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soccerchika1786 · #1 (**permalink**) 08-14-2006, 09:50 PM

I am new to this site and hopefully you guys can help me. My husband is stationed at Ft. Eustis, VA and I have a chance to go visit him. I was told by one of my LDS friends to try to see if i could reach the Relief Society president out there and see if there was anyone willing to put me up in there home for a few days. I just feel so bad about asking.. I guess it is because my dad raised me to be very self sufficient, an not to ask for things even if i really needed them. (He is not LDS, btw) I just don't know if I should even ask, I just feel so bad about asking total strangers if I can live with them for a while, you know?

What should i do??

Please help!!

Amelia

BenRaines · #2 (**permalink**) 08-14-2006, 10:27 PM

I see no problem in talking to your Bishop and letting him know what you would like to do. He has a directory of all the Bishops in the church. He can check. There should also be some kind of military auxillary that could help you with short term housing for a visit.

Ben Raines

Dr T · #3 (**permalink**) 08-14-2006, 10:33 PM

That is a good idea BenRaines. You seem like someone that would help someone out in a pinch.

MBASS · #4 (**permalink**) 08-15-2006, 09:31 AM

I think it is self-sufficient to ask for help. While traveling at age four on a bus from sc to ut, my husband became ill. They had to get off of the bus with very little money and find somewhere to stay. The tried to call the local church, but as it was saturday there was little hope. They just happened to get someone on the phone anyway and was put in contact with the bishop. They were given a place to stay, and a ride back to the bus station when the sickness wore off. Ask for help, charity never faileth!

#5 (**permalink**) 08-17-2006, 11:04 PM

*GASP* I wouldnt live miles away from my husband. Forget the visit, start packing and move there. You can get an apartment on base or off base.

Lindy · #6 (**permalink**) 08-17-2006, 11:32 PM

Gee Monica... I wonder why more military wives don't think of that.
Maybe because it's next to impossible for some?
Hard to give the guilt trip to someone you don't know their circumstances or situation

Amie17..... I used to be a military wife... USArmy as a matter of fact, and I think that Ben's advice is great.... I am sure that the bishop in that area could help you out. If I were in your situation...that's what I would do.

MikeyG1965 · #7 (**permalink**) 08-18-2006, 02:47 PM

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Gee Monica... I wonder why more military wives don't think of that.
Maybe because it's next to impossible for some?
Hard to give the guilt trip to someone you don't know their circumstances or situation

Amie17..... I used to be a military wife... USArmy as a matter of fact, and I think that Ben's advice is great.... I am sure that the bishop in that area could help you out. If I were in your situation...that's what I would do.
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In today's world and the military, a person could be somewhere for a short time and get deployed. Also, Amie17 husband could be in training and not fully stationed there.

The advice that Ben gave is the route I would recommend. Best of luck!!!

Lindy · #8 (**permalink**) 08-18-2006, 07:25 PM

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In today's world and the military, a person could be somewhere for a short time and get deployed. Also, Amie17 husband could be in training and not fully stationed there.

The advice that Ben gave is the route I would recommend. Best of luck!!![/b]

Good statement MikeyG.... that was EXACTLY what I was going for.... situations and circumstances that are beyond just picking up and moving over.