Son is being sent back to Iraq?

Sorry no ideas on the vacation, but let your son know he is in our prayers.

First of all, I would like to say thanks to him for his service. I am married to an Army soldier, and I know how hard it is for the families during deployment so I admire you for being strong.

Anyway, we just moved duty stations from Fort Hood

Texas and my favorite place to 'get away' while I lived there was Dallas. There are so many things you can do in one day and it is northern Texas so hopefully not too far for you to drive.

The Dallas Aquarium is a great visit, and the Reunion Tower is beautiful at night with the city lit up. There are so many other things.

That's a tough one. My son is also in the army. We have dealt with so many change of plans. Sometimes they just don't know when they are leaving. I think it's 3 weeks before they are deployed that they let them know. they will give him time off to say his good bye's to his family. Find out how long he has to visit with his family. Texas has great places to visit. They have cabins all over, find one with a river near by. Most have little boat cruises on the river you can do for the day. God bless your son, Tell him thanks!

first of all, i'm sorry to hear of your son's looming deployment. i live in south dakota and a couple of years ago my brother in law and four of my first cousins did 18 months in iraq too. their units are also up for deployment again, but not for another year. my brother in law is now a recruiter, so he will not have to go again. i'm guessing your son had the opportunity to get out of the military since then, and chose to stay in, god bless him for his committment to our freedom. the good news is iraq is a much safer place than it was last time he was there, and we are gaining ground all the time. i'm not trying to minimize it, it's still dangerous and emotional. i would focus less on vacation and more on just spending as much quality time with your son as you can. just remember in a few months we won't even have the same president, so who knows what will happen. i pray for our troops regularly and your family will be in my thoughts.

Although I've never been? I'd say try Branson Missouri. With all of the variety of Music there? It may be just what the Doctor ordered. And give my warmest respect to your Son. God Bless all of our Brave Soldiers!!

Lake Ozark, Missouri. Just spend time on the lakes and relax.

Please tell your son thank you for all he does for us. You and your family will be in my families prayers.