Lately

Our time in Virginia is slowly coming to an end and we're enjoying it thoroughly. I realize my posts don't have much meat to them lately, but sitting down to write is becoming harder and harder. There's so much going on, but I still don't want to forget it. Since we're going to hit the road right before Thanksgiving (no turkey and potatoes for us!), and wanted to spend more time with Kiley and Jared while we are able to, we had a "Thanksgiving Weekend" a week ago. 

We enjoyed a couple of walks in the slightly cooler, but still beautiful Virginia weather. We walked at Government Island (with our very impatient dog who stole the attention of nearly everyone we passed on the trail) and explored Stafford's Civil War Park.

We saw a bird. And ate a bird.

And, we sat down and enjoyed a delicious meal like a family would- complete with a fresh-baked apple pie from Kiley.

 It was a great weekend- we're very lucky to have been close to a friend and a family member, even after moving across the country. The next weekend was the birthday ball. Every November, the Marines celebrate the anniversary of their "birth." This year, we celebrated the 238th Birthday at a ball in Richmond. All TBS students and staff were there, from several companies. This meant a huge crowd- almost 3000 in attendance. 

It was the first ball for both of us and we truly had a great time. We enjoyed the traditional ceremonies, a meal, socializing, and "dancing." I think those of us associated with Delta Company were also enjoying a "last hurrah" and pre-celebration since we were so close to the end of the POI. Soon, we'll all be heading in different directions as our husbands complete training for their MOS.




























Two great weekends in a row...and now we're finishing up all of the details of our move. These six months have gone by so fast, but we're gearing up for Florida!