20 Years Sounded like forever!!

18 years ago when Brian and I married we decided that Brian would remain in the Air Force for at least 20 years! That seemed like an eternity away! Well, those 18 years have literally flown by and last month Brian celebrated 20 years!

This has brought a mix of emotions for both of us! For me, it has been a reminder of how quickly each passes and that I need to cherish each one of those days! 18 years ago our family was just the two of us! Now we have three precious boys who are in their teens and tweens. I also admit that I like the stability the Air Force has provided our family especially in this economic crisis! I have heard too many horror stories from those who have retired or sepperated from the AF. At the same time I hear stories of people who say they wish they would have sepperated long before they did.

For Brian, this anniversary has caused Brian to ask the question, "what now"? Does he retire now? We have no job lined up and well, our growing boys need to eat! Does he stay in? If so, for how long? At this rank he can stay in 4 more years. He tests for the next rank in December but if he gets promoted that means a 2 year commitment to the Air Force. Do we stay? or do we move on? We are asking the Lord for guidance as our desire is to be in His will!