Day 108

First off, sorry last night's blog was so short. Sometimes I feel like if I start writing, I'll never shut up. Other times, I think I just feel empty.

I know that most people probably think I'm insane when I say that I feel like this deployment has brought us closer together...strengthened our relationship. I find it difficult to understand why the notion of it strengthening us is so improbable.

Isn't communication one of the keys to a strong, lasting relationship? We have been put in a situation where we have no choice but to learn to communicate effectively. When everything you know and love is typing away on the other end of an Internet connection, you teach yourself very quickly to translate those words on the screen into your loved one's voice inside your head.

You find ways to make the other happy during conversations. You don't leave anything unsaid. You learn to communicate in ways that you normally wouldn't need to...because you no longer have the benefit of eye contact, or touch, or smell, or even sound.

We have learned to effectively communicate. Most times I can hear your voice in my head, answering a question before I ever ask it... Which tends to make things easier. Lol it's helpful to know your opinion without needing to ask. :)

I'm not saying that we always communicate on a pro level, but I feel like we do pretty well... Much better than average... And I think it's a major reason that I feel so close to you.

I love you, babe. I'll talk to you soon. Until then, be safe. Goodnight.