By the time basic training ended I was incredibly excited about coming home. Mom and I had written to each other almost every day. Often I had to do it secretly in the dark after lights out. In the military they do not allow one to spend time on the computer so it was necessary to communicate the old fashion way... pen and paper. While it was difficult putting my thoughts and feelings down on paper, it was also kind of refreshing. If anything, my mom and I became closer with each passing day. Many times it is more difficult to say things in person then on paper. Still I...