We are so blessed

When I think about how much I miss hubby when he's gone and wish he were home by my side, I think about the military wives. My husband is very good about calling me every day or two. I can check the iciweb to find out about his fire, or see pictures. I know that in 14 days he'll be home and I can hug him.
The military wife may not hear from her husband for weeks or longer. She hears on the news about bombings and gunfire, but doesn't know if he was involved. She doesn't know what exact area her husband is in (very confidential information). She knows that he'll more than likely be gone 6 months to a year. She longs for the day when she can wrap her arms around his neck and hug him.
While there are some differences, we also share some similarities. Our husbands are both fighting a dangerous fight. A fire can take my husband's life like an enemy gunfire can take the soldier's. Our husband's are both underpaid for the sacrifices they give. My husband fights for our protection while her husband fights for our freedom.
While she is honored to be a Soldier's wife, I am honored to be a Wildland Firefighter's Wife. While we are different, we are the same.

As a wife, we both share something in common, our prayers are for their safety.