3/19/09-3/22/09
I left 3/19/09 for Family Day. It's kind of a boring drive to KY. I was on only 3 roads the whole way there. The family day ceremony started at 1000 on Friday 3/20/09. All of the soldiers were sitting in the front of the theater. There was a little skit about getting up in the morning and how they do PT and then we watched them march to their barracks. After the finally released them I got to sign Chuck out for the weekend. It was a tearful reunion on my part. I think that's about the happiest I've been in a long time. Chuck had lots of plans for the weekend. Eating, sleeping, eating, sleeping and eating. We went to Applebee's for lunch, pizza for dinner, with apple pie and ice cream for dessert. Shoney's buffet for breakfast, fried chicken for lunch, Chinese for dinner with apple pie and ice cream and then sonic shakes and ice cream before bed. Then waffles for breakfast and Red Lobster for lunch. We relaxed in a park listening to music, till I had to get him back on Sunday. And of course it was a tearful goodbye (on both parts this time). 6 more weeks till a can go to KY and bring him home with me. Can't wait for that. I'm counting down the days again (45). The girls (dogs) weren't sure what was going on when I got home today. They kept smelling me and then running outside to see where I had him hiding. Well, not to much longer and they'll get to see him. Graduation is May 7th, so I'll head down on the 6th. I'll keep everyone posted. Not sure when I'll get my next letter or phone call.
Nel
Monday, March 23, 2009
3/4/09-3/15/09
Sorry, it's been a while since I've posted. Been very busy with a new job and a national registry test that I had to take.
3/4/09
Got fitted for his dress uniform today. They had a full blown inspection of their barracks today, but everything was good. He got letters from me, Grandma and Grandpa Keef, Sean and Cathy. He was very excited about the pics of Gabe and is hanging one up. He is very happy about having the cough and throat drops. He gave me a website that you can look at http://ouroperationappreciation.com/default.aspx A chaplains wife runs it. She takes pictures and posts them. Chuck will be under the F troop pics. I think I spotted him in a pic or 2.
3/5/09
They did a confidence course today that Chuck really enjoyed. After they got back someone did something stupid and the whole platoon got smoked. Fireguard tonight and tomorrow. While on the obstacle course, he got kicked in the eye and face and now has a strawberry/black eye. Warmed up to the 60's and he got a little sun burnt. He went to Catholic bible study tonight.
3/6/09
Went to another range today. They have a night infiltration course tonight. They were told that they were to do a skit making fun of the drill sgt's. It's a tradition supposedly. Their DS, who was off all week, just got back and smoked them. The night course was tonight. It was a sand pit the size of a football field with logs and barbed wire. They had to run over the log, under the barbed wire while they set off explosions. Then they'd set off flares and they had to stay still until it was dark again. The DS impersonation thing didn't go as planned. 4th platoon (Chuck's) was the first to go and the DS's got pissed and smoked them.
3/7/09
Gas chamber today. Chuck said it sucked. The after affects aren't as bad as pepper spray. You feel better after you get fresh air, but it's really bad inside. He said that it takes your breath away and feels like your lungs are on fire. Did a bayonet course today. Started to get smoked tonight, but it was chow time so the smoking ended early.
3/8/09
Went to church today and confession. Had coffee and cookies after the service. He got to pass the offering plate. There is a website www.dropshots.com/perezjc1 that has pics of Chuck. They got told today that their troop is the 2nd best in the history of fort Knox in their marksmanship qualifying scores. After lunch, they got in formation ready for their run, and then stood in formation for 2 and a half hours. The DS's searched their rooms and wall lockers. Chuck said stuff was thrown everywhere and this was the first time he's really been mad since he got there. They ripped some of his pictures. It took an hour and a half to clean up.
3/9/09
Had a road block and check point class today, then a class on IED's and land mines. Got a letter from Gates, Grandma Jean, my mom and 3 from me. Some rooms got switched today so they have a few new guys.
3/10/09
Did a room clearing course today. The barracks that they did this in is the one from the movie stripes. Chuck is really missing his radio. He requested I bring my IPOD for family weekend. Also he wants to take a shower so long that the front desk calls up and tells him that he'll have to get out.
3/11/09
They got in trouble last night and their punishment was not being able to wake up till0450. they usually wake up at 0400. They had to be in formation at 0505. Today they rode on a trail and targets popped up and they had to shoot them from the back of a truck. He got a letter from Gma and pa Keef, and a card and letter from me (and some motorcycle pics he requested).
3/12/09
Studied for testing tomorrow. Then going to march to a location and study more. Bible study tonight. They all got a piece of pizza in honor of Bravo troop graduating next week. Got a letter from Harling, Gareth, and me today. He hung the pic of my motorcycle up today and the DS said that he liked mine the best.
3/13/09
Happy Friday the 13th. Still all first time go's on his tests. He is squad leader again. Getting ready for the 12k road march tomorrow.
3/14/09
12k road march done. They get to go to a local church today for a meal and get to make phone calls so they are excited about that. They all ate a lot at the church and then had to go to chow and eat when they got back. Chuck ate lots of banana bread and cake. No fireguard tonight. We did get to talk on the phone for about 6 minutes so that was nice. They got their berets tonight and are shaping and shaving them to get them ready for family day.
3/15/09
He woke up at 0002 to write Happy Birthday in my letter just so he could be the first one to tell me (even though I didn't get the letter for 3 more days). Went to church. His PT test will be Monday or Tuesday, don't know which yet. All they've done all day is clean and eat. He said he was going to try to get a phone call since it was my b-day and he did actually get to call. We talked for about 9 mins I think.
3/4/09
Got fitted for his dress uniform today. They had a full blown inspection of their barracks today, but everything was good. He got letters from me, Grandma and Grandpa Keef, Sean and Cathy. He was very excited about the pics of Gabe and is hanging one up. He is very happy about having the cough and throat drops. He gave me a website that you can look at http://ouroperationappreciation.com/default.aspx A chaplains wife runs it. She takes pictures and posts them. Chuck will be under the F troop pics. I think I spotted him in a pic or 2.
3/5/09
They did a confidence course today that Chuck really enjoyed. After they got back someone did something stupid and the whole platoon got smoked. Fireguard tonight and tomorrow. While on the obstacle course, he got kicked in the eye and face and now has a strawberry/black eye. Warmed up to the 60's and he got a little sun burnt. He went to Catholic bible study tonight.
3/6/09
Went to another range today. They have a night infiltration course tonight. They were told that they were to do a skit making fun of the drill sgt's. It's a tradition supposedly. Their DS, who was off all week, just got back and smoked them. The night course was tonight. It was a sand pit the size of a football field with logs and barbed wire. They had to run over the log, under the barbed wire while they set off explosions. Then they'd set off flares and they had to stay still until it was dark again. The DS impersonation thing didn't go as planned. 4th platoon (Chuck's) was the first to go and the DS's got pissed and smoked them.
3/7/09
Gas chamber today. Chuck said it sucked. The after affects aren't as bad as pepper spray. You feel better after you get fresh air, but it's really bad inside. He said that it takes your breath away and feels like your lungs are on fire. Did a bayonet course today. Started to get smoked tonight, but it was chow time so the smoking ended early.
3/8/09
Went to church today and confession. Had coffee and cookies after the service. He got to pass the offering plate. There is a website www.dropshots.com/perezjc1 that has pics of Chuck. They got told today that their troop is the 2nd best in the history of fort Knox in their marksmanship qualifying scores. After lunch, they got in formation ready for their run, and then stood in formation for 2 and a half hours. The DS's searched their rooms and wall lockers. Chuck said stuff was thrown everywhere and this was the first time he's really been mad since he got there. They ripped some of his pictures. It took an hour and a half to clean up.
3/9/09
Had a road block and check point class today, then a class on IED's and land mines. Got a letter from Gates, Grandma Jean, my mom and 3 from me. Some rooms got switched today so they have a few new guys.
3/10/09
Did a room clearing course today. The barracks that they did this in is the one from the movie stripes. Chuck is really missing his radio. He requested I bring my IPOD for family weekend. Also he wants to take a shower so long that the front desk calls up and tells him that he'll have to get out.
3/11/09
They got in trouble last night and their punishment was not being able to wake up till0450. they usually wake up at 0400. They had to be in formation at 0505. Today they rode on a trail and targets popped up and they had to shoot them from the back of a truck. He got a letter from Gma and pa Keef, and a card and letter from me (and some motorcycle pics he requested).
3/12/09
Studied for testing tomorrow. Then going to march to a location and study more. Bible study tonight. They all got a piece of pizza in honor of Bravo troop graduating next week. Got a letter from Harling, Gareth, and me today. He hung the pic of my motorcycle up today and the DS said that he liked mine the best.
3/13/09
Happy Friday the 13th. Still all first time go's on his tests. He is squad leader again. Getting ready for the 12k road march tomorrow.
3/14/09
12k road march done. They get to go to a local church today for a meal and get to make phone calls so they are excited about that. They all ate a lot at the church and then had to go to chow and eat when they got back. Chuck ate lots of banana bread and cake. No fireguard tonight. We did get to talk on the phone for about 6 minutes so that was nice. They got their berets tonight and are shaping and shaving them to get them ready for family day.
3/15/09
He woke up at 0002 to write Happy Birthday in my letter just so he could be the first one to tell me (even though I didn't get the letter for 3 more days). Went to church. His PT test will be Monday or Tuesday, don't know which yet. All they've done all day is clean and eat. He said he was going to try to get a phone call since it was my b-day and he did actually get to call. We talked for about 9 mins I think.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Another Phone Call
Chuck got to call today because they did some group running. It was supposed to be 3 miles, but they let him call because he ran the whole time and never stopped. It was about 10 minutes. He is doing OK. Mainly talked about what to do for family day. His battle buddy is sick and now in the hospital with bronchitis. Chuck is trying to stay somewhat healthy.
That's it for now.
That's it for now.
3/2/09-3/3/09
3/2/09
He is still excited about the 25 min. phone call we got the night before. I don't know if I've ever talked to him on the phone that long before. It's 10 degrees outside and they had to do a road march. It's supposed to warm up soon. Movement while firing training today, which he thought was pretty cool. He got the socks and throat drops I sent( he asked for them). He was able to have the socks, but not the drops yet. The food is OK, but bland and he's ready for some real food. He has a big plan for family weekend if he gets his pass. Lots of food to eat. White Castle, Applebee's, Chinese, BBQ, Fried Chicken, apple pie and a brownie sundae. Looks like I'll gain 20 lbs. while I'm gone. Another guy has pneumonia. He may have to get recycled and start over again.
3/3/09
Long busy day today. Grenade training. Ran a grenade obstacle course. Then they had an 8k road march. Chuck said that there were some big f****** hills. He's sore now. He did get the throat drops today. They get fitted for dress uniforms tomorrow. Fireguard again tonight.
That's it for now.
He is still excited about the 25 min. phone call we got the night before. I don't know if I've ever talked to him on the phone that long before. It's 10 degrees outside and they had to do a road march. It's supposed to warm up soon. Movement while firing training today, which he thought was pretty cool. He got the socks and throat drops I sent( he asked for them). He was able to have the socks, but not the drops yet. The food is OK, but bland and he's ready for some real food. He has a big plan for family weekend if he gets his pass. Lots of food to eat. White Castle, Applebee's, Chinese, BBQ, Fried Chicken, apple pie and a brownie sundae. Looks like I'll gain 20 lbs. while I'm gone. Another guy has pneumonia. He may have to get recycled and start over again.
3/3/09
Long busy day today. Grenade training. Ran a grenade obstacle course. Then they had an 8k road march. Chuck said that there were some big f****** hills. He's sore now. He did get the throat drops today. They get fitted for dress uniforms tomorrow. Fireguard again tonight.
That's it for now.
2/27/09-3/1/09
2/27/09-2/28/09
Had PT today. Lots of cleaning. Training today and Chuck got to start his first IV. He is enjoying the medical stuff. Finished the first 2 rounds of tests with all 100% first time go's. He also completed the test he was really worried about with a first time go. One more test to go.
3/1/09
Didn't get much sleep. He tossed and turned all night. He's realized that he likes thousand island dressing now. He never used to like it. He told me that I better bring my IPOD with when I come visit, because he really misses not being able to listen to music. They took their platoon picture today. Chuck is in front holding the flag. Fireguard again tonight so losing more sleep. I'm going to send him some pic's of his motorcycle. A few of the guys ride, so he wanted pic's. I figure I'll throw one of mine in just in case he wanted to see it.
That's it for now.
Had PT today. Lots of cleaning. Training today and Chuck got to start his first IV. He is enjoying the medical stuff. Finished the first 2 rounds of tests with all 100% first time go's. He also completed the test he was really worried about with a first time go. One more test to go.
3/1/09
Didn't get much sleep. He tossed and turned all night. He's realized that he likes thousand island dressing now. He never used to like it. He told me that I better bring my IPOD with when I come visit, because he really misses not being able to listen to music. They took their platoon picture today. Chuck is in front holding the flag. Fireguard again tonight so losing more sleep. I'm going to send him some pic's of his motorcycle. A few of the guys ride, so he wanted pic's. I figure I'll throw one of mine in just in case he wanted to see it.
That's it for now.
Monday, March 2, 2009
3/1/09- Phone Call
3/1/09
So I guess all the platoons are playing pranks on each other and stealing rifles. They were told that if they could steal a rifle from one of the other platoons that the person who took it and their battle buddy would get 30 minutes to run to the phone (across the street) make a phone call, and then had to be back inside before the 30 mins was up. So Chuck being the sneak that he is, he snuck in and stole a rifle. So him and Wood got to make phone calls. The rest of the platoon got to make calls too, but they had to share 30 minutes and their was about 30 of them so they only got a minute or so each. Me and Chuck talked for 26 and a half minutes. It flew by. We pretty much just talked about what was in all the letters, and family day coming up. It didn't seem like 26 mins at all. I remember not long ago when Chuck didn't even want to talk on the phone for a minute let alone 26.
I'll keep everyone updated as I hear things.
Nel
So I guess all the platoons are playing pranks on each other and stealing rifles. They were told that if they could steal a rifle from one of the other platoons that the person who took it and their battle buddy would get 30 minutes to run to the phone (across the street) make a phone call, and then had to be back inside before the 30 mins was up. So Chuck being the sneak that he is, he snuck in and stole a rifle. So him and Wood got to make phone calls. The rest of the platoon got to make calls too, but they had to share 30 minutes and their was about 30 of them so they only got a minute or so each. Me and Chuck talked for 26 and a half minutes. It flew by. We pretty much just talked about what was in all the letters, and family day coming up. It didn't seem like 26 mins at all. I remember not long ago when Chuck didn't even want to talk on the phone for a minute let alone 26.
I'll keep everyone updated as I hear things.
Nel
2/23/09-2/26/09
2/23/09
More rifle training today. Chuck is enjoying that. Everyone is excited about family day getting closer, but also getting more distracted by it. They were told that they will probably get to make a phone call the week before family day to let us know if they have a weekend pass or not. All he wants to do that weekend is sleep and order food in. Bed time.
2/24/09
More shooting today. Close quarters and night vision. Cool. That's all for today
2/25/09
At the range all day again today. They shot rocket and grenade launchers. Then they shot the machine gun with thermal sights. He said that was the coolest. Everyone was happy today. The are going to be testing for blue phase soon, but the might get put back down to white phase sooner. Bed time.
2/26/09
Today they went and cleaned all the rifles that they had used the last couple of days. Then marched back for lunch, then marched back to finish cleaning. They had some of a combat class. Chuck said he learned some new moves that put him closer to becoming a ninja. He is really missing home. Even the dogs. They were told that on March 14Th they will get an outing. It is sponsored by a local church and they get to listen to some sermon's, eat a home cooked meal and play some games. They might get a phone call. He was going to be doing his IV sticks the next day. He asked how I'm doing because I'm learning IVs at work right now. There was a big empty space at the bottom of the page so he drew me a picture of his special pancakes.
That's it for now.
Nel
More rifle training today. Chuck is enjoying that. Everyone is excited about family day getting closer, but also getting more distracted by it. They were told that they will probably get to make a phone call the week before family day to let us know if they have a weekend pass or not. All he wants to do that weekend is sleep and order food in. Bed time.
2/24/09
More shooting today. Close quarters and night vision. Cool. That's all for today
2/25/09
At the range all day again today. They shot rocket and grenade launchers. Then they shot the machine gun with thermal sights. He said that was the coolest. Everyone was happy today. The are going to be testing for blue phase soon, but the might get put back down to white phase sooner. Bed time.
2/26/09
Today they went and cleaned all the rifles that they had used the last couple of days. Then marched back for lunch, then marched back to finish cleaning. They had some of a combat class. Chuck said he learned some new moves that put him closer to becoming a ninja. He is really missing home. Even the dogs. They were told that on March 14Th they will get an outing. It is sponsored by a local church and they get to listen to some sermon's, eat a home cooked meal and play some games. They might get a phone call. He was going to be doing his IV sticks the next day. He asked how I'm doing because I'm learning IVs at work right now. There was a big empty space at the bottom of the page so he drew me a picture of his special pancakes.
That's it for now.
Nel
2/20/09-2/22/09
2/20/09
Early morning today. They ran the obstacle course again. They got 2ND instead of 1st this time. After the obstacle course they started cleaning. They have been cleaning now for 7 hours. He was hiding in the bathroom to be able to write this letter. He had catfish for dinner and said it wasn't to bad. Chuck's troop qualified for shooting better than any other in recent history. Bed time.
2/21/09
The had a class this morning that was 1 1/2 hours and then have been cleaning the rest of the day. He did go get a haircut and some supplies. He has started drinking chocolate milk and saving it to drink as dessert. I can't believe all the sweets he is craving. Last night they were all sitting around talking to one of the DS's and Chuck's battle buddy said that one of the DS's was a teddy bear. Well, tonight Chuck and his battle buddy spent 1 1/2 hours getting their ass kicked by the teddy bear. Bed time.
2/22/09
They got woke up early this am because 2 guys from another platoon took off in the night. They caught the 2 of them at Walmart buying clothes and eating. They were brought back of course. More studying and cleaning. Chuck did go to the catholic service today . Their bunk mate that was in the hospital came back today. He was feeling better. He had pneumonia. They were kind of jealous because he had a phone, TV, all the food he wanted and his wife was able to come visit him. But he was miserably sick.
Ok that's it for now.
Nel
Early morning today. They ran the obstacle course again. They got 2ND instead of 1st this time. After the obstacle course they started cleaning. They have been cleaning now for 7 hours. He was hiding in the bathroom to be able to write this letter. He had catfish for dinner and said it wasn't to bad. Chuck's troop qualified for shooting better than any other in recent history. Bed time.
2/21/09
The had a class this morning that was 1 1/2 hours and then have been cleaning the rest of the day. He did go get a haircut and some supplies. He has started drinking chocolate milk and saving it to drink as dessert. I can't believe all the sweets he is craving. Last night they were all sitting around talking to one of the DS's and Chuck's battle buddy said that one of the DS's was a teddy bear. Well, tonight Chuck and his battle buddy spent 1 1/2 hours getting their ass kicked by the teddy bear. Bed time.
2/22/09
They got woke up early this am because 2 guys from another platoon took off in the night. They caught the 2 of them at Walmart buying clothes and eating. They were brought back of course. More studying and cleaning. Chuck did go to the catholic service today . Their bunk mate that was in the hospital came back today. He was feeling better. He had pneumonia. They were kind of jealous because he had a phone, TV, all the food he wanted and his wife was able to come visit him. But he was miserably sick.
Ok that's it for now.
Nel
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