Decisions

So, I'm completely new to blogging (well beyond Myspace blogging). But, with the plethora of emotions running through my life right now, I feel it is essential for my sanity to let this out...one way or another.
October of last year (2008) my husband and I were like many Americans...busting tail and doing everything in our power to make our bills and still find time for happiness and family. Well, we weren't exactly succeeding. He had been laid off twice, I was working 40+ hours a week while going to school full time...and our son was suffering because we were always tired. Something had to give. Finally, we sat down at our table and decided it was time for things to change. We spoke about our alternatives. I didn't really have much to contribute as far as options, for I am still in college. My husband, on the other hand, already has his B.A. and has done four years of service in the United States Navy. So, we decided to speak with recruiters to see what the options were. The Army contacted us first, and this is where our journey began...