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06-06-2006, 06:59 PM | #16 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Clover, SC
Posts: 68
| I wouldn't say you are passing your baby up. Think of all the men and women over there in Iraq fighting for what they believe in. Their families I'm sure don't feel as if they were any less important than their loved ones over there fighting for our Country. I would go only if you trusted in your heart that you can leave your baby behind with someone that would take special care of your baby during the time you had to be away. Only if you had that much trust in one person. My babies are attached to me in a special way that they aren't with anyone else. And if there is that one person out there that you know you can leave your annabelle with, then yes I would do it. Make sure you keep us posted as to what you decide. Good luck with your choice, and remember your baby will remember you and will miss you. Jessica
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06-06-2006, 07:07 PM | #17 | |
A Yorkie Touched My Heart Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: "soon to be" MO
Posts: 1,550
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We are an Army family...my husband was deployed also for a year to Iraq. He has been home now a year...and will be re-deployed in another year. We are currently living at FT Bragg NC...heading to FT Leonard Wood MO....for a two year assignment. We move June 23rd to head that way.... I know that contract jobs pay a good bit for those that go and do jobs in Iraq...They also can be very dangerous...(as you already may know) Military jobs also can be very dangerous...(the pay is tax free for soldiers that go) not a huge amount..but the pay is higher when they are deployed. But, the cost of the spouse away..and a home here in the states is expensive. I'm not sure what your job is...military or contract...but I'd base my decision on one thing... You strongly feel the need to serve in this way...and want to make a difference. I believe its a true calling. If you only do it for money...then...the dangers far outweigh the cause of being there. Its a huge sacrafice in lifestyle..and changes that have to be made. Your yorkie is something to also consider...If you have a family member that can step in...that loves your baby...then that will help. If not...you have to feel comfortable with whom you place the baby with...you need to be able to feel that your baby is safe...and being loved. With that said...and understanding your position...I want you to know...I'm not in Louisiana..but I will try and help you in some way....
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06-06-2006, 07:11 PM | #18 | |
A Yorkie Touched My Heart Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: "soon to be" MO
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You certainly feel like family to many of us here on YT... What a kind gesture you just made from your heart....
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06-07-2006, 12:01 AM | #19 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2006 Location: london and nyc
Posts: 102
| you may not want to hear this but here it goes: your life alone is worth more than $200,000 dollars, i mean leaving your yorkie is terrible, specially that long, but who are we kidding? people are dying in iraq everyday, the ones that get kidnap are mainly average joes like us, and US government will never negociate a release like the italians or the denish.... i said the money can be made later, but life is cheap out there and is not worth risking. think of your loved ones, living for a whole year with a knot in their throats. ii am sorry but i feel i had to say it, some iraqis dont give a rat's a@@ about your life, much less your yorkie. |
06-07-2006, 01:26 AM | #20 |
I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Posts: 37,147
| I wouldnt go especially since your Husband is going also
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06-07-2006, 04:23 AM | #21 | |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: wisconsin
Posts: 769
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Very well said.....Life is too precious! $200,000 is alot of money but not worth your life....base your decision not on money but on what you want to get out of life. Anyone who goes to Iraq is sort of a hero in my eyes but don't do it for the money...do it if you truly believe in the cause. I'm sure there are many YT'ers who would love to take in your little fur baby...(myself included) You already had a wonderful offer from Chatties mom. Hopefully you have some time to think this over. Good luck in whatever decision you make. I know I would not want to be in your shoes. It takes a stong person to make the decision you have to make. God Bless!! | |
06-07-2006, 04:32 AM | #22 |
No Longer a Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: ENGLAND
Posts: 1,227
| This is a tough one, but I say also follow your heart. I would happily look after Annabelle for you,she is a cutie, but I live in Uk. Good Luck on deciding what to do |
06-07-2006, 05:02 AM | #23 |
Proudly owned by Nikko Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Bronx, New York
Posts: 768
| As many on here have said, your life is way too precious to put a price tag on. Not only would your pet miss you but your family and friends would worry about your safety. I don't know if your parents are still alive but if they are, is $200,000 worth a year of sleepless nights for your mom? Is it worth the heartache if God forbid something bad should happen? Of course I am no expert on military matters but, if they are offering you that much money I would assume there is some risk involved. Whatever you choose to do, I admire your courage. Good luck with you decision!!
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06-07-2006, 05:42 AM | #24 |
Gina, (Lexi's Mommy) Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: LONG ISLAND,NY
Posts: 10,455
| me personally would not do it... a year is a long time... 200.00 to leave lexi. no way jose... to go to iraq, are you crazy.... money isnt worth it.. no amount of money... life is to precious... but your decision will be supported.. good luck
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06-07-2006, 06:11 AM | #25 |
I Love My 3 Lovebugs! Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: north east ohio
Posts: 4,776
| HMMM...a very difficult decision. This is something you love and when its in your blood...its there. I have a friend who has gone over there for the 3rd time. He loves it. Yes dangerous, but when he was here., working in the states...he felt lost. He just had this feeling in his gut that he had to go back to help anyway he could. He just l left again on April...and will be gone for a year. So if you decide to go...I will fully supprt you. You are brave and one of the most corageous people that I have "met"! LOL! As for your sweet little one....do you have a close friend that could doggy sit for a year???? IF not....I know I live in Ohio, but I would love to doggie sit for you for a year! Follow your heart and do what you believe in and feel is right. You and your hubby are the only ones whi can make this decision.
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06-07-2006, 06:34 AM | #26 |
BANNED! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kentucky
Posts: 9,248
| Is it possible to take him with you? especially if you are in a civilian job? If not, set up a web cam if you find someone to keep the puppy. I don't envy your position. |
06-07-2006, 06:49 AM | #27 | |
No Longer a Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Louisiana
Posts: 314
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I am seriously considering not going, but my husband won't go if I don't go, he doesn't want to be away from me. The jobs that we are going to do are contract (I am getting out of the Army Reserves in Sep). But, I am thinking that money should not be a reason to risk our lives. Money can be made doing other, less risky things. I am going to look into similar jobs in South America. They pay almost the same, but are not as dangerous. We just need a little financial pick-me up, and the first thing we thought of was Iraq. | |
06-07-2006, 04:53 PM | #28 |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Montreal, Canada
Posts: 852
| Personally I wouldn't leave my baby even for 10 million dollars but the decision is yours . God bless you |
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