So I got a call at about 8 pm last night from one of my oldest friends. I had already asked her to be a BM, and kind of always knew there was a possibility she would have to back out. Since we were 5 years old we've been friends, and I can't think of a time where she didn't want to be in the Navy (an honor to her grandfather). Well when we hit college, she got into the Naval Academy, and got stationed in Mississippi after graduation. She accepted my offer to stand up with me, and neither of us really said anything about a possible deployment. Well last night she called and said she will be deployed early next year through late 2016. I am so excited for her living out her dreams and she sounded so excited to have an adventure. I just can't help but be sad that she won't be there with me.
I know that it would be selfish to be upset with her, and I assure you I am not. I just needed to vent to others going through the process that would understand. Funnies and thoughts appreciated.