Hello Cpt. B.
Sent package #3 during the week with a short note inside. I keep picking up smaller packages for you just because they are easier to pack. I think Tannie was going to be sending the "smelly" stuff and I will concentrate on the other things. Please let me know if the pretzels made it. I am anxious to know if sealing did any good.
Nothing of great import going on here. Mr. Mikey (our lawn man) is busy refreshing the lawns. Mike and Deb had a great time in Boston. Even with his long hours they took the week-end to tour Boston and envrions. I only spent a couple of days years ago with "old boy", but we did the historic bit and when you get posted out east you will surely have a fine time doing the Freedom Trail and all the historic sites in Boston proper. It is a very interesting city. And Deb said the accents are hilarious. But, I suppose they think the same of ours.
You gentlemen are certainly running up a proper gas bill. I don't think I wrote that I bought a little Rav-4 Toyota. It really still rankles that I bought a rice grinder (your Dad's name for foreign cars - remember?), but the American cars I saw just didn't quite make the grade. I would have bought any Dodge I liked but none appealed. I am still missing the smooth ride in my Van, but this little car has its advantages. But the shift is in the center console and the van's was on the column so I am still turning on the windshield wipers in the Rav-4 because I forget that I must shift differently. But, the new car fits in the garage so much better. No more parking on an angle. Even gives me more space to fill with goodies. Mady named the car "Minty" because of the color and she insisted that all cars must have names. It makes them feel better. Ah, the thinking of seven year olds.
She still visits every week-end and now we have homework to practice. She is beginning to read simple books and, thank goodness, they are teaching phonics. I certainly hope that Erin is teaching her little ones that way. Mady has no problem sounding out words that she can't sight read. Tho, there many words they learn by sight and that broadens their usage. I still love words and receive and email from Dictionary.com with a new word daily. And the site comes up with some very obscure words at times. And I recall you also liked words. I don't suppose you have too much time to read but if you have any Indy troops I could send the sports pages to you. The sport section in the Star is very well done. Even I read it at times. And it keeps up with complete coverage of the Colts who also won today.
When Mady is here and the weather is fine we often take her to Holiday Park near us which is really a very special place. Great playgrounds and many trails down to a branch of the White River. She loves to go to the "her" river and toss in sticks. The darn river is so low now people wade out in the shallow water. Of course, a seven-year old will want to wade so down to the shoreline we went. She hit the shallow water and I hit the mud. My shoes were soaked and full of mud. And, of course, I had the new car. I had to wade out and get some of the mud off and both Mady and Bob thought I made a very funny sight. I did manage to get the shoes clean tonight with soap and bleach, but I think the socks might must be a wash. Oh well, gives me an incentive to buy more socks. Imagine that!
I guess you have had your fill of Mady and mud. Keep up the good work and enjoy the boxes. Love you and keep you and all your men in prayers. I think of you all often and just whisper good things for you. Love, Grandma B.
Sunday, September 30, 2007
Ramadan
Howday,
So, life in Iraq gets a little crazy during Ramadan. Needless to say, the wacky Muslims here get a little agitated and tend to be a little more violent. But, all is well for me, my Soldiers, and the Soldiers of the Battalion. Things have been going relatively well considering the circumstances. In less than 90 days we have planned for and executed the completion of over 1,000 TMRs (Transportation Movement Request), drive nearly a quarter of a million miles, pushed nearly 2 million gallons of fuel. We are defiantly kicking some Logistical Butt! Tuesday last week, I completed my third convoy. It was a long one and very tiresome, but I did some good and found a new system to use with that support unit to make both our lives easier.
Okay, I will write some more when I get a chance. I miss you all and love you. Erin, I miss you and cannot wait to hold you and kiss you again.
CPT Brown
So, life in Iraq gets a little crazy during Ramadan. Needless to say, the wacky Muslims here get a little agitated and tend to be a little more violent. But, all is well for me, my Soldiers, and the Soldiers of the Battalion. Things have been going relatively well considering the circumstances. In less than 90 days we have planned for and executed the completion of over 1,000 TMRs (Transportation Movement Request), drive nearly a quarter of a million miles, pushed nearly 2 million gallons of fuel. We are defiantly kicking some Logistical Butt! Tuesday last week, I completed my third convoy. It was a long one and very tiresome, but I did some good and found a new system to use with that support unit to make both our lives easier.
Okay, I will write some more when I get a chance. I miss you all and love you. Erin, I miss you and cannot wait to hold you and kiss you again.
CPT Brown
Friday, September 21, 2007
I too am sorry I missed your call...
I do answer my phone even if I don't recognize the number. The reason you got a work message is that it is my work cell phone and they have decided that this cheesy generic message is a good idea for our work cell phones. Everyone gets confused when they call. I was on the phone with a customer when you called and by the time I got off you had called twice. I was sad when I listened to the message. I would have liked to talk to you.
We too had a blast with Erin. We walked an itty bitty bit of the way to you, met Chris, Emily, and Eloise, had queso, talked, watched funny videos on u-tube...oh yea and played with Natalie. She's started babbling. It's so cute. She just babbles and babbles. I'm talking about Natalie, not me!! I had to go away for 3 days and got home today. When I picked Natalie up from daycare I swear she had doubled in size. Well, not really, but she had a huge growth spurt and had grown and gotten more chubby all in a matter of 3 days.
Well take care of yourself. We miss you and can't wait until you are home!!
Jess, Natalie, Nathan, Molly, Mijo, and Mickey.
We too had a blast with Erin. We walked an itty bitty bit of the way to you, met Chris, Emily, and Eloise, had queso, talked, watched funny videos on u-tube...oh yea and played with Natalie. She's started babbling. It's so cute. She just babbles and babbles. I'm talking about Natalie, not me!! I had to go away for 3 days and got home today. When I picked Natalie up from daycare I swear she had doubled in size. Well, not really, but she had a huge growth spurt and had grown and gotten more chubby all in a matter of 3 days.
Well take care of yourself. We miss you and can't wait until you are home!!
Jess, Natalie, Nathan, Molly, Mijo, and Mickey.
Dang..I'm so sorry I missed your call
Happy Friday, Paul!!!
It's not that I don't answer unknown calls, it's that I was at lunch with my boss, had my phone on silent. But I will definitely keep it close for future calls. Thanks so much for calling. Your message was very sweet and really meant alot to me. Still keeping my promise to you and it's not even hard to do. :)
We had such a wonderful weekend with Erin. So much, that we didn't want to come home. You're so right in that she is such a trooper. I know we'll be going back soon. We just didn't have enough time!
I just watched a new slideshow of pictures from Iraq with a song written by an American soldier. It really put into perspective of what this war is all about and how much sacrifice you and Erin make each and every day. I am so proud of you and your men and what you're doing for us over there. I can't imagine how hard it is but also know how important it is.
On a lighter side...I don't know if Erin has told you that I'm moving the end of Oct. Found a really awesome house in Frisco..am waiting to find out if I get it. It's a "Donna" house.
Well, just looked at the time and I've got to get ready for work..
Thanks again for calling..I'll try to keep my phone off silent.
Stay cool and outa harms way!!!
Love ya!!
Mom L.
It's not that I don't answer unknown calls, it's that I was at lunch with my boss, had my phone on silent. But I will definitely keep it close for future calls. Thanks so much for calling. Your message was very sweet and really meant alot to me. Still keeping my promise to you and it's not even hard to do. :)
We had such a wonderful weekend with Erin. So much, that we didn't want to come home. You're so right in that she is such a trooper. I know we'll be going back soon. We just didn't have enough time!
I just watched a new slideshow of pictures from Iraq with a song written by an American soldier. It really put into perspective of what this war is all about and how much sacrifice you and Erin make each and every day. I am so proud of you and your men and what you're doing for us over there. I can't imagine how hard it is but also know how important it is.
On a lighter side...I don't know if Erin has told you that I'm moving the end of Oct. Found a really awesome house in Frisco..am waiting to find out if I get it. It's a "Donna" house.
Well, just looked at the time and I've got to get ready for work..
Thanks again for calling..I'll try to keep my phone off silent.
Stay cool and outa harms way!!!
Love ya!!
Mom L.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Sorry I missed your call
Generally I don't answer calls from numbers I don't know so when I received a call from an unknown number yesterday of course I didn't answer. Guess I need to change my phone habits while you're away! It would have been nice talk to you. I know it sucks for you to be there and also sucks for Erin that you're gone but know this... we are all very proud of the job you and your 'men' are doing there. And... we appreciate very much the sacrifices you and Erin are making in serving your country. Keep in mind... every day that passes brings you one day closer to coming home! Be safe.
Dad L
Dad L
Friday, September 14, 2007
Another Update from Grandma
Yo Paul,
Found your Lipton black tea in the new pyramid tea bags. The Lipton tea web site does not have loose tea offered so when I found these I bought all the boxes on the shelf. (Only four left so it must be popular) I tried it and it was just okay to me, but I really prefer ye olde Earl Grey. Love that bergamot.
And - I tried your white pretzels yesterday and tho this is the same brand of chocolate I used at Christmas (Ghirardelli) it did not harden the same. I really was worried last night that I would be sending you white chocolate pretzel soup - but than as hot as it is there what I do finally send will probably turn into pretzel soup anyhow. I sealed the few I made as a trial and even if these do melt, just pop the package in the freezer or fridge and they should set again. I used the small pretzels but I will get the longer ones next. I much prefer their taste - more salt. Just give me a critique for future packages.
Got the Kona coffee too. So the package will just be your special requests. Other things I am still working on as well as the phone cards which I routinely forget.
Today is Mady's 7th birthday (my, she is aging fast) and tomorrow is the big open house party for her. Spent the day making delightful goodies for the feast and I'm ready to pack it in about now. Deb and Mr. Mike are in Boston for some sort of conference for his company so I am dog and house sitting. "Mr. Jackson" - the dog - keeps me company at night and he can really hog the bed. But, he is good company and nice and warm. The nights are actually getting very nicely cooler he is better than a blanket.
Will sign off. Have to pack things to housesit. I usually take a book or my everloving crossword puzzle books. Put them out one final time about 9:30 or l0:00 and then a final treat and off to their beds. Jackson has his own special bed complete with blankets and a pillow and Lucky has her own place with a fan. Some life.
Anyway, will write again and send your package the beginning of next week. Tomorrow is taken up by the birthday girl. Love to you dear Paul. GrandmaB.
Found your Lipton black tea in the new pyramid tea bags. The Lipton tea web site does not have loose tea offered so when I found these I bought all the boxes on the shelf. (Only four left so it must be popular) I tried it and it was just okay to me, but I really prefer ye olde Earl Grey. Love that bergamot.
And - I tried your white pretzels yesterday and tho this is the same brand of chocolate I used at Christmas (Ghirardelli) it did not harden the same. I really was worried last night that I would be sending you white chocolate pretzel soup - but than as hot as it is there what I do finally send will probably turn into pretzel soup anyhow. I sealed the few I made as a trial and even if these do melt, just pop the package in the freezer or fridge and they should set again. I used the small pretzels but I will get the longer ones next. I much prefer their taste - more salt. Just give me a critique for future packages.
Got the Kona coffee too. So the package will just be your special requests. Other things I am still working on as well as the phone cards which I routinely forget.
Today is Mady's 7th birthday (my, she is aging fast) and tomorrow is the big open house party for her. Spent the day making delightful goodies for the feast and I'm ready to pack it in about now. Deb and Mr. Mike are in Boston for some sort of conference for his company so I am dog and house sitting. "Mr. Jackson" - the dog - keeps me company at night and he can really hog the bed. But, he is good company and nice and warm. The nights are actually getting very nicely cooler he is better than a blanket.
Will sign off. Have to pack things to housesit. I usually take a book or my everloving crossword puzzle books. Put them out one final time about 9:30 or l0:00 and then a final treat and off to their beds. Jackson has his own special bed complete with blankets and a pillow and Lucky has her own place with a fan. Some life.
Anyway, will write again and send your package the beginning of next week. Tomorrow is taken up by the birthday girl. Love to you dear Paul. GrandmaB.
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
September 11th
Six years ago, it was a regular Tuesday morning for me at Eastern Michigan. Well, it wasn't that regular since my first days of college were just a few days prior. All of that, and all of our lives changed that simple Tuesday morning. It has lead to a change in our stance in the world, our economy, and our way of everyday life. I know it has effected me greatly, look at where I am right now. It was a tragic event, but I believe that we as Americans have risen up from this event and have tried (although in vain at times) to try and make this world better. I, and all of the Soldiers here are trying our damnedest to make the events of one Tuesday never happen again.
I love you all and miss each and every single one of you.
CPT Brown
I love you all and miss each and every single one of you.
CPT Brown
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Something to take your mind off the heat....
Paul,
Sorry I haven't posted but I have been busy with trying to finish my little Pole Barn Office. While we have not had anything like your kind of heat, we have had plenty of humidity and the local Red Cross is using mosquito's for gathering blood. But those of us here in the Midwest know, wait a while and the weather will change. So after living for a few months with all of that lovely heat, here is a reminder of winter. Actually the feeling of someone after a little too much winter.
Another little pearl of wisdom, remember it is not the size of the dog in the fight but the size of the fight (or ahhhm... desire) in the dog. In the Words of our Commander in Chief, never misunderestimate your enemy.
Also your are in a dangerous place, so keep your head down and don't do anything foolish, like this....
Finally some good news on the home front, after 9/11 the FAA decided to allow Airline Pilots to carry guns on board, this is my kind of Airline Captain!
I looked over your list and am putting together a package. Take care and BE SAFE!
Pete
Sorry I haven't posted but I have been busy with trying to finish my little Pole Barn Office. While we have not had anything like your kind of heat, we have had plenty of humidity and the local Red Cross is using mosquito's for gathering blood. But those of us here in the Midwest know, wait a while and the weather will change. So after living for a few months with all of that lovely heat, here is a reminder of winter. Actually the feeling of someone after a little too much winter.
Another little pearl of wisdom, remember it is not the size of the dog in the fight but the size of the fight (or ahhhm... desire) in the dog. In the Words of our Commander in Chief, never misunderestimate your enemy.
Also your are in a dangerous place, so keep your head down and don't do anything foolish, like this....
Finally some good news on the home front, after 9/11 the FAA decided to allow Airline Pilots to carry guns on board, this is my kind of Airline Captain!
I looked over your list and am putting together a package. Take care and BE SAFE!
Pete
9-11-'07 -- From Grandma
Dear Paul,
Just deleted an entire update from me. I'm sure it is presently roaming around outerspace at this minute. I hope I manage to get this to you without another blog winging into the "ether".
Anyway, just sent the first of many boxes your way. Spent last week with Tannie and her familia and got hints as to send boxes. Sent the basics in your request. You may hide the big bags of M&M's and I added a few small packages for your men. There are some oddments also for you to pass around if you don't like them. M'wave popcorn boxes were included and there are four more here waiting for the next shipment. Just let me know if they pop. As hot as it is, they may pop before reaching you.
I will be on the hunt for the tea and the Kona. Trader Joe's store near me carries Kona as does Meijer so if that's what you want it's easy to get. If you think of any other oddments, just post them. Very few goodies we can't find here.
I am going to try the pretzels next week. Bought the white chocolate and wee pretzels. I will try sealing them with my FoodSaver and send them that way. If they do melt, just pop the packages in the freezer or fridge to harden. If that works, I will try cookies. Just can't send the Hershey Kisses. The Kisses would melt and make a royal mess. Sara and I baked some Kiss cookies last week and Andy "somehow" managed to sneak away with the last of the batch. Now how did he do that?
Little Harmony is such a sweetie. Just smiles and drools all the time. Joey enjoys playing. I tease him with my "Indiana" bugs and he thinks that is such a hoot. Andy and I went to breakfast one morning and found a play dough kit that made spiders so he now has some "real" Indiana bugs to play with. That was cool. And, of course, when I am at Cracker Barrel I have to search for things to bring home and wouldn't you know all the Halloween goods are on display. Love that time of the year. Already have pumpkins and a witch on display.
Glad to see Hedgie is well. Take good care of him and if he has any specific requests, just pass them on. Such a guy.
Will write again later. Love and kisses to you. Love, Grandma Brown
Just deleted an entire update from me. I'm sure it is presently roaming around outerspace at this minute. I hope I manage to get this to you without another blog winging into the "ether".
Anyway, just sent the first of many boxes your way. Spent last week with Tannie and her familia and got hints as to send boxes. Sent the basics in your request. You may hide the big bags of M&M's and I added a few small packages for your men. There are some oddments also for you to pass around if you don't like them. M'wave popcorn boxes were included and there are four more here waiting for the next shipment. Just let me know if they pop. As hot as it is, they may pop before reaching you.
I will be on the hunt for the tea and the Kona. Trader Joe's store near me carries Kona as does Meijer so if that's what you want it's easy to get. If you think of any other oddments, just post them. Very few goodies we can't find here.
I am going to try the pretzels next week. Bought the white chocolate and wee pretzels. I will try sealing them with my FoodSaver and send them that way. If they do melt, just pop the packages in the freezer or fridge to harden. If that works, I will try cookies. Just can't send the Hershey Kisses. The Kisses would melt and make a royal mess. Sara and I baked some Kiss cookies last week and Andy "somehow" managed to sneak away with the last of the batch. Now how did he do that?
Little Harmony is such a sweetie. Just smiles and drools all the time. Joey enjoys playing. I tease him with my "Indiana" bugs and he thinks that is such a hoot. Andy and I went to breakfast one morning and found a play dough kit that made spiders so he now has some "real" Indiana bugs to play with. That was cool. And, of course, when I am at Cracker Barrel I have to search for things to bring home and wouldn't you know all the Halloween goods are on display. Love that time of the year. Already have pumpkins and a witch on display.
Glad to see Hedgie is well. Take good care of him and if he has any specific requests, just pass them on. Such a guy.
Will write again later. Love and kisses to you. Love, Grandma Brown
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
Labor Day Weekend in Plano
This past weekend we celebrated Dad and Nathan's birthdays. Since we had a nice 3-day weekend, we were able to get a lot of pool time in. We have videos to share, but I couldn't get them to upload onto here.
Natalie is getting so big. She is smiling A LOT and likes to suck on her middle and ring fingers instead of her thumb! It is very cute! Here are some pictures from the weekend.
Natalie is getting so big. She is smiling A LOT and likes to suck on her middle and ring fingers instead of her thumb! It is very cute! Here are some pictures from the weekend.
Natalie on Papa John's legs
Natalie sitting on Aunt Erin while Daddy (Nathan) opens present
Playing Monkey in the Middle with Jess and Nathan
Dad and Nathan's Cake
Jess, Kelly, Dad, Me, and Nathan. Dad wanted to dig in too early!
I have finished my 16 sessions with my personal trainer. It was well worth the money! I have made great progress, and plan to keep going! Now Sarah and I are just on our own!
Natalie sitting on Aunt Erin while Daddy (Nathan) opens present
Playing Monkey in the Middle with Jess and Nathan
Dad and Nathan's Cake
Jess, Kelly, Dad, Me, and Nathan. Dad wanted to dig in too early!
I have finished my 16 sessions with my personal trainer. It was well worth the money! I have made great progress, and plan to keep going! Now Sarah and I are just on our own! The students at school are getting better, although the staff and school itself are not!
I am thinking about going back to get my masters degree.
I hope everyone is doing well.
Paul, I love you more than you will ever know!
~Erin
Sunday, September 2, 2007
Special Delivery From The IZ
One Truck Was Dedicated to The Hedgehogs Return Mission!
So Glad To Have Him Back!
Had To Put Him In The Cooler To Chill Off!
Had To Put Him In The Cooler To Chill Off!
Pictures of 2nd Convoy
Me Reading Over The Mission and a Map of the IZ
Moving Out To The SP Point
Catching Some Zzzz Until We SP
Hedgehog In-front of Crossed Sabers
Hedgehog and I In-Front of "Gunner Palace"
Hedgehog In-front of Crossed Sabers
Hedgehog and I In-Front of "Gunner Palace"
Thank You!
To All,
Tanya, thank you for the package! The Slims Jim's are going quick (which is good cause I hid the M&M's in a fridge I bought). The body was leaked a little, but being in a plastic bag saved the rest of the stuff (except the US News & World Report was a little soapy). The program was nice to see and Todd being back in football is nice. I am glad to see he picked up back up so well (too bad the teams has lost two games). I saw the tattoo's and they look very nice, (dad would have approved). I look forward to some pictures of Rachael's soccer and some of Sara studying. I really miss all you guys.
So, life here is going back and forth. We are getting ahead, but when we do, we get into trouble from our higher-ups. This is do to them having to react to us and not the other way around. I love LOGISTICS! I was living in a trailer here (very very nice), but I was living in it "under-the-radar" and was told to move out and back into a tent (very very crappy). We are being told by the mayor cell that we should be in trailers by October/November (right when the rainy season hits!).
I really miss all of you guys and cannot wait till my 15 months in Hell are over! time is going by fast, but still not fast enough. I will give you all a call when I can. Erin, I love you and miss you the most, and cannot wait to hold you and wind-up my little Trotsky!
CPT Brown
Tanya, thank you for the package! The Slims Jim's are going quick (which is good cause I hid the M&M's in a fridge I bought). The body was leaked a little, but being in a plastic bag saved the rest of the stuff (except the US News & World Report was a little soapy). The program was nice to see and Todd being back in football is nice. I am glad to see he picked up back up so well (too bad the teams has lost two games). I saw the tattoo's and they look very nice, (dad would have approved). I look forward to some pictures of Rachael's soccer and some of Sara studying. I really miss all you guys.
So, life here is going back and forth. We are getting ahead, but when we do, we get into trouble from our higher-ups. This is do to them having to react to us and not the other way around. I love LOGISTICS! I was living in a trailer here (very very nice), but I was living in it "under-the-radar" and was told to move out and back into a tent (very very crappy). We are being told by the mayor cell that we should be in trailers by October/November (right when the rainy season hits!).
I really miss all of you guys and cannot wait till my 15 months in Hell are over! time is going by fast, but still not fast enough. I will give you all a call when I can. Erin, I love you and miss you the most, and cannot wait to hold you and wind-up my little Trotsky!
CPT Brown
Saturday, September 1, 2007
Charlow Update
Well, it has been a busy few weeks. We are getting ready for school to start (Yeah from mom!! - Can't wait to get my quite home office back) on Tuesday. Rachael is starting middle school and Todd is going to be a junior.
Todd has started football and there have been two games. They have lost both by 1 touchdown. The first game Todd did play a little but not very much and the 2nd game he played almost the whole game. He is doing very well and we are very proud of his hard work to get back on the field after taking 2 years off. Quite an accomplishment to be such a part of the game after a hiatus for golf. Boys golf in Michigan has been moved to the spring due to a lawsuit brought against MHSAA by a few girls parents who stated that the girls were not being treated equally. Anyways, it worked for Todd as he can now play all the sports he loves - football, basketball and golf.
Rachael should be starting soccer here pretty soon - she can not wait to start middle school next week. She now has a new cell phone that is capable of calling anyone rather than her old 4 number phone. She thinks she is big stuff now. Actually, she is calling/texting Mike and I all the time. Erin, if you want send her a text - her number is still the same - she would love it!
Sara is gone for the weekend. She went up with Matt (boyfriend of 5 years) to move him in for his second year of college at Michigan Tech. She will be home on Monday and miss him until he comes home for the holidays. We will all miss him! She has started her fall term at LCC and seems to like the classes that she has.
Todd & I went and got our tattoos last night. I was very nervous but it was not as bad as I had anticipated. I will post a photo later. It was a neat mother/son/father excursion. Mike came and held our hands. Actually, he liked watching the procedure!
Paul, I sent a package out to you on Wednesday - just curious when you receive it. It has lots of goodies in it. Putting together another on for you now.
Well, enough babbling for now - (Grandma you might be rubbing off, hahaha) take care to all. We love you.
Mike & Tanya
Sara, Todd & Rachael
Todd has started football and there have been two games. They have lost both by 1 touchdown. The first game Todd did play a little but not very much and the 2nd game he played almost the whole game. He is doing very well and we are very proud of his hard work to get back on the field after taking 2 years off. Quite an accomplishment to be such a part of the game after a hiatus for golf. Boys golf in Michigan has been moved to the spring due to a lawsuit brought against MHSAA by a few girls parents who stated that the girls were not being treated equally. Anyways, it worked for Todd as he can now play all the sports he loves - football, basketball and golf.
Rachael should be starting soccer here pretty soon - she can not wait to start middle school next week. She now has a new cell phone that is capable of calling anyone rather than her old 4 number phone. She thinks she is big stuff now. Actually, she is calling/texting Mike and I all the time. Erin, if you want send her a text - her number is still the same - she would love it!
Sara is gone for the weekend. She went up with Matt (boyfriend of 5 years) to move him in for his second year of college at Michigan Tech. She will be home on Monday and miss him until he comes home for the holidays. We will all miss him! She has started her fall term at LCC and seems to like the classes that she has.
Todd & I went and got our tattoos last night. I was very nervous but it was not as bad as I had anticipated. I will post a photo later. It was a neat mother/son/father excursion. Mike came and held our hands. Actually, he liked watching the procedure!
Paul, I sent a package out to you on Wednesday - just curious when you receive it. It has lots of goodies in it. Putting together another on for you now.
Well, enough babbling for now - (Grandma you might be rubbing off, hahaha) take care to all. We love you.
Mike & Tanya
Sara, Todd & Rachael
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