I believe strongly in relationships and partnerships. To me when you have a positive relationship and partnerships you have support that cares about the well being of your children and their development. I also believe when a family has a partnership with teachers or other family members the family can trust the people they have partnership with to implement the same values, morals, and positive development taught at home or school.
My husband and I have partnerships with my parents and I have a strong partnership with my husband. In September 2012 my husband and I were deployed overseas. My parents volunteer to take care of our children for a year. My husband and I took the necessary arrangement to make the transition easier from our house to my parent's house. I knew and I trust my parents would implements the same values, morals, and positive development that my husband and I believe in. There were many positive points that played a factor in the partnership/relationship that was establish. One factor was the agreement of continuing to educate my children by taking them to the childcare center my husband and I have chosen. Another factor was my children's health and other health issues. My son is allergic to certain foods, so my parents took the responsibility to make sure he didn't eat certain foods. The communication with my parents overseas about my children's activities and development was important factor too. These factors kept my partnership with my parents strong and positive.
My husband and I have a strong partnership when it come to our children and our family. Our lives can be seen as challenging because we are both in the military.We work together to balance our military life, so it won't interfere with our family life. Our main focus is to equip our children with guidance and education that will help them succeed in the future. My husband is the biggest supportive person I have in my life. He motivates and encourage me to keep succeeding in everything I do. We try to be on the same page about everything and maintain a health relationship.
Very nice photo!
ReplyDeleteFirst, thank you for serving our Country :)
Second, I love the fact that your parents are involved in rearing your children. Our generation has changed in so many ways and sometimes, "the village" isn't on standby like they were when were children. It certainly takes a village to raise a child as the African Proverb says. I commend you on making your marriage work considering the travel and distance that an assignment may cause. Often times, couples end up divorce due to lack of support and communication, but your unit is together and that's wonderful!
Ebony, that is a very nice photo you have of your family. It's great how your parents are so supportive in helping to ensure your hopes and wishes for them. Thank you and your husband for serving. My husband is also in the service (Airforce) and it takes a strong and flexible attitude and support system to make military life successful. I wish you all the best!
ReplyDeleteAloha Ebony,
ReplyDeleteI can't even imagine what it must be like being so far from loved ones. I believe that the encouragement that you spoke of is truly key. People that spend everyday with each other sometimes forget to encourage each other.
Ebony,
ReplyDeleteA big thanks to you and your husband for the service you all provide to our country! What an awesome partnership you have with your parents that they were able to step in and care for your children while you and your husband were deployed. I know how hard it must have been to leave them, but I'm sure that you had a peace of mind knowing they were being well cared for.
Ebony, I enjoying reading your post. Look like you and your husband and parents have a great relationship. I know that is probably hard for you being away from your children, they look like they are wonderful and well adjusted kids. I wish you all the best and thanks for all that you and your husband do for this country.
ReplyDeleteEbony, your post touched my heart. It is good to hear from marriages that are strong and positive. I commend you and your husband for being so supportive of one another. It will have a great affect on your children. They may not understand all that you do or the sacrifices you make on their behalf now but one day they will and that is the greatest benefit of all.
ReplyDeleteHey Ebony,
ReplyDeletereading your story is so sweet to me because relationship can be challenging especially when you have children and your away from a long period of time like you and your husbands was but, through it all stay on top of things and keep each other and that’s what a great partnership role. I am happy for you and your family.