Stuff and junk

Oh how long it's been since I've updated this blog. All I really have to say lately is about the Monkey so I never update about US.
Justin starts a new job on Monday. YAY. I am SO ready for him to be working full time again (and so is our checkbook). And tomorrow he'll be turning in his application packet to the US Air Force. I am praying like a MANIAC that he gets in. His recruiter has been encouraging and seems to think he has a good chance. All our other experiences with USAF recruiters have been "Sorry, you'll never get in with such-and-such problem". Negative Ned's.
He's been working out everyday trying to prepare for Basic Training. He stopped taking medication for his heartburn and has promised himself he's going to be TOUGH and not whine about it. I can see that working out is REALLY improving both his mood and his stomach issues (which I've always thought were mostly the result of stress).
So here's hoping he gets passed thru MEPS and can hack boot camp. Because we are BOTH really looking forward the benefits the military provides...in spite of all the rough stuff we may have to endure, especially in the first year.

I'm excited for the holidays. Especially Thanksgiving. I'm looking forward to a lazy day with my ginormous family and micsellaneous friends that always make their way over. And of course...the FOOD. Our last holiday season as a family of 2. Sigh.

XOXO
Natalie

"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning to dance in the rain."