As the spouse of an MP here at Fort Hood, you need to know that the deployment of your loved one is just about inevitable. Believe it or not, it's not the end of the world although it may seem that way.
Deployments can be very aggravating but, with the bad, the good can develop.
This is a wonderful way to really see what each of us is made of. This is the opportunity to reach limits that many of us thought impossible. The growth, maturity, and independence that we see in ourselves throughout a deployment are unbelievable. Recognize that anger is OK, but don't take it out on your spouse or your children. Plan a family activity or a special family time without distractors.