30 August 2009

Army Life

I'm a little unhappy with some experiences I've had so far with the army. Mainly army wives! I don't understand why there is always so much talk and complaining about people. It's really frustrating because no matter what anyone says someone always turns it around and makes you out to be a bad person. I thought I left that behind in high school and even college. It's really discouraging because I don't want to go to different events because of it. Oh well. I guess that's just life anyway

28 August 2009

What a mess

For the past few weeks I've been looking for work (again) and still haven't found anything. Bubba doesn't know how to walk nicely on a leash anymore. Oh and my internet and computer keep dying on me. It's been a rough few weeks, but it's all starting to work out I think. I've just attached everything to wires for the computer so it can't keep going in and out with service, I got a few tips on how to train Bubba on the leash, and I just keep applying for work. Eventually someone will get tired of me sending my resume and just hire me! Quinn is doing ok. He made it into Iraq and is just getting all his stuff straightened out. I know it's been pretty crazy for him out there. Things are going well though and he should be able to email or call soon. Other than that, we're 3 weeks in now and still moving along so that's good. If he ever takes any pictures and sends them I will post something! That's all the news I have for now though.

15 August 2009

Kuwait

So just for an update...Quinn made it into Kuwait last weekend. He'll be there for another week or so (from what he's allowed to say anyway). After that it'll be off to Iraq. One week down and about 51 to go. *It doesn't sound as bad counting by week* He does have an address and anyone that is interested I'd be more than happy to give it to you. He won't be able to receive mail for probably another 2 weeks and the place they're staying at only gets supplies every 5 days I think. I guess it might take a while for letters and stuff to go through. That's it for now!

09 August 2009

Deployment Day

So I knew this day would come sooner than later. I just didn't realize how soon it actually was and how unprepared I really felt. I am so proud of what soldiers do for our country and I'm happy Quinn is doing what he loves. I'm just selfish and would like him to come back now! :)
I've made it through about 2 days and within the two days a close family friend has passed away on top of Quinn leaving for a year. It's a test of my strength I guess and I'm working through it and still standing. I'm feeling a lot of stress and I hope it lifts soon. I have a few good friends around here and we'll be planning different things for the weekends to stay busy and I know that will help. Anyone who wants to come up for a visit is more than welcome. Bubba would love company too! Day 3 of approximately 365.

05 August 2009

fun weekend to be followed by a not so fun weekend

My sister and her fiance were here to visit last weekend. They left today and we had a lot of fun. We saw Kenny Chesney on Saturday, had dinner out on Sunday, went up to Seattle Monday and the zoo Tuesday. It was a pretty full weekend and I think everyone involved had a good time. I got to wear a tin foil hat and sit on a piano Friday night...yeah, I don't think those pictures will be coming out anytime soon! Quinn leaves in a couple days for Iraq. This is NOT a fun weekend. I know I'll get through it and he's just fine so it won't be terrible, but let's face it...it won't be fun either. If anyone wants to come up for a few days I'll be more than happy to have you. I need distractions! Anyway, here are a few pictures from the week: