So far a lot of filling out forms. Gotta get used to the military way of writing the date 090601 is June 1, 2009. And saying "hoo-ah" all the time too.
1-2-3 ...."hoo-ah"
I did purchase a bunch of uniforms today as well as completely shave my head (yes, totally bald). I would download a pic but this pink-eye is still around so that'll have to wait. I did it myself so there is probably a few missed spots in the back that look funny, but it feels smooth back there and its kinda cool to see the light reflect off of the top of my head. If I wasn't deformed I'd say it looks pretty good.
I still feel like a pastor and not a chaplain, and definitely not a soldier. This is a new culture and it will take some time to adjust. Plus you just cant *not* be something that you've given your heart to for 12 years. One cool thing is that one of the staff seargents looks and acts like Jimmie Walker (aka "Kid dy-no-mite!").
I heard that someone was officially offered that pastorate of Solid Rock. I met Paul and his family and was very impressed. I like him. His girls are adorable.
Well, it's getting later and I've gotta get some rest. I need to worship the Lord and brush my teeth too.
I love my family and miss them a lot!!!!!!!!
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We miss you too. We are so proud of you. Emily said tonight that she knows you are going to do a great job. She has so much confidence in you and so do I.
ReplyDeleteHey Jim! Just catching up here... Sorry to hear about your eye! I could feel your pain in the first post after you left. It must have been heart wrenching for all of you! :( Good news is you will see each other again and this is only temporary.
ReplyDeleteThey (the Army) will learn soon how lucky they are to have you and and that they have received a very special gift. I'm sure you will get used to the routine down there just as quickly as your eye heals.
Well we miss you here in Schnecksville! You will always be freind to us no matter what "identity crisis" you are having down there:)
Will keep you, Keri and the rest of the clan in prayer as always!
Keep your spirits high and remember how much you are loved and supported back here!! You can do it!!
Yeah, what Heather said!
ReplyDeletethanks guys!
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