Comments on: Leadership Training Course http://www.marilynmoll.com/2008/07/leadership-training-camp/ Homemaking Helps for Busy Moms Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:56:51 -0700 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 By: Glynn http://www.marilynmoll.com/2008/07/leadership-training-camp/comment-page-1/#comment-1427 Glynn Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:47:56 +0000 http://www.marilynmoll.com/?p=86#comment-1427 I have to second the comments by Linda above. He's growing up whether or not any of us are ready to let him! My 21yo son's best friend is heading back to Iraq this week. After hanging out with he and his family it's clear these guys are not the boys we knew just a few short years ago. They are men - given to immaturity and silly stunts at times. I used to refer to my 21yo as a man-child when he was about 17-19. My 16yo seems to appreciate when I refer to him as a man-child. It's hard to consider any 20-21yo to be a man when we know all the growing up they still need to do. As a side note, I didn't consider my 22yo husband anything but a man when I married him, though he (and I) still had a lot of growing up to do over the next decade(s). I'm so glad your family has been able to hang out together this summer. When I heard about Duane and that the kids were all coming home I was so thankful they were going to be together and at home with you. What a blessing our children are - regardless of their age. Glynn I have to second the comments by Linda above. He’s growing up whether or not any of us are ready to let him! My 21yo son’s best friend is heading back to Iraq this week. After hanging out with he and his family it’s clear these guys are not the boys we knew just a few short years ago. They are men – given to immaturity and silly stunts at times. I used to refer to my 21yo as a man-child when he was about 17-19. My 16yo seems to appreciate when I refer to him as a man-child. It’s hard to consider any 20-21yo to be a man when we know all the growing up they still need to do. As a side note, I didn’t consider my 22yo husband anything but a man when I married him, though he (and I) still had a lot of growing up to do over the next decade(s).

I’m so glad your family has been able to hang out together this summer. When I heard about Duane and that the kids were all coming home I was so thankful they were going to be together and at home with you. What a blessing our children are – regardless of their age.

Glynn

]]> By: Linda http://www.marilynmoll.com/2008/07/leadership-training-camp/comment-page-1/#comment-1423 Linda Sun, 27 Jul 2008 23:48:02 +0000 http://www.marilynmoll.com/?p=86#comment-1423 My husband and I just returned today from the LTC Family/Graduation weekend at Ft. Knox. My heart goes out to you and your family for the heart-breaking loss you suffered. The Army took very good care of the cadets and I hope when Stephen returned he knew more about himself and his internal strength and courage than most. My husband and I are struggling with our son's desire to go in the Army, but no matter our feelings, we support him and are proud of his accomplishments. While most "kids" his age were surfing the net, working and partying this summer, Stephen embarked on a difficult and challenging journey that shows the true character of the man he is becoming. Be proud. My husband and I just returned today from the LTC Family/Graduation weekend at Ft. Knox. My heart goes out to you and your family for the heart-breaking loss you suffered. The Army took very good care of the cadets and I hope when Stephen returned he knew more about himself and his internal strength and courage than most. My husband and I are struggling with our son’s desire to go in the Army, but no matter our feelings, we support him and are proud of his accomplishments. While most “kids” his age were surfing the net, working and partying this summer, Stephen embarked on a difficult and challenging journey that shows the true character of the man he is becoming. Be proud.

]]> By: Sharon http://www.marilynmoll.com/2008/07/leadership-training-camp/comment-page-1/#comment-1414 Sharon Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:15:35 +0000 http://www.marilynmoll.com/?p=86#comment-1414 I had to smile when you described him as the "boy" in the glasses. Doesn't look like a boy to me. Looks like a young man. He will probably be your "boy" forever though. My oldest son is currently in JROTC and is considering military would you mind explaining what you mean by a "contract" with ROTC? I had to smile when you described him as the “boy” in the glasses. Doesn’t look like a boy to me. Looks like a young man. He will probably be your “boy” forever though.

My oldest son is currently in JROTC and is considering military would you mind explaining what you mean by a “contract” with ROTC?

]]> By: Lynne in NC http://www.marilynmoll.com/2008/07/leadership-training-camp/comment-page-1/#comment-1409 Lynne in NC Tue, 15 Jul 2008 02:02:20 +0000 http://www.marilynmoll.com/?p=86#comment-1409 Marilyn. What a blessing that the photographs are so clear and show Stephen diligently working. It was excellent advice from your brother-in-law in choosing to wait until a later time to travel. I remember the commissioning ceremony as being more meaningful as well, (my brother is in the Air Force). I am sure you, and your girls, are very proud of him. Thanks so much for sharing. Peace, Lynne Marilyn.
What a blessing that the photographs are so clear and show Stephen diligently working. It was excellent advice from your brother-in-law in choosing to wait until a later time to travel. I remember the commissioning ceremony as being more meaningful as well, (my brother is in the Air Force). I am sure you, and your girls, are very proud of him. Thanks so much for sharing.
Peace,
Lynne

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