JML, good luck when you get into your own little place. I'm sure life will be more peaceful when you're settled in.

And happy anniversary anyway, Bella. It's surely more difficult having hubby away then and esp. two years in a row. I remember last year you had financial difficulty when hubby was called up. Is there any possibility he will be returning to civilian life soon since things have quieted a bit? I hope so for your sake and his and for those two little darlings.