going on - not only to help your hubby, but to help yourself. I always tell people that I was in a whirlwind during this difficult time in my life. It the nice way to say I was in a "fog."

I recently flew to Germany and volunteered at the Fisher House in April for a week. I wanted to "give back" for all they did for my hubby and I. Know that you are not the only one who is dealing with all this stuff. It takes a long time to adjust to all the new circumstances that surround you. Just let me know if you want to chat - I've been in your shoes or heels HA HA!

[kelly]

hello my name is kelly I am an army wife my husband is deployed to Iraq for the first time.I can not imagne what you are going through but I will keep you in my prayers and think of you and your family,I hope your husband is doing well.My favorite saying is what Does not kills us only makes us stronger and that is so true. just know that there is someone always thinking of you and praying for you.