FOUR

26JUN07. Tuesday. Got the Golf Clubs and am having a blast. Still having a good time messing around with them. Did manage to set-up a putting course. That’s fun. And a good way to blow some time. Managed to get to the Post Office today. Finally got rid of some boxes which were laying around. I’m amazed at the stuff that collects. So, I’m doing my best at getting rid of the accumulated junk. Did manage to chat with the bride last night. Was a wonderful update on the homefront. Just back from Chow. Had some chicken. First in a long, long time. Well, I’ll sign off for now. Take Care. Doug

OOPS

24-25JUN07. Sunday-Monday. I’ve been so busy that I missed a couple of days. My humble apologies.

DELAY IN GAME

23JUN07. Saturday. Well it’s official. I was unable to get onto the Net again last night. My intent was to upload the Blog. Due to circumstances beyond my control, I failed miserably. Will try to upload again tonight. Still have a ride in mind over this weekend. But, with the workload, it will probably have to wait. I am really enjoying the folks I’m with. Great bunch of chaps to work with. Everyone is working their tail off. I mean everyone. Will try to watch the Exorcist of Mary Rose (or something like that). Ter, I hope your procedure went well. Will try to keep everyone in the loop. Take care. Love Doug.

EUREKA

22JUN07. Friday. Failed to update the blog last night. Just became inundated with work. Will try again tonight. Did however, find a couple of gifts for the girls….Finally. I have been looking high and low for just the right thing for the girls. Didn’t think they would like Spiders, Scorpions, etc. But, I did find what I believe to be just the right thing. Really enjoying the snacks and crossword puzzles. I actually look forward to completing them during small respites. Getting ready to watch “The Exorcist”. Won’t last through the movie. I’m sleepy already. Couple of buddies and I are gonna try and get out to take some pics this weekend. Will take the truck and find some decent scenery. Initially, we wanted to get some golf balls and hit them into the Mine Field. But, no Golf Balls nor Club. So, the next best thing is to go 4-wheeling. Will let you know how it turns out. Take care. Will write when I can. Will try to update the Blog tonight.
Love those who Love me…Doug

THE NEVER ENDING STORY

21JUN07. Thursday. Last Night went by quickly. The entire Unit was working feverishly throughout the night. Daylight quickly turned into afternoon. Still, I’m simply amazed at how quickly the time is going by. I also reflect back on how neat some of the folks I work with are. I have one guy who is a Colorado State Trooper. Another is a Real Estate Broker from California who is 6 credits shy of a Jurist Doctorate. All in all, a bunch of really neat people. I’m pretty honored to serve with. Well, enough with the Flag Waving. Got some shot yesterday for Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Hepatitis. The Shot Still hurts a little. Watched Jennifer 8. Kinda so-so movie. Just enough to get me sleepy. Well, I know this is not much. But, did want to put some words to paper. Love to all who love me. Doug

CANDY LITTLE BOY?

20JUN07. Wednesday. Just finished a flick with Demi More called Half Light. Don’t waste your time nor money on it. Unless of course there is absolutely nothing else to watch. Man o Man did that movie suck. Also got a package from Dad & Pat. Thanks Guys. The Koolaid, Licorice, and News Journal will not last long. But, does hit the sweet tooth. Don’t believe I’ve ever created as many Power Point Presentations in my life. But, if we are gauging the war on the number of Briefs required, we win hands down. Hope all is well. Oh, I was one of the luck recipients to get yet another Shot. This one for some disease from some country. All I know is it aches. Well, I’m getting ready to Crash. Luv you all. Doug

MINIMUM WAGE

19JUN07. Tuesday. Managed to talk with the family last night. Guess the boy is starting his trip down south with his grandparents. The middle girl got her Certificate to Crash our Cars, and the Eldest Girl still has no JOB. Still, was great to hear them on the phone. Also chatted with the wife for some time. Was a pretty good chat, until we broke down and started to cry. Had to end the call after that. Did manage to end out the night on a good note. Well, now I’m back at the Hootch. Trying to finish the movie I started yesterday. Hopefully, I’ll be successful. Doug

A PROUD HUSBAND AND FATHER

18JUN07. Monday. I am absolutely astounded by the number of compliments I receive on the photos of our family. I am “almost” at a loss of words when folks say that. What I do know, is that we sorely miss each other…Well, enough of the sad stuff. It’s been a really busy night. Not much time for me to even take a pause. Still, it’s better to be busy. The time goes by quickly. Moreover, the work is really rewarding. On the buddy front, I am able to still get email from my buddies back in the US. Got some email jokes about golfing from the golf group. Some semi-nude pics from my navy buddies (thanks for getting my in trouble guys), as well as well-wishes from colleagues at work. All which translate into the fact that I am being missed. I know in my heart that I miss you guys. Well, it’s been a long, long, night. I’ll kick back, eat some cheerios, and watch “Where Eagles Dare”. Take Care for now. Doug

AN OPPORTUNITY TO EXCEL

17JUN07. Sunday. Happy Fathers Day “Officially”. Guess the family will be celebrating the occasion with a outdoor BBQ. Sounds like the best thing on a lazy summer day. Raise a Toast to all the Dads for me. Boss brought me into the office yesterday. Game me an opportunity to excel. What does that mean? More work, same pay. Just doesn’t get any better. Getting pretty tired. Gonna Crash here in a minute. Just wanted to say hi, you guys are in my thoughts. Oh, before I forget. I get the best compliments regarding our a couple of our family pics I brought to work. Just to let you know. I, of course already know that…I’m kinda biased. Well, good night. Doug

THE WINDY CITY

16JUN07. Saturday. What a Windy Day. The Gusts are incredible. The howling outside is pretty neat. Didn’t get a chance to watch a flick today. It has been a hectic day. Can’t go into lots of details. However, I will say that I am ready to crash right now. Did have a wonderful chat with my bride. Really left me with an enduring smile. I warmly think back to our chat. The kids are pitching in to help, That is a big step. I really like that. Well, I’m exhausted. Will crash Love Doug

SCARY MOVIE

15JUN07. Friday. TFIG. Only two more days til Monday….Just finished watching a scary movie called “High Tension.” Save your money. If it wasn’t free, I would not be watching it. God, what a crummy movie. Some of my Hootch mates have departed yesterday. What they left was quickly picked over by the few who remained behind. I snagged a couple of plastic storage bins for my buddy. Heard someone else getting the 3 coat hangers. Just as soon as the Rack was cold, somebody else was quickly filling the void. Last Saturday we took a truck and went out for an adventure. Might just do the same thing shortly. A couple of the golfers here are scheming to get a club, couple of balls, and a makeshift driving range. This should be interesting if we pull it off. I’ll certainly keep you in the loop. Might be quite interesting. Well, will be uploading the Blog tomorrow. Hope all is well. Doug

SHIPSHAPE

14JUN07. Thursday. Still enjoying the Father’s Day Package. Bit by Bit. Piece by Piece. Thanks for the wonderful gesture. It really makes me happy to be a dad and husband. Got to the Exchange and got a haircut finally. Was starting to look like a hippie. While there, I bumped into a Chief I met at Fort McRae. We got caught up for a few minutes. His job in the Navy is doing paperwork, such as evaluations and awards. He offered to review my evaluations and awards while here. What a nice gesture. So, that said. I think I’ll hammer away at my evaluations while I can and rely on the expert to review. Again, what a nice gesture. As I think back, I was his Squad Leader while we were playing Army. I guess I didn’t tic-off too many folks while there. On a separate note, lots of folks are flying back tonight. I said a handful of goodbyes. Well, my turn is in the distant future. Well, think I’ll crash for now. Take Care and Thanks for the Well Wishes and Love. Doug

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY

13JUN07. Wednesday. My, how time flies. Lots of folks leaving in a few days. The place is a-buzz with activity. People are packing, saying goodbye, etc. I’m a little envious. Will try to get to the Base Exchange for a Haircut tomorrow. Gotta keep my golden locks trimmed. Received my Father’s Day Package last night. The box was chocked-full of goodies. Chips, candies, and goodies. The kids sent some personalized items. Shannon a wonderful framed pic of her as a BABY. Kris sent a Neat Pillow-thingy???? Ryan sent a neat card with some warmly felt words. Terri also sent a wonderful card. Lastly, Phyl sent some crosswords from the Paper. Thanks to all. It was timely and well received. I love you all. Will try to call tonight and also relay my thanks and love. Take Care for Now. Doug

ROAD TRIP

12JUN07. Tuesday. Looks like the Seabees are remodeling again. Good thing too, I was sleeping okay. Nothing like a little banging to lul you to sleep. Called Terri last night, got thru on the first try. Sounds like the kids are well occupied. The girls are doing their thing. The boy is doing his. And, we’re somewhere in the middle. Guess, we are “maintaining.” Terri is doing a wonderful job at keeping everything together. Don’t know how she does it. My hat goes off to her. Aunt Sharon responded to the Blog Yesterday. I replied in kind. Sound as if my parents are taking a road trip south for a visit. Our boy is included in the Road Trip. Sounds like a wonderful time in the making. Hope all goes well. Take Care for now. Doug

MOVIE NITE

11JUN07. Monday. Well, ate the last of my local food. It was a definite change from the bland Dining Hall food. I savored every bit. Did show up early to work to watch a Movie. Turned out to be the movie “300”. Kinda like a cartoon. I didn’t really like it. However, it did remove me from work for about 1 ½ Hours. So, it was a welcomed “team-building event”. Just back from the PT. Will finish watching the James Bond DVD then crash. Another successful day past. Will post the blog on the web tonight. Take care. Doug