A/N: Sorry it took so long to get this next part out. I was busy with
plans over the holiday weekend and seriously lacked quality writing time.
This should come regularly again over the next few days, so we'll see...
until then, enjoy! The email addresses included with this update are
PURELY made up. PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO EMAIL ANY OF THESE ADDRESSES!!!
8-1
Hales, Hopefully you'll get this letter before too long. How is everything home? Doing okay without me around? I'm sure you're doing fine. You always do! How're your classes going? Still on track as far as grades?
I'm worried about you Haley. Luke tipped me off a few days ago- told something wasn't 'swinging right.' He's right... you didn't sound like Haley... it worries me, you know... If something's going on, I want you to promise you'll tell me. Don't keep it inside, building up just because I'm not home. No matter what Hales, no matter where I am, I'm always with you, okay?
I'm on the plane right now, heading to Key West where we're going to depart for Iraq. It's a long flight, I've been told, but other than that, the details just aren't coming in. I don't know how often I'll be able to write or even how long it will take for my messages to get back to you. A couple of the guys here said that we should be able to access an email account and that it would be easier to keep in touch that way. I set one up last night after I got off the phone with you... nscott23marines.us.gov. I set an account up for you too... I guess the emails transfer immediately if it's through the same provider? But anyways, all you have to do is log-on to www.usmcmail.com and you can access your account... hscott23marines.us.gov. The password is the same as all your others! I'll be writing to you from there as soon as the chance arises. Until then, keep expecting my letters!
I verified everything with the branch office before I left the base. Our insurance cards are all set and in the mail. You'll probably be getting them in a few days. Don't forget to take care of changing your name at the town hall. The insurance won't work until your name has been changed and the new social security number has been issued. Until then, if you need the insurance for anything you just have to call the main branch at this base, 614-665-9378, and get all the paperwork processed through there.
I've got to get ready for take-off, babe. Love you tons! Nate
8-1-06
Nate-
Sorry bro, Al wanted to send his uncle another picture... here it got news here... Mom and Keith are engaged... they're finally going to tie the knot... I'm still waiting on the right time to pop the question to Brooke... She's doing really well with her classes... she actually just readjusted some of them so she can stay at home with Alex more during the day... she switched to a couple night courses too, so she's keeping busy.
Anyways, take care of yourself over there... Haley's waiting on you man!
Lucas
September 1, 2006
Nathan, I can't believe this is really it... my only son is heading to Iraq. Please stay safe there... keep an eye on everything. We all need you to come back home safely. Ugh... I'm doing exactly what I told myself I wouldn't do, get all mushy on you.
Things are going well at the new house. Your father has the new dealership up and running. So far it's a huge success. From what I've heard, Keith is doing well running the store in Tree Hill. I haven't seen either of them but Karen tells me he's really enjoying the work. She called today with news... she and Keith are finally engaged. After all these years, they're finally going to really be together.
Your sister is making me bigger and bigger with each passing day. I've gained more weight since I last saw than I have throughout the entire rest of the pregnancy. We've basically got everything situated for her arrival. The nursery is all painted and your father is working on putting everything together and getting it all in place. Now, we're just waiting... only two more months!
Keep yourself safe, honey! Mom
Sept. 1, 2006
I can't believe it's really come to this Nate- a letter here and there, a random phone call. It's the not knowing that's going to be the hardest- not knowing where you are- not knowing that you're safe at night.
It's so slow here tonight but my shift has only just begun. The next four hours are going to kill me. Karen just left for a while. I guess her and Keith are gone out to celebrate. Did anyone tell you they're engaged now? I'm sure you probably have heard it from five people by now, but I just thought you should know.
I've got so much reading for school that I need to be working on, but I just can't concentrate... there's so much going on... I can't even begin to explain in a letter... all I want is to feel your body against mine. That would make everything okay right now...
I love you husband! Haley
8-1
Hales, Hopefully you'll get this letter before too long. How is everything home? Doing okay without me around? I'm sure you're doing fine. You always do! How're your classes going? Still on track as far as grades?
I'm worried about you Haley. Luke tipped me off a few days ago- told something wasn't 'swinging right.' He's right... you didn't sound like Haley... it worries me, you know... If something's going on, I want you to promise you'll tell me. Don't keep it inside, building up just because I'm not home. No matter what Hales, no matter where I am, I'm always with you, okay?
I'm on the plane right now, heading to Key West where we're going to depart for Iraq. It's a long flight, I've been told, but other than that, the details just aren't coming in. I don't know how often I'll be able to write or even how long it will take for my messages to get back to you. A couple of the guys here said that we should be able to access an email account and that it would be easier to keep in touch that way. I set one up last night after I got off the phone with you... nscott23marines.us.gov. I set an account up for you too... I guess the emails transfer immediately if it's through the same provider? But anyways, all you have to do is log-on to www.usmcmail.com and you can access your account... hscott23marines.us.gov. The password is the same as all your others! I'll be writing to you from there as soon as the chance arises. Until then, keep expecting my letters!
I verified everything with the branch office before I left the base. Our insurance cards are all set and in the mail. You'll probably be getting them in a few days. Don't forget to take care of changing your name at the town hall. The insurance won't work until your name has been changed and the new social security number has been issued. Until then, if you need the insurance for anything you just have to call the main branch at this base, 614-665-9378, and get all the paperwork processed through there.
I've got to get ready for take-off, babe. Love you tons! Nate
8-1-06
Nate-
Sorry bro, Al wanted to send his uncle another picture... here it got news here... Mom and Keith are engaged... they're finally going to tie the knot... I'm still waiting on the right time to pop the question to Brooke... She's doing really well with her classes... she actually just readjusted some of them so she can stay at home with Alex more during the day... she switched to a couple night courses too, so she's keeping busy.
Anyways, take care of yourself over there... Haley's waiting on you man!
Lucas
September 1, 2006
Nathan, I can't believe this is really it... my only son is heading to Iraq. Please stay safe there... keep an eye on everything. We all need you to come back home safely. Ugh... I'm doing exactly what I told myself I wouldn't do, get all mushy on you.
Things are going well at the new house. Your father has the new dealership up and running. So far it's a huge success. From what I've heard, Keith is doing well running the store in Tree Hill. I haven't seen either of them but Karen tells me he's really enjoying the work. She called today with news... she and Keith are finally engaged. After all these years, they're finally going to really be together.
Your sister is making me bigger and bigger with each passing day. I've gained more weight since I last saw than I have throughout the entire rest of the pregnancy. We've basically got everything situated for her arrival. The nursery is all painted and your father is working on putting everything together and getting it all in place. Now, we're just waiting... only two more months!
Keep yourself safe, honey! Mom
Sept. 1, 2006
I can't believe it's really come to this Nate- a letter here and there, a random phone call. It's the not knowing that's going to be the hardest- not knowing where you are- not knowing that you're safe at night.
It's so slow here tonight but my shift has only just begun. The next four hours are going to kill me. Karen just left for a while. I guess her and Keith are gone out to celebrate. Did anyone tell you they're engaged now? I'm sure you probably have heard it from five people by now, but I just thought you should know.
I've got so much reading for school that I need to be working on, but I just can't concentrate... there's so much going on... I can't even begin to explain in a letter... all I want is to feel your body against mine. That would make everything okay right now...
I love you husband! Haley