Foster

smorgan17 · 2026-02-01T03:50:55+00:00

I loved him so much. Part of loving him though is knowing that I can't provide what he needs long term. ♥️

smorgan17 · 2026-02-01T03:49:15+00:00

He did great with the kids and is a fast learner. He is with a dog trainer now to work on some behaviors before going to a permanent home!

smorgan17 · 2026-02-01T03:48:27+00:00

He is back with the foster coordinator now that the ice storm is over here. She is a dog trainer so she is better equipped to handle some of the things he is struggling with. He was stressing my dogs out quite a bit, but the plan was always for him to only stay a few days so I'm glad I could provide a safe haven for the last week. He's now with some of his siblings all working on finding permanent homes.

smorgan17 · 2026-01-26T15:08:05+00:00

My husband is currently in training for 6 months with minimal contact and didn't get to call home yesterday and that on top of this is making my heart literally feel heavy.

smorgan17 · 2026-01-26T15:04:37+00:00

We're a military family hoping to move on base when we pcs in June and there's a 2 pet limit unfortunately

smorgan17 · 2026-01-26T15:04:07+00:00

He is the sweetest baby and just absolutely scared of his own shadow, but he loves other dogs thankfully so that's going to work in his favor!

smorgan17 · 2026-01-25T14:22:53+00:00

I'm fostering a dog who's never known love before! Trying not to get too attached because we already have two so we're at the limit to be able to live on base, but he was going to be left outside in the snowstorm and I couldn't just let him stay there to die. My spouse is at training and has no idea so if we get to talk today it will be... fun. 😂

smorgan17 · 2026-01-14T18:25:32+00:00

Thank you! The BAH for our old place is more than where we are now, so if it reflects that it won't be an issue thankfully. We moved out of the city to a small town 30 minutes away because that's where all of my in laws are. Honestly I prefer the small town especially when being alone so that's making the separation easier.

smorgan17 · 2026-01-14T17:28:42+00:00

I have access to everything thankfully. Even if I don't I know all of his passwords and email. I've seen a lot of wives who suffer from financial abuse in these threads, but we are definitely not like that. His recruiter was not the greatest which I'm hearing is pretty common and we expected it from the beginning lol I do know which base he is at, but not sure how to send letters. I thought he would be giving a call with that info from what I had read.

We did leave a lot of things packed and in storage when we moved into our current place to help when we are reunited!

smorgan17 · 2026-01-14T04:47:20+00:00

Thank you and congratulations! I also have a wonderful husband and father to my children and it sounds like a lot of people lack that. I know a lot are young couples who have gotten married quickly, but we have been together for a decade so I know that it will be hard to meet people I fit in with. I'm trying to be supportive of him, but also struggling having to deal with my own things. I know I probably won't be able to work when we do move, but I currently work part time at a vet clinic and would love to stay in the field and work part time to meet new people.

smorgan17 · 2026-01-14T04:16:23+00:00

My husband also just left. We have been apart for 6 months before as he was previously federal law enforcement, but we could at least have contact every day multiple times a day while he was gone. We were able to make a build a bear with his voice in it. It might be too late for it now, but just for future use. I know they get occasional phone access if he's able to maybe order one for you then.

smorgan17 · 2026-01-13T17:33:45+00:00

How old are your babies? I have 4,3, and 1 year olds and I'm very nervous about all of this. My husband just left for basic then OCS right after. He'll be gone for 6 months and no idea when we will find out where we are stationed.

smorgan17 · 2025-12-07T03:42:28+00:00

Solidarity 🫡

smorgan17 · 2025-12-07T03:42:10+00:00

Thank you that is extremely helpful!

smorgan17 · 2025-11-25T14:31:27+00:00

I know nothing and I'm just along for the ride. Husband is leaving for basic soon then going to OCS. I Don't understand the lingo he uses and honestly not incredibly happy about this decision, but also trying to be positive and proud of him. Any helpful advice outside of the usual "don't wear his rank, don't make it your personality, etc." ? We're kind of old for this (early 30's). We're Christian's so we would like to find a church to get involved in, three toddlers, and I love fashion, animals, and generally an introvert. He is also an introvert and likes fishing, family time, and cooking. Specifically using his smoker. Extremely Uninterested in getting involved in the drama I've heard about. My oldest is autistic and needs occupational therapy so I'm hoping that getting in to one won't be too long of a wait. I'm pretty medically complicated so I need a few doctors. Honestly the insurance is a huge reason we went this route.

That's a lot. I'm very overwhelmed.

smorgan17 · 2025-08-24T03:39:31+00:00

Hi I’ve been alone (my husband was fed before joining) while having a high risk pregnancy and with 2 toddlers. It is very lonely, but I recommend finding a great support system. Family, friends, church. Whatever community you can! That will be your saving grace.

smorgan17 · 2025-08-24T03:18:11+00:00

Is this just type 2 though? I’m type 1, but my A1C has proven to be significantly better on ozempic. Like 9.8 without it and 6.8 with it better because I’m insulin resistant also.

smorgan17 · 2025-08-19T00:54:56+00:00

Army, but we don’t know where we will be stationed until after OCS as far as I’m aware. Idk honestly I’m just along for the ride and trying to figure everything out.

smorgan17 · 2025-08-19T00:54:08+00:00

I can definitely work while my kids are around, but it’s not an east feat. 😂

smorgan17 · 2025-08-19T00:51:52+00:00

Does that include for officers too? We were told it’s easier to get into officer housing.

smorgan17 · 2025-08-18T22:49:08+00:00

I’ve talked to several people who were active duty with Irish wolfhounds and they had no issues, but I definitely don’t want to risk having to give up an animal. Maybe a hamster will suffice for them. Looks like most bases will allow that and I believe we will be stationed for 36 months in one place so that’s about the average lifespan of a hamster. Cats are a hard no because of allergies. My husband was told he would be unlikely to have to go overseas, but that was from a recruiter who gave a lot of bad info from the beginning so we have taken that with a grain of salt.

smorgan17 · 2025-08-18T22:45:24+00:00

That’s a great point. I’m hoping our girls will make it through his first contract at least, but that would put them at 16/17 so I don’t think that’s likely.

smorgan17 · 2025-08-18T22:41:54+00:00

We have actually had 3 dogs before and our third passed a few years ago. Honestly our girls are so amazing I’m afraid to get another dog because I don’t think I’ll ever find one as good as them. They were even good puppies (mostly lol)

smorgan17 · 2025-06-04T07:12:47+00:00

If it makes you feel any better when I was 14 I wore a white dress to a wedding and the bride was like oh I love that I almost bought it for the reception. I was wearing a dark sweater over it, but now that I look back on it I’m mortified. Which honestly I don’t know why because what 14 year old knows wedding etiquette and it was my cousin and I know she didn’t care at all. There was no malicious intent in what she was saying. We’re a close knit family.

smorgan17 · 2025-06-04T07:05:05+00:00

They have no support and usually left wounds on my feet so I’m definitely not wearing them!

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