MIA

Hey ya'll! I apologize that I have been neglecting my blog lately, but surely you understand. Mike has arrived home safe and sound. It is so wonderfully amazing having him home. God is so good and faithful and not only did he bring him home safe, he brought him home a better man. Mike really used his time in Iraq to grow in his walk with Christ and trying to be the man that God wants him to be. It is so evident in our life here at home.

We have had an amazing homecoming, mini vacation, and Thanksgiving. We are gearing up to go on our family cruise next week and then off to the Mouse House. I will try to post more with some pictures later this week.

Thanks for your prayers and support. We would not have made it without you all. We love you!

Mike, Annissa, and Kate

Praise God! 1 more day

Well, we only have one more day until Mike arrives back in Chattanooga! Praise God! I love the fact that I can call him on his cell phone or that he has been sending me text messages! It is amazing! I have so many little things to do tomorrow to finish getting ready for his homecoming. Check out my TO DO list:

1. Get his truck detailed.
2. Wash all the clothes.
3. book our room in Pigeon Forge
4. pack bags for Pigeon Forge for Kate and I
5. Mani/pedis for both Kate and I
6. buy groceries (haven't done this in a while)
7. finish details for homecoming celebration at Reserve Center
8. Hang sign
9. pay some bills
10. try not to go crazy (this will be accomplished by a massage tomorrow just for me!)
11. hope I can sleep tomorrow night

Also, check out www.timesfreepress.com for some articles on the unit's homecoming!

I will post pictures next week! Love ya'll!

OMG He will be home SUNDAY!!!

I CAN'T BELIEVE IT! I got a phone call Saturday with the news that Mike will be home this coming Sunday. God is so good! This is almost an entire week earlier than expected. Kate and I are all a flutter with activity to get the house and ourselves ready. Please pray that all of the flights will take place and that there are no glitches to push back the timeline.

God is good! Mike will be home by this time next week!

Love ya'll!

Halloween

Trunk or Treat with Hannah Montanna
I wanna be a rock star!

Best of both worlds!

Halloween is always fun but it was a bit subdued this year. With Mike being gone, I didn't hang any lights or get out any decorations. We had Trunk or Treat at church and had a blast. We used a pumpkin bean bag game as our trunk decorations. Kate dressed up as Hannah Montanna and had a blast. She hated the wig but did wear it for a little while. She has way too much candy and we must now find a new home for it.

3 MORE WEEKS!

PRAISE GOD! We only have 3 more weeks until Mike is home with us. This has been the longest separation of our marriage and our Marine Corps career. Life as a Marine Corps family is always challenging but this year has been extra tough. However, God is truly faithful and has pulled us through this. If not for Him, we would all three go insane. I am so grateful to my friends and family who have helped us out in so many ways. I can never truly express the gratitude I feel in my heart for you! May God truly bless each of you. You will be rewarded with many jewels in your crown.

This is a hectic and crazy week but I will try to blog some more of our recent activities. It has been a busy 2 weeks. Lots of fun and work with even more to come.

God bless and we love you all!

A & K

Drowning

I apologize that I have been MIA for a while. Life is very hectic and crazy at the moment. I have been so busy that I have felt like I was drowning. UGH! I love my new job, but I worked everyday last week. My paycheck will be great but I have not had the time to get many other things accomplished.

Mike is coming home in 3 weeks! Yes!! I have so much to do and it seems like not enough time to get it done. So, I will be back after church today to post some musings on the recent activity in the Hackney household.

Have a great Sunday!

Happy Birthday Kate!

Happy 5th Birthday!
The Birthday Princess 10-11-08

Welcome to the world!

10-11-03

It is so hard to believe that 5 years ago on this day our world changed forever. Kate was born! She is the light of our lives and truly a blessing from God. Today began early, as the day did 5 years ago, with Kate waking me up. She was so cute and quietly walked into my room. I sang Happy Birthday and gave her a great big kiss! I then showed her the box that her Daddy sent her and told her about the Birthday Fairy. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, I created a large problem for myself in the future. I created the Birthday Fairy.

Kate was having a rough morning and was sad with Mike being gone today. I had hidden part of her gift in our bathroom overnight so I got the bright idea to mention that I heard some rustling around in there and she should check it out. She was so excited about the possiblity of a Fairy being in our house and her little face just lit up. She loved the clothes, headbands, purse, and DVD's that the Birthday Fairy brought her. So, it is done! I must get a separate gift each year from the Birthday Fairy.

We then spent the day with our friends, the Parkers. Mason's birthday was yesterday so his party was today, also. He had a huge bouncy house with slide set up in the "green space" in our neighborhood, which just happens to be next to our house. So, Kate got 2 parties for the price of one. She, Mason, and the other kids all bounced and played for hours. We then went to the Creative Discovery Museum for Kate's party. It was great! The ME's were wonderful and took care of everything. I have a few pictures to share. Let me know and I will send more!

Blowing out the candles.

Birthday ribbon!

Lots of friends and family joined us to celebrate her day. We returned home and had a great afternoon jumping in the bouncy house and then playing with a few of her gifts. She then put on her new Hannah Montana jammies and was off to bed.

God is so amazing and great! I can not believe how blessed I am to have Kate for a precious and beautiful daughter. She is so kind, thoughtful, and polite. I am so thankful that Mike and I are so lucky. Happy Birthday Baby girl! You are truly a princess!

Wedded Bliss

Kate and the Bride, Kym. Kate and me before the ceremony.
Kate with Dad's GTO. She is ready to roll!
So, this weekend finally arrived. JC & Kym were united in love and marriage on Saturday, Oct 4, 2008. JC is the youth pastor at The Church at Catoosa, where we are priviledged to serve as youth volunteers. Kymmy is so amazing! Kate was flower girl and looked so beautiful and grown up. The ceremony was beautiful and wonderful. I was so honored to be able to attend and share in their joy.


Being involved in the wedding this weekend allowed me the opportunity to reflect on my own marriage and wedding. I am so lucky to be married to an amazing man. Mike is truly my best friend and sould mate. God created him for me and I am so grateful! Over the past 9 years we have had our ups and downs, but our love has grown stronger. I am really more in love with him today than I was the day I married him. Next year is our 10 year anniversary and I am seriously contemplating a vow renewal ceremony. Thoughts on this?

Now it is your turn! Share your love story, I can't wait to hear them!

I've been tagged!

My friend, Deanna, tagged me today, so I will play along. Here's how it works:

List the rules of the game

Tell 6 random things about yourself that others may or may not know
Tag 6 more people at the end of your post
If you're tagged...just do it and play along

Here we go, 6 random things you may or may not about me:
1. I was only born with 1 kidney but didn't find out until I was 18.
2. Mike and I met in a bar in NC.
3. I can not leave the house without my toenails polished. (Thanks to my Alpha Xi sisters!)
4. I really believed that the waterheads lived on Cooperlake Rd and would attack your car if you stopped at the railroad tracks.
5. I absolutly love mexican food! I could eat it 3 times a week.
6. I fell off the school bus one of the few times I rode it in high school and fractured my ankle.

That's all....Now who will I tag??? I'll pick Hollie Hixson, Jamie Worley, Tammy Nolan, Ken Worley, Derek Bruner, Janet Hunt. Alright folks, it's your turn!

What a weekend!

So this was a totally awesome weekend! (yes, my 80's roots are showing!) Friday we had our Awana campout on the church property. Kate and I did not "camp out" as that is a first reserved for her Daddy. Plus, I am a bit "spoiled" as many like to remind me, and my idea of camping out is a motel 6 with shifting wallpaper! LOL Saturday we had soccer and soccer pictures. Kate played very well and earned the Most Effort star for the game.

Saturday afternoon/evening our church went to see Fireproof! This moving is AMAZING!! I encourage anyone and everyone to go see it! It is produced and written by the same people that made Facing the Giants! The acting and filming are much better in this one. The story is applicable to everyone, not just married couples. I went solo (obviously) and it was very moving and touching! Can't wait for Mike to see it too! Loved it! Had a great dinner out with friends after. I came home so my Alabama lovin babysitter could go home to watch the game. I should have stayed out! The Dawgs got a good ol' fashioned butt whoopin! OUCH!

Sunday I had to teach children's church. Let me just say to parents of 3rd & 4th graders, I am praying for you. Also, please don't allow your children to have 1/2 a bottle of syrup on his/her pancakes before church Sunday am. That should be reserved for Saturday mornings only! A nice bowl of oatmeal or some scrambled eggs would better prepare them for Children's Church! I, on the other hand, should have had a large cup of coffee with extra espresso! OMG! The really ironic part- the lesson was on learning to Obey. Yup, not much comprehension took place this day! We then drove to Mableton for Nathan's party. It was so good to see family but I totally forgot how much I hate Atlanta drivers! We then came home just in time for the town meeting at church. TCC Joe has been found and will preach next Sunday! Praise God!

Back to the busy routine that is our life at the moment! We have lots of wedding activities for Kym & JC, soccer, ballet, and such. God is truly good. I can not thank Him enough for our blessings! Mike will be home in just a few short weeks! Love ya'll!

13 on Thursday

13 Random Thoughts running through my head! (Scary, I know!)

1. I can't wait until Mike gets home!
2. I hope that JC & Kym's wedding is amazing next weekend!
3. I am happy that we have found TCC Joe!
4. Kate is truly amazing and wonderful.
5. I love sleeping with the windows open but my neighbors talk too loud late on their porch.
6. I LOVE my new job! God has truly provided an awesome opportunity for me there.
7. I need to get Kate's birthday party invites out tomorrow.
8. I need to finish laundry.
9. Why do dogs always bark incessantly at night when you have to get up at an awful early hour the next day?
10. Is it okay that I only cut my front yard today before it got dark?
11. I still can't believe I hit the pole at Walmart. Anyone know a good body shop that would have pity on me and fix my car- cheap!
12. I hate that I missed the fair this year. It just wouldn't be the same going without Mike.
13. I can't wait until Mike comes home!

Enjoy! What are you thinking about?

Time flies!

As the month of September comes to an end, I am amazed how fast this year seems to be going by. Anytime I am out and mention that I am glad that Sept is almost over, people comment on how fast the year has gone by. I am so grateful to God that this is generally true. Mike has been gone for all but two weeks of 2008 and I am thankful that we are close to welcoming him home. Has anyone noticed how when you are a kid that time moves so slow? Especially during the school year? It always seemed that time was just creeping by. Then summer vacation would arrive and it would go by pretty fast and then back to work with school. Now that I am an adult, time really does move fast. KH will be 5 on October 11! I can not believe that my baby girl is going to be 5! This time with her is moving entirely too fast but thankfully so this year. Her daddy is almost home and we can't wait! Please keep us in your prayers these last few weeks. God is faithful and in control! Praise Him!

Kate's Birthday Party

I want to formally invite anyone who would like to attend to Kate's birthday party. It will be on Oct 11, 2008 at the Creative Discovery Museum. Just shoot me an email or comment and let me know if you will be able to come! I am trying to surround her with people who love her since her daddy will be missing her birthday this year. Please don't feel obligated to bring a gift, this kid has too much stuff already! We just want to hang out and have fun! Hope to see you there!

Shoes!

So, I started my job last week and it is totally amazing! Praise God again for giving me this job! I LOVE IT!! Well, we don't have many dress code requirements, they just ask us to look professional and put together when we go out to represent the Museum. However, we are required to wear closed toe shoes! UGH!! I think this is the only drawback I have found so far. I did not realize that since I usually just stay home and wear sandles or flip flops, that my foot has changed. I can not seem to find a comfortable pair of closed toe shoes. I wore a really cute brown pair I had last week and got 2 blisters, one on each foot! UGH! Now this week, I tried another pair and the toe box hurts my toe joints. UGH! This too will pass, but I guess it is a great excuse to buy some new shoes!! Love that!

My amazing husband!

I have shared before how amazing my husband is and now I have proof! Below, I have pasted the blog that he wrote on his myspace page. Saturday marked the 15th anniversary since Mike joined the Marine Corps. I am so lucky! I know that the next 5 years are going to go by so fast and then we will finally retire! I am so proud of Mike!


15 YEARS DOWN Current mood: anxious
Well I hope that this finds everyone healthy. It is hard to believe that it has been 15 years since I walked onto the yellow footprints at MCRD San Diego. It has been a great 15 years I have made a lot of friends that I will never forget. It has also brought me a beautiful wife and a loving daughter. I can honestly say that I would not change anything about my last 15 years. I just hope and pray that the next 5 are as blessed and happy up until my retirement. I just want to take the time to thank all of the people in my life that have been with me on the journey. I also want thank my wife Annissa and my daughter Kate for being the light of my life and keeping me grounded. Without them I don't think I would be where I am at in my life. No scratch that i know i would not be where I am at in my life. I love you all and hope to see as many freinds as I can when I get back.

Relationships, new beginnings,and more!

As I go through each day, God finds amazing ways to remind me how blessed I am. On Tuesday, while suffering through a horrible head cold, I received a phone call from the Creative Discovery Museum offering me a position in the Education department. I am now an Outreach Educator at the Creative Discovery Museum in Chattanooga. God is so faithful and when we put our trust in Him and wait on His timing, the rewards are amazing! This job is going to be so perfect for me and my family. I will be going into schools and presenting preplanned lessons every week. Check out www.cdmfun.org , the museum's website, to see what we are all about. I am so excited and thankful for this opportunity that God has given me.

As I reflect on God's goodness and gifts, I can not miss the opportunity to reflect on the wonderful relationships that he has given me. First, my parents. Talk about amazing! They rearranged their schedules on Friday to drive to Rossville so they could have lunch with Kate at her school. We then spent the morning at the museum and just hanging out. They stayed and went with us to Kate's soccer game on Saturday. They also helped me out around the house with the "hunny do" list which is temporarily the "daddy do" list in Mike's absence. I can not express how their selfless example over the years has helped shaped my life. I only pray to be half the parent that they are. I love my parents!

I am so blessed to have the best daughter in the entire world. I know that all parents feel this way, but I am serious! Kate is truly amazing and so sweet. While suffering the dreaded head cold stuff that is floating around Chattanooga this week, she took such good care of me. Every afternoon she came over to the sofa where I was confined to, unable to breathe with a terrible headache, and put her head next to mine. She then kissed my cheek and said "I hope you feel better, Mama." The sincerity and love in her voice and eyes was so amazingly touching. She was so good hanging out in the house with me this week and never complained if we couldn't do something we would usually do due to me being sick. She has that inate ability to care for others and sympathize with their situation. I pray that this world does not force that out of her. I will do my best to nurture that gift and help her grow it as she grows. If our world needs more of something, it is definitly compassion!

Mike is truly the most amazing husband and I am so honored and grateful to be his wife. I am amazed at how well he knows and meets my needs even from a zillion miles away. We have such a short time until our reunion and I pray that time moves quickly the next few months. I know it is a cliche, but he does complete me.

I have great friends here in town and online. I would not be able to make it through this lifestyle without you all! Thanks for being so wonderful and supportive! I love you all!

So, while we all get busy, please take time to thank God for the gifts in your life that he has given you. Also, take time to tell those people how special they make your life! Love you!

I'm a soccer mom!

Today was Kate's first soccer game for this year. Last year she played Rec ball and it was much different. All of the kids last year had no clue what to do except for one or two who had previously played. This year in the Upward league, they have practice every week and are actually learning plays and the rules of soccer. These kids are so cute. I really love the fact that they are learning scripture and have devotions both at practice and during the games. She is playing so much more and seems to love it. So, it is official, I am now a soccer mom! Go Owls!!

RIP Dorky

Today is a sad day in the Hackney Household. We lost a beloved family member, Dorky. He was Kate's beta fish that she and her daddy bought before he left. Dorky is now in the big ocean in the sky with his creator. I found him this morning and really should have made a trip to Walmart's fish section. Did I? No, I waited until Kate came home and showed her Dorky lying in state in his bowl. She was very upset and cried, hard. We then had to bury Dorky in the front yard and said a few nice words. More tears, some dirt, and now Dorky lies in his final resting place. When asked, Kate does want to get another fish. I was hoping she would want to wait until Daddy comes home to get one with Daddy, no such luck. So, we are off to Walmart looking for another Beta fish.

Let's have a moment of silence for Dorky Hackney.

Thursday 13

Here are my 13 random thoughts:

1. I can't wait for Mike to come home! Only about 2 more months
2. I am the luckiest mom in the world. Kate is truly amazing!
3. I am the luckiest daughter in the world. My parents' are awesome!
4. I am nervous but excited about a new job.
5. I love my church!
6. I am lonely even when sitting in a room of people.
7. I can't believe that it is only 3 1/2 weeks until Kym and JC's wedding.
8. I need to work out more.
9. I am proud that I am able to take care of my yard all alone.
10. I am sad that a friend let me down today.
11. I am sad that I feel like I let down a friend.
12. I am excited about the election and really pray that America wakes up and makes the best choice.
13. Did I mention that I can't wait for Mike to come home?

Your turn!

Disappointed

I am so disappointed today. I trusted a friend with some sensitive information. This person promised me that what was said was just between us. I found out today that was not the case. After I shared this information with this person, I realized that I might have made a mistake. I thought I could trust this person so that I could share with them. It just hurts because I feel like I was betrayed. I have a flaw and that is that I have always been too trusting. I hate that I now feel like I have to be guarded around this person with what I say. I will continue to pray for my friend, but at least now I know that I have to watch my back. I hate this feeling. I feel like I betrayed someone else while just going to my friend for advice. I feel like I am back in high school and it stinks!

Jobs, friends, and a holiday

God is good and has a funny way of revealing things to me at times. I had my third interview at the Creative Discovery Museum in Chattanooga. I felt like things went very well and they will let me know something next week. This really sounds like such an amazing opportunity for me to use my teaching skills and passions while earning some extra money. I am very grateful for this opportunity. So, now we wait!

I have been so blessed to have truly amazing friends in my life over the years. I am so thankful that even with my nomadic lifestyle, my friends are still there for me when I need them. I am on a major downhill slide in this deployment cycle and we would not have made it without our friends. You know who you are!

The holiday weekend was good! Kate and I went to mom and dad's for the weekend. It is so great to be able to let Kate spend time with her grandparents on a pretty regular basis. It is not the same as living in the same town, but we are so thankful to be this close. We had a great dinner out Friday night at Bugaboo Creek with the whole family (minus Mike.) I am so thankful for my family. I was worried that when Patrick bought his house that we would not see each other as much. However, that was not the case this weekend. We spent a lot of time together watching football, hanging out, and going to Stone Mountain. It was truly awesome.

I don't have any photos from the weekend, unfortunately. I just wanted to give a quick update on life at the Hackney Household. We are officially down to less than 2 months and we are excited! Please continue to pray for Mike, his Marines, and us during this deployment.

God bless and have a great week!

Thursday 13

Well it is Thursday, so here are 13 things I am looking forward to in the coming months!

1. MIKE COMES HOME!!!

2. Seeing Kate jump into her daddy's arms when he comes home.

3. Hopefully getting this outreach educator job

4. Our Disney Cruise and having the whole family together.

5. Kate's 5th birthday.

6. College Football!

7. Shorts and sweatshirt weather.

8. Mike coming home!

9. Spending more time with my family!

10. Kate's first ballet recital

11. Kate's first soccer game of the season.

12. The fair and it's yummy food!

13. Did I mention that Mike was coming home?

So what are you thankful for?

God's Plan vs Mine

Since we moved to the Chattanooga area over a year ago, I have been seriously seeking God's will for me regarding working. I am blessed that at the moment, I can stay home and not work. This time has given me a great opportunity to volunteer with the church, Mike's unit, and Kate's school. This has truly been such a blessing and I am so grateful for these opportunities. However, when Mike comes home, we will need a little extra income. and I truly miss being with students on a daily basis. I have been praying for God's guidance in this area.

I am in the process of applying for a position at the Creative Discovery Museum in Chattanooga. This will be as an outreach educator. If hired, I will go to various schools with preplanned lessons that I will present to students in about an hour. This sounds so perfect to me. I can be in a classroom doing what I truly love to do and still have the flexibilty to be there with Mike and Kate. I have my second interview tomorrow and actually have to teach a lesson to an afterschool group. I am excited yet nervous at the same time.

My dilema is this. Is this God's will for me or my will? I truly want to follow God's will and I believe that this is it for now. This position will give me many of the opportunities that I desire at the moment. Please pray that I will listen to Him and not my own desires. I think this is a dilema that most Christians deal with. I am asking for prayers for me as I go through this process. I am also asking for prayer as I teach a lesson that I have not seen yet and did not prepare myself.

Thank you to all of you who pray for our little family daily! God is so faithful and I know that He is in control. The door He wants to open, He will open. We love you all!

I don't want to grow up

So, we are 5 months into this 7 month deployment that Mike is on. Kate and I are getting used to be "single" girls. It is just us. I love that my daughter and I are so close and that this time allows us to bond in a way that many moms and girls may not get. We are all we have day in and day out. Sometimes, however, it is not all that fun being the only grown up in the house.

Kate is an amazing child who usually listens and follow directions, but come on, she's 4. So sometimes I have to be the "bad guy" I know it is for her benefit, but I miss trading off the role. I also don't relish in the fact that I am the only comforter in the house. Tonight, we read our stories, worked on our Cubbies verses, and said prayers. Kate went to sleep and I begin to surf the internet and decompress from the day. I hear her sobbing loudly and rush to check on her. She is crying because she misses her daddy and is worried about him. My heart is breaking for my little girl. How do I make it all better? How do I explain that daddy is off defending her freedom and rights as an American? Does she really care that her father is considered a hero by many? Not really! She just wants him to be here for her. She needs her hero home to tuck her in, read stories, and say prayers together. So what do I do? I pray to God for the right words to say to comfort my 4 year old. I wrap my arms around her and resist the urge to cry myself and then bring her to my room to sleep tonight. This will solve a problem for both of us. Neither will have to sleep alone tonight.

I have known since the day Mike and I married that this would be our lifestyle. This is the path that God has chosen for us. It is a lonely road and lately it seems to be desolate. There are many people that God has put in our paths for times and seasons. Many people have chosen to take a different path than we have. We love our life and are truly blessed for the experiences that God has given us. But, today I miss having access to my best friends. In a way, I truly miss having best friends. I feel like my lifestyle has cause a rift or seperation from many people in my life. Most people just don't understand what Kate, Mike, and I go through everyday. In the 4 short years that we have been blessed with Kate, Mike has had to miss over 20 months over her life. To some, that may not seem like a lot, but do some math. Almost half of her short life.

Why do I write these things tonight? To vent, to pour out my heart, to ask for prayers. God is in control and is getting us all through this time. I truly think that I love my husband more now than the day that I married him. I am so amazed at the man that God is turning him into. He is truly my Prince Charming. I am grateful that God has continually put wonderful Christian friends and family nearby to help us during the struggle. I am climbing my way back up that mountain and out of this valley but only with the help of the Almighty God. I praise Him for these opportunities to rely on His strength. Mine is not enough.

Pray for us. We love you all and miss you dearly!

I need help!

So I have been venturing into this online world of Myspace, Facebook, and the blogging thing. I am truly loving it! However, it is truly been an awakening for me. I have realized that I am technically challenged. I thought I was pretty good with these types of things. But, as you can see from my boringly decorated blog page and my lack of ability to find "flair" on Facebook, I am painfully inept in this department. So, anyone who wants to take pity on my and help, it would be greatly appreciated. I want a cute blog that really reflects my family's wonderful and kooky personality.

This is what happens when you do not have access to your TV for a few days! LOL So, any volunteers?

Old Friends

Saturday evening, I had the privilege to attend a surprise birthday party for an "old" friend (okay, pun intended) My good friend, Eric, turned 40 and his wife surprised him with party. It was such a great evening. Kate and I went and had a good time. I was able to see some friends that I had basically lost touch with. I so thankful for the opportunity to reconnect with these friends. Back in the day, these guys were all my big brothers. Even though I had a crush on a few, they were always perfect gentlemen and looked out for me during that weird adolescent period we all experience. God has truly blessed me with a wonderful husband who truly treats me like a queen. I truly believe that growing up with these friends helped me see what I needed in a husband. Guys- I love you and hope that we can all stay in better touch. You are my brothers and I have secrets! LOL Love ya'll!

Thursday 13 ( on Friday)

My friend, Hollie, started this trend and I think it is a great idea. Here are 13 random thoughts that are on my mind today.

1. I still can't believe that Kate has started preK this year.
2. It is hard to believe that this deployment is winding down and I am not totally insane, yet.
3. I have 2 job interviews next week, praise God! I am really torn between which job I am more interested in.
4. I am afraid to get a job, I have come to love being at home and not working.
5. I am really nervous for Mike to come home. The readjustment is always crazy.
6. Kate has truly been amazing lately. She is truly a gift from God.
7. I never realized how hard it was to come up with 13 things that are on my mind.
8. I wish my oldest friends and I were in better contact.
9. I love our church! I am praying for TCC Joe to be revealed!
10. I can't wait to retire and move back to Woodstock!
11. I am going to Woodstock this weekend and I am really excited.
12. My brother bought a house and I am so proud of him.
13. This is very revealing and again, more difficult than I thought it would be.

So, that's it. I can't believe that it is so late and I am still up, but I did it! Have a great weekend!

our first blog

So I am new to this blogging phenomenon, but am totally intrigued. I am hoping to use this to keep updated with friends and family. Life as a Marine Corps family keeps us moving around and I feel like we need to catch up with more folks. Well, I hope to get better at this. Join us for this journey!

Mike, Annissa, and Kate