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The Parole Decision Is In.......

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MY HUSBAND IS FINALLY COMING HOME!!!!! I found out this morning! I still don't think it has sunk in yet, but I am totally ecstatic! We have been apart for 3 long years, and today my whole world changed. He was given an FI 1, which in Texas is the fastest release possible... basically he should be home in about a month. I am supposed to call in a couple weeks to see if they have the actual release date yet. I don't even know what to do with myself right now. I've cried, laughed, shaken uncontrollably, and felt like I was going to throw up.... lol. There are so many emotions going through my head right now... but the main one is completely blessed.

I am so blessed to have been able to receive all the support so many of you here have given me when the days seemed to hard to get through. I know lately I haven't been much help to anyone here, and I truly sorry for that. I will definitely stick around for years to come, and hopefully can give back some of what has been given to me here. I know how it is to read these when your loved one has just gone in, or doesn't have a close date yet, so to those of you in that situation, I am sorry. Stay strong though, and just know that your moment will come too. I love yall!!!!!
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Ohhh Hon, this is great news...congrats....
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Thanks!!!! :)
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congratulations!!!! That is wonderful news! I hope this next month flies by for you so it won't feel like forever to get to the day that you have him home!!
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I am so happy for you! I know our days will come. It is a bitter sweet kinda feeling. Glad for you but it seems like an enternity for the ones still waiting. I always wondered if anyone else felt this way but didn't say anything. Anyway I am really am very happy for the both of you!!!!! You better stick around and let us know about all the details.
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Oh Ash I been thinking so much about you of late, and I've wondered Lord is she okay? Than I'd pray for you, and keep going. but, just think all this time God was working behind the scenes to give this wonderful gift to you. Wow! He's so awesome? I'm so happy for you Honey, I couldn't begin to express it in words. Do you suppose it has anything to do with the article on one of the posts here concerning states not having the money to fund prisons and letting prisoners out sooner on parole? Whatever the reason, he was sent by God to you my dear friend, and I want for you to love him every day in honor of all those on here who wish they could be with their loved one.
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Tears of joy are rolling. That is awesome news Ash. Yes you are blessed. Please keep us informed. Way to start the new year off. With a good note............................

Lilacwoman

I do believe the pressure of the economy may have something to do with it. There are many loved ones I know that are being released due to economic pressure. So they are letting the model prisoners go or the ones with little time left. Getting them out as there are so many more that are going in daily. This unfortunately is not happening in the Federal system only in the State system.
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That is such great news! We are so thrilled for you!

About time for another virtual party!

I hope many more come home out of this!

I am so happy for you ASH!

Be sure to let us know the date as soon as you know.

Happy happy happy dance!

Love Rhea
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Thanks everyone! Your support means so much to me. It is definitely a great way to start out the new year.... I am still just out of it from shock and excitement.

Waiting For Him----

I defintely had those feelings when I read other people post about their homecomings. It never over powered my happiness for that person, but it does hurt... and that's why I wanted to say I understand that, and I truly hope my post does not greatly upset anyone. I know we are all here to share the good and bad with each other, but I certainly do not want to stir up any sad feelings.... that is not my intention at all.

I will definitely be keeping yall posted on the date. I am really hoping it will be around Valentine's day!!!!
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Congrats. I am very happy for you. I will start praying that the transition for you and your husband goes very smoothly.
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You are such a STRONG!!! woman. And so are many others here. I only had a year and few months to wait and that killed me... I'm SOOO extremely happy that your wait is over. I know you must be beside yourself. I could cry for you knowing how happy you are feeling. Get things in order and ready for him to come home so that you have the first week or so to just spend with him and not worrying about much else.. I took a week off work when mine came home.. Hope you can manage the same. BIG OLE CONGRATS TO YOU
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Thanks ash. It does not upset me, just wish it was me. LOL I can't think of a better day than Valentines Day! Perfect. I am excited for you!
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Congratulations!! I am so happy for the both of you. We still have a long way to go before my sweetie is even eligible to come home but it is very encouraging reading post like this.
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Congrats!!!! That is very very good news.....so soon and your life will be whole again!
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I am so happy for you, that is great news. I can hardly wait till I can say the same for my son. We have a couple years to go, almost half way though! Happy to hear your great news!!!!!!
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You have no idea how much your kind words and support mean to me. The only way I have gotten through the last 3 years is because of people like you who understand me, and don't judge. I can not wait until all of you have your time to feel the way I feel right now. I will be praying that it happens very soon for everyone.
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