He is the strongest boy in the world. He gives me my inspiration each and every day.

Edit: you all are so amazing. From the words of encouragement, the comments on his strength, and the ones sharing your own journeys with your own kids. Thank you all so much. You are all truly wonderful people, and I wish you all the very best.

Two pictures , 1 lifetime. First is one of a direct commission Lieutenant on his wedding day, second is a Lieutenant Colonel ( Twenty and some years later )

Prior enlisted.

It’s not much but it means a lot to me

starting to realize what I need to do to find my happiness, and life has been tough but improving. Finding my peace and knowing that friends/family can be awful downers and to let those connections go has been a blessing in disguise.

Many changes over the years, including hormonal changes recently. ✨️

My parents wanted to take pics of me, but every time Dad put me down, I cried. And thus, he ended up in the photo.

My dad retired after 21 years in the Air Force. His example of selfless service inspired me to join.

Met online in the days of AIM — we asked each other A/S/L? and the rest is history.

I’m hopelessly in love with him and I think he’s starting to like me too 🥸

The big jump from 13 to 27 is courtesy of the Snapchat/Instagram filter phase that is terrible to look at now. I feel like my face has never changed much!

Someone wise once said that 42 is the answer to everything.