Remember that the need to express affection does not diminish with the miles. I love you, means just as much when it is written during a deployment as it does when spoken in person. Share your feelings as openly as you can without indulging in self-pity. On the other hand don t try to read between the lines or interpret a puzzling remark. If you don t understand, ask questions in your next letter.
Some husband s and wives number their letters to eliminate confusion.
It will help maintain and strengthen their relationships. Children love to receive their own mail. Try to send photographs. If letter writing is difficult for you, consider purchasing a pair of tape recorders so that you and your spouse can send talking letters. Telephone calls are a quick way to communicate, but remember long distance and overseas calls can be very expensive.