Thanks for posting DM! How wonderful to have such a send off. I will keep them in my prayers.

Kathy, as a mom I know your worried. But try to hang on. If he's overseas they may be in an area where there isn't reception for the phone or they can't have them turned on. My brother was on the border of Turkey during the first Gulf and we hardly ever heard from him. A letter here and there. They are probably settling in and getting orders, etc. As you know, in the military they are first priority and then family. I am sure your in his thoughts and he's concerned because he can't call you. Don't be surprised if you get a letter before the call. I am thinking cell phones could travel airways and be detected so maybe they aren't allowed to use them until they are at their final destination.

Hold on to your heart, I know it's hard. Hugs to everyone who has family or friends in the military.