Discovery Center

So there really wasn't anything super exciting that happened here this week. We have been counting down the days until Shannon, Bob and my mom and dad arrive so the week has kinda dragged. As for me-I finally landed an interview with Chaminade University for grad school. I am excited to get the chance to go back to school. I feel like I have been trapped in a little bubble for so long now I am anxious to be involved in something all my own again. Anyway, so that's the latest development.
AS for Trevor-he had a fun week. We got to go to the Discovery Center for Children here in Hawaii with our KOSC playgroup here. I didnt know what to expect since Trevor always gets into Trevor and is constantly everywhere he's not supposed to be-but this was the PERFECT outlet for him. It's really just a big building with 3 levels for him to climb on things throw things steal things and all that good stuff.
He got to pretend to be a judge (good sign right)


And then he was a firefighter (another job mom would be proud of)


And he went grocery shopping with his friend Mason


Then his true colors shown though. he stole a bucket of Apples from the sweetest little girl and tried to run off


And his favorite as the giant bubble machine. Actually i think it was everyone favorite because they all stood around trying to pop the bubbles


Anyway, it was a blast and Trevor loved every minute of it. I am so greatful to have good friends and people that get us out of the house and exploring our new home. I never would've know that something like this would exist. So thank you!

Okay Trevor and I are going to head over to our friend Tiffany's house and help pass the time until Shannon and Bo arrive. We love you all and have a good Thanksgiving!

Hello from somewhere

I've been email the majority of you so this shouldn't be a ground breaking email. As of the late September I've been deployed to the Middle East (can't say dates or location, but I'm sure you all have a good idea where I'm at). Things are going really well here, all of the Marines are taken care of and have most luxuries we get at home.

Overall, the war here is very different than it was a year ago. The Iraqis have taken on more responsiblity and seem to be doing a good job with it. You can already see the movement of power just in the 2 months I've been in country. We continue to work with the locals on just about everything, but there are still things which we solely control. With the new election things should change at a quicker pace, but up to this point our current administration (which is different than most opinions) have done a solid job is solidifying this country. It may not have occured over night, but it is improving more than what is let on to believe at home.

As for my job, it's stressful and has a lot of responsiblity. So far I'm doing a good job at it, but am continually missing out on sleep. I am getting great experience as to how a battery operates that will only contribute to future succeses. The amenities I have are completely shocking. At the chow hall we have Baskin Robbins, soda,s a sandwhich bar, and stir fry bar. We also have a Px, Turkish Bazaar and 3 Iraqi Bazaars. While life isn't nearly as bad here as it once was, I do miss Hawaii and the family there. In what seems to be forever I'll be back home and able to come visit.

The Beginning

Okay so I got this idea from Lindsay to start a blog. I am mainly doing this so Matt can see what Trevor and I are up to on a daily basis while he is overseas. Also, I want our family back home to see what is happening over here in Hawaii. Anyway, give me a few days to get this going and I will keep you all posted on our daily lives. Love you all!