I wanted to share a few thoughts I had after our 11pm newscast Monday.

We had two stories involving military families - one soldier funeral, one happy homecoming for a group of airmen. 

These are the stories that help keep things in perspective.

Sometimes I catch myself feeling a bit overwhelmed  - my husband travels pretty often, and as many of you know, taking care of kids, pets, a house, and a career is a lot to handle on one’s own.  But if ever I start to feel sorry for myself,  I remember those families who have their spouse gone for a year or more in a war zone… or even worse, one who never comes home. 

    The heroics it takes for those military wives (and in some cases husbands) to stay strong and hold it together bring tears to my eyes and a lump to my throat.  I realize I have very little to complain about.

Thanks for listening and I welcome your thoughts.

Trisha