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Another Hawaii Based Soldier Deploys to Iraq

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Century 21 Liberty Homes is close to the Schofield Barracks and Wheeler Army Air Field. We see many soldiers come and go and come back again.

This time it was my son in law's turn. I had lunch with him before he had to start processing for deployment. He left last night from Hickam AFB.

I remember the day when the war with Iraq was announced. It was March 19th, my son's birthday and he was on the USS Kitty Hawk in the Persian Gulf. I had no clue until they announced it on TV.

I've watched family and friends and clients come and go.

This time it's my son in law and I'm proud of him and all the others who protect and serve our country.

He'll be back.

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Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman is a Realtor-Associate with Century 21 Liberty Homes in Mililani, Hawaii. With a sharp understanding that a listening ear is the key to a client's needs, she serves the island of Oahu (Honolulu County) and all Hawaii Military Relocating to Hawaii, Hawaii Retirees, Hawaii Job Transfers and Hawaii Residents. Website: www.hawaiihomesmarket.com

 

 

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Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman  is a Realtor-Associate® and Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) with Century 21 Liberty Homes in Mililani, Hawaii. With a sharp understanding that a listening ear is the key to a client's needs  she serves the island of Oahu (Honolulu County) and all Hawaii Military Relocations, Hawaii Retirees, Hawaii Job Transfers and Hawaii Residents, Home Buyers and Sellers.

 

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Comments (21)

Jamie Dumaine-Russell
RE/MAX Alliance - Branford, CT

Sally - I am so thankful for young men like your son-in-law and son who serve this country proudly.  Eight years ago today my son left for basic training to Fort Benning GA.  Little did I know that two weeks later the events of 9-11 would change our lives forever.    My prayers are with you and your family during his deployment. 

Aug 28, 2009 06:54 AM
Steve Shatsky
Dallas, TX

Hi Sally... We all owe a debt of gratitude to men like your son in law and their families who sacrifice so much for all of us.  Please extend my appreciation to him. 

Aug 28, 2009 07:00 AM
Teri Eckholm
Boardman Realty - White Bear Lake, MN
REALTOR Serving Mpls/St Paul North & East Metro

Sally--We are so fortunate that so many brave young men and women serve our country. Your son-in-law looks like a fine young man and I hope he will return home to your family safely! Your family must be very proud! :)

Aug 28, 2009 08:10 AM
Petra Norris
Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc. - Lakeland, FL
Realtor, Lakeland FL Homes for Sale

Sally - First of all, thank him for his service and I pray for his and all of the service member's safe return. I've been through this with my husband after Desert Storm/Shield, then with my son-in-law with his Marine reserve unit and I'm sure I'll see my other son-in-law leaving sometime during his young career as an Air Force member. It is never easy to see them leave, but so much sweeter when they return safe and sound :)

Aug 28, 2009 08:44 AM
JL Boney, III
Coldwell Banker - Columbia, SC
Columbia, SC Real Estate

I can never say enough about those that put themselves in harm's way to protect and serve our country. He will be in my thoughts for a safe return Sally.

Aug 28, 2009 08:55 AM
JL Boney, III
Coldwell Banker - Columbia, SC
Columbia, SC Real Estate

Bgpic11142008103101_lFeatured in M.A.N.C.R.O.W. CONGRATS!

Aug 28, 2009 08:56 AM
Andrea Swiedler
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties - New Milford, CT
Realtor, Southern Litchfield County CT

Sally, what a hard time for your daughter, for all of you. I loved the end of your post, "he'll be back" and yes he will.

Stay strong, and a big hug to your daughter. With all the struggles that it took her to get to this point, she will sure need her strong mom.

Aug 28, 2009 10:11 AM
Greg Nino
RE/MAX Compass - Houston, TX
Houston, Texas

Hi Sally,

I think I stepped foot on the Kitty Hawk in Mayport Florida once. I was stationed on the USS John Hancock DD-981. 1992-1996

Aug 28, 2009 10:43 AM
Kim Curran
RE/MAX Unlimited of Northern Virginia - Bristow, VA

Sally-our thoughts and prayers will be with your son-in-law and the family. Our military is a wonderful and courageous group of men and women to whom we owe the depth of our gratitude.

May God bless and keep him safe.

Aug 28, 2009 11:02 AM
William Johnson
Retired - La Jolla, CA
Retired

Woo Hoo, Tell for all of us that he carries all of our special messages for his continued well being while there and for his safe return home. And may the time between now and then be short. 

 

Aug 28, 2009 11:32 AM
Katerina Gasset
The Gasset Group & Get It Done For Me Virtual Services - Provo, UT
Amplify Your Real Estate & Life Dreams!

Sally- He is in my prayers and so is your lovely daughter. What a brave and handsome young man. I feel like you are all part of my family so my heart is torn that he is leaving his new bride but so honored that he would serve and protect our freedom. We are so blessed to have these awesome young men and women so willingly serve our country in amazing ways. Thank you! Tell him Thank You and give him a big hug from me.

Aug 28, 2009 01:25 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Sally you have every right to be proud of him.  I will be looking forward to reading a blog from you stating that he has returned back home safely.

Aug 28, 2009 01:51 PM
Sun City Grand Homes Surprise AZ Real Estate Leolinda Bowers Designated Broker Leolinda Realty
Leolinda Realty - Surprise, AZ
Sun City Grand in Surprise Arizona

Sally, my prayers will be with your son-in-law, your daughter and your family.  Yes, he will be back!

Aug 28, 2009 02:29 PM
Carol Culkin
Diamond Partners Inc - Overland Park, KS
Overland Park Residential Real Estate

Sally - I will keep this brave man in my heart and pray for his safe return home.

Aug 28, 2009 04:59 PM
Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman
Liberty Homes - Mililani, HI
(RA) AHWD CRS ePRO OAHU HAWAII REAL ESTATE

Thank you all for stopping by.....was just on Facebook (his sister let me know first) and he was in Germany earlier....and then continuuing on.....

Aug 28, 2009 05:27 PM
Dick and Dixie Sells
Sells Real Estate, LLC - Trinity, FL
Realtors, Tampa Bay Florida Homes For Sale

Sally, I want to say what a brave and good young man your son in law is. He, your daughter and all your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I want him to know how much his service to our country is appreciated. More than words typed here can ever say. God Bless. We look forward to hearing of the celebration of his homecoming.
Dick and Dixie

Aug 28, 2009 11:35 PM
Ann Allen Hoover
RE/MAX Advantage South - Hoover, AL
CDPE SRES ASP e-PRO Realtor - Homes for Sale - AL

Hi Sally, I know it's hard for your family to see him leave.  I hope the time goes by quickly and you will have him back home soon.

Aug 29, 2009 05:08 AM
Renée Donohue~Home Photography
Savvy Home Pix - Allegan, MI
Western Michigan Real Estate Photographer

Thanks to your family who serves our country so honorably in times of turmoil Sally!  I will keep him (and your entire family) in my thoughts and prayers.

Aug 29, 2009 06:16 AM
Paddy (Patricia) Pizappi
Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty - Pine Bush, NY
Real Estate Associate Broker Hudson Valley NY

I thank your son in law and the many other young men who are overseas doing the jobs that protect our way of life.  My thoughts and prayers are with him and your whole family. 

Aug 29, 2009 11:45 PM
Mary Yonkers
Alan Kells School of Real Estate/Howard Hanna Real Estate - Erie, PA
Erie/PA Real Estate Instructor

Sally--I will keep your son-in-law in my thoughts and prayers.  I don't think we could be overloaded with concern for our military men & women.  For too many Americans it is the exact opposite we barely give the wars or those serving a second thought.  Thanks for this reminder.

Aug 31, 2009 05:13 AM