On August 12th, Kim, Jordan and I flew down to Gulfport, Mississippi. We arrived in the early afternoon, made our way to our hotel where I set about to beautifying myself for my wonderful man. Then we hit the road.
It took us about an hour to get to Camp Shelby, where Brandon had been training all summer. Along about 4:30 or so, we approached his barracks (where he sleeps). There he stood, in the blazing summer sun, all handsome: Sergeant Brandon James Anderson.
Thus began the trip. It was an amazing four and a half days we got to spend with him, playing on the beach, seeing movies, eating and laughing together. It was awesome! We were so blessed to get to spend time with him before he left. Back in May, when he initially deployed, we weren't sure if we'd see him before he left the country. It was really awesome. Woot!
One highlight of the trip was a surprise Brandon had been keeping from us. It was a yacht cruise out to an island and a sunset dinner on the way back! A very generous couple of men offered their services and boat for us and Brandon's buddy's family to go out on this cruise for free! It was about 7 hours long and was soooo amazing. These two men just wanted to thank Brandon and Bryce for what they do for our country. Isn't that awesome?!
So yeah, it was really amazing. The whole trip was awesome. The memories we made were wonderful.
Thanks to everyone who prayed for our travel and trip. It went off without a hitch!
-Sarah
3 comments:
This was truly an amazing trip...My heart is so full after spending this time with Brandon, Sarah and Jordan. I will treasure it and all the photos...some of which are amazing!
I must say though, that I don't miss the heat & humidity. It was unrelenting! Beach fun, air conditioned cars, restaurants and hotel made it bearable...and the fellowship of course.
I am deeply proud of Brandon for volunteering to serve our country. I trust the Lord with his life along with Sgt. Harcey and all the dedicated soldiers of the 849th MAC.
I am also very proud of my son Jordan who decided this week that the military life was for him. He leaves Oct. 15th, 2007 for San Diego, CA. for Recruit Training for the U.S. Marine Corps.
Deep, deep sigh.....
What more can I say except, "Thank you Jesus for my family!"
Great testimonies. So thankful this time was made available to you before Brandon left.
Love,
Dad
Hey Sarah
So glad you had such a wonderful time with your hubby. You've been on my mind a lot lately. Drop me a line sometime. Hugs, Helen
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