These are my kiddos ~ they are children of the world… they were born in three different places, sprouting and growing shallow roots through their vast experiences everywhere else.  I am so very proud of them, of all they have accomplished in spite of moving every two to four years, saying goodbye so often, knowing their friends and our Air Force family better than their own blood relations. They have seen the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Sistine Chapel, the St Louis Arch and Yosemite’s Half Dome; lived in 3 different countries, learned several different languages, and know what “sea to shining sea” feels like by living there (and places in between).  Mikaela, Andre & Toren ~ you amaze me everyday! With all my love ~ Mahja

My dear friend Lori Reel wrote something very moving, that applies to all the Military children I know…