three years ago.

In June 2008 my husband raised his right hand and said,

"I, Kiely Michael Patrick Meade, so solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and that I will obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over me, according to regulations and the Uniform Code of Military Justice. So help me God"

I hugged and kissed him goodbye and wished him good luck in basic training.

He graduated and become Airman Meade.

Everything was an adventure from then on. We found out that because his tech school was so lengthy that the Air Force was paying for Tyler and I to move to Biloxi to be with him during that time. I couldn't have been more excited! We found a cute little two bedroom apartment on the beach and moved into our first 'Air force home.'

(First night)

After 7 months he was 1 of only 3 to finish school without being washed back.

Very proud moment!

Then we moved to Germany where I sit now writing this.

Today, August 1st 2011, my husband is raising his right hand again and

swearing to serve and honor our country for another 5 years. Although

it brings sadness to my heart to not be there with him, I am also

overwhelmed with joy. I am so happy with how things have turned out

in our life- most of it not possible without the military. Sure, we've had

our share of bumps along the way but who doesn't? I know some people

never wish to live the life I do- constantly moving, living in foreign

countries, far from family- but I wouldn't change a thing and feel

forever grateful for everything. When my husband puts on his

uniform I look at the big picture and always just feel proud.

So very proud. Thank you Kyle for making me a proud wife.

I love you.