It's Just Basic

Week 2

Day 8

Hey baby you missed the first real snow. Probably for the best. I almost died 5 times on my way to drop my brother off. I would give anything to get hot chocolate and sit by a fire wrapped up in a warm blanket with you. I can't wait to see you. I hope we can have some time soon to call or if I could receive that first letter. I feel really helpless over here. But I know you are ok. I miss you stay safe and warm. You can do this! Keep pushing my strong soldier. I love you so much my Wesley.

With all my heart,
Ashlynn

Day 9

It's been a little over a week
Waiting for that first letter
I've never felt so meek
Just trying to remember

That last hug we shortly had
With all this unknown
Forgetting what makes me sad
My eyes glued to the phone

Awaiting my Prince Charming
Working through all the tears
Not used to the departing
Trying to conquer my fears

I need to stay strong
And know he's alright
I can't afford to be wrong
So I'll continue to fight

Remember I'm always here
Look at the stars real long
Let all the bad things disappear
You are where you belong

Update:
I JUST GOT A CALL!!!! I feel so stupid though. I was trying my best to say I love you and listen. He told me his address and there were so many numbers and I started crying. I was so happy to hear your voice though. I miss you so much and I feel horrible for not being able to write because I'm stupid enough to not have anything with me to write and you are my everything. I'm so sorry my Wesley. Please forgive me and write often. I know I need it but I can't imagine how much you need it. I love you and sleep well my soldier.

~Ashlynn

Day 10

One day at a time is what they told me. Remember he loves you they tell me. It will get better apparently. I don't know know you keep telling me this. It hurts. He's not here with me. Don't ask me to third wheel. Can they not just think through things. How stupid are they? Really how bad is it to think? People can be so inconsiderate, just one thing at a time. He loves me and it'll get better.

Ashlynn

Day 11

Well I'm getting used to this. Wake up and smell your cologne and then I get dressed. I get everything ready for the day. I drive to school and go through my day. I drive home. Everyday I check the mailbox just in case. I finish my homework and practice my French Horn. I force myself to eat. I will write and listen to music. I text you and I wait about 5 mins till I accept that you can't respond. I typically take a shower or bath. Oh I also light the candle you got me and let it burn for awhile. I tend to lay in bed thinking back to fun memories with you. I will fall asleep and wake up and start all over... the life of girlfriend basic training.

- Ashlynn

Day 12

My Love,
Wow it's been 12 days. It feels like it's been an eternity but also like I saw you yesterday. You made my day today! The letters from your first week came TODAY! I was so happy I started jumping. I'm sure you can imagine that very vividly. I was reading them and felt like I was right there with you. I'm so sorry you are having some back pain. I wish I could be there to scratch your back or something. Why won't they just let us come for emotional support? Like hide me in your bag and sneak me food every other day and I'll be fine. I am glad you met someone that's nice, from the sound of it that was going to be difficult. I really wish you had known the address but I know I'll get that soon and you will be getting almost daily letters. I love you so much. You've stayed so strong and I couldn't be any prouder of you! And to answer you question I'm ok. I have been an emotional roller coaster but what's new? School has been awful like normal ha ha but my friends are helping me out a lot. My brother absolutely adores you. He has been in his Army costume every day and comes up to me and I'll tell him to drop and give me 50 of course he can barely do 5. You'd laugh so much. I can't wait to send you letters and I'm getting really impatient, but that's part of it. But I can't wait to see you during Christmas! We can cuddle and I can actually see you like face to face. I can't wait to give you that homecoming hug and kiss. I hope they train you to brace for a sprinting girlfriend 😂 I miss you so much baby. I love you. Stay strong my soldier.

Your Love,
Ashlynn

Day 13

I was finally able to write
Even though it was late at night
I hope it gives you rest
And bring that off your chest

The worry about me
Let it go free
I'm doing alright
Don't make me the fright

I can't wait to see your reply
I'll try to refrain to cry
You are my everything
That's why I hold on to this ring

It seems like it's forever
I'll follow you wherever
This love is an unbreakable bond
Just promise you'll stay strong

Day 14

I can't believe it's been 2 weeks. Only 5 more weeks to go. We'll be in each other's arms soon enough. I miss the sound of you voice the icy blue eyes and your soft touch. I long for that first kiss when we see each other. I look forward to seeing you and to encourage you as we celebrate Christmas. I can't wait to spend time with you. I've never felt so close to you and we are miles away. Stay strong my soldier. I love you so much.

-Ashlynn