I can say after 8 years in the Army, there is nothing like going home! Even if it's a brief visit, it is always great to be at home. But after two years in Japan, it is even more exciting. Not only for seeing our families but for being in the US. I miss SOOOOO much! Like: my car, Target, 24 hour stores that aren't 7-11's, SHOPPING, American food, being able to read a menu and order without pointing, malls, the sun rising at a reasonable hour...So many things.
In just 5 days (Holy Hannah!) we will be on plane heading home. I started to freak out when Rori's passport got here at the last minue. But we all have passports, tickets, and so far no one is sitting next to us on the plane! I am really looking forward to arriving back in the states and seeing my family. I have missed everyone so much, and I can't wait for everyone to meet my new little princess. I have been having wonderful dreams about seeing everyone again.
::Happiness::
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Thursday, June 11, 2009
The two year itch
After being in the Army eight years, and having moved five times, it seems only natural every two years to start wonder "What next?".
Japan is the longest we will have ever been in one place. Right now we are comming to that two year mark! We have never made it to the two year mark without being on orders to go someplace else. It is honestly a bit un-nerving not to know where we go for here, even though I know we still have two years left. It's getting to that point though, where your friends start to move and new people start to come in and you are the person whose been here "forever".
I have already been looking at housing at our next possible locations, and checking out the bases on-line. It seems silly to be looking so early, but I can't seem to help it. I want to have a plan, I want to know what to expect. But that won't happen for at least another year. I am half hoping we get recruiting duty next, so we can be fairly close to home. I really really miss my family and would love the ability to visit often. And my hubby would be away from Iraq/Afganistan for another three year. The othe half of me however doesn't want to go three years with my hubby working 5-9 and the kids barley seeing him for some very important years on their lives. And yet, they wouldn't see him for 12-15 months straight it he went to the sandbox. :sigh: I hate thinking about this stuff, but I can't seem to help it. Every two year it is there without fail "So what happens now, where am I going to."
Japan is the longest we will have ever been in one place. Right now we are comming to that two year mark! We have never made it to the two year mark without being on orders to go someplace else. It is honestly a bit un-nerving not to know where we go for here, even though I know we still have two years left. It's getting to that point though, where your friends start to move and new people start to come in and you are the person whose been here "forever".
I have already been looking at housing at our next possible locations, and checking out the bases on-line. It seems silly to be looking so early, but I can't seem to help it. I want to have a plan, I want to know what to expect. But that won't happen for at least another year. I am half hoping we get recruiting duty next, so we can be fairly close to home. I really really miss my family and would love the ability to visit often. And my hubby would be away from Iraq/Afganistan for another three year. The othe half of me however doesn't want to go three years with my hubby working 5-9 and the kids barley seeing him for some very important years on their lives. And yet, they wouldn't see him for 12-15 months straight it he went to the sandbox. :sigh: I hate thinking about this stuff, but I can't seem to help it. Every two year it is there without fail "So what happens now, where am I going to."
Monday, June 8, 2009
I should have thought of this years ago!
It would have been bright to start writing this blog two years ago when we first moved to Japan. Or even earlier, seeing as we move around so much, to help keep everyone updated on our lives. I'm not even sure where to start! lol. I suppose I will update on everyone individualy.
The newest member of our family, Aurora Kathryn, is now 2 and a half months old and growing up super fast! She is a real joy and a beautiful addition to our family. She had her first giggle yesterday (See link below) and it was ADORABLE! She is a great sleeper, which helps mommy out alot, and usually only wakes up once through the night.
Alex is 3 now!! ACK, I have a 3 year old! I still can't believe how big he is. He is crazy, and 3! He is so sweet with his new little sister and truly loves her. He smothers her in kisses every day, and takes great joy in her in general. He is so smart, and amazes me every day at the things he knows. He is well versed in using a computer, and plays his own games on a regular basis. He is also starting to READ! Holy Hannah! He knows all of his letter sounds and, other than confusing C and K, he can tell you what letter most words start with. I am looking forward to watching him grow and see where his life takes him.
Apollo is currently at BNCOC, an Army school, training. He got promoted to E-6, staff sergent, last year. And is currently NCO-IC of his Dixie band and here in Japan. Which he loves, of course. The joy of being stationed here in Japan, he gets to perform alot.
Me, well I'm doing the Mommy thing. Keeping up with two kidlets has been challenging, but so rewarding. I can't imagine my life without these perecious angels in it. I have truly been blessed in more ways then I can count. Being stationed in Japan has been very hard for me. I miss my family so much. But, I have made a few great friends here that have really helped me survive. Still, I am looking forward to flying home in just 17 days! I can't wait to be in the states again for soooo many reasons.
The newest member of our family, Aurora Kathryn, is now 2 and a half months old and growing up super fast! She is a real joy and a beautiful addition to our family. She had her first giggle yesterday (See link below) and it was ADORABLE! She is a great sleeper, which helps mommy out alot, and usually only wakes up once through the night.
Alex is 3 now!! ACK, I have a 3 year old! I still can't believe how big he is. He is crazy, and 3! He is so sweet with his new little sister and truly loves her. He smothers her in kisses every day, and takes great joy in her in general. He is so smart, and amazes me every day at the things he knows. He is well versed in using a computer, and plays his own games on a regular basis. He is also starting to READ! Holy Hannah! He knows all of his letter sounds and, other than confusing C and K, he can tell you what letter most words start with. I am looking forward to watching him grow and see where his life takes him.
Apollo is currently at BNCOC, an Army school, training. He got promoted to E-6, staff sergent, last year. And is currently NCO-IC of his Dixie band and here in Japan. Which he loves, of course. The joy of being stationed here in Japan, he gets to perform alot.
Me, well I'm doing the Mommy thing. Keeping up with two kidlets has been challenging, but so rewarding. I can't imagine my life without these perecious angels in it. I have truly been blessed in more ways then I can count. Being stationed in Japan has been very hard for me. I miss my family so much. But, I have made a few great friends here that have really helped me survive. Still, I am looking forward to flying home in just 17 days! I can't wait to be in the states again for soooo many reasons.
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