A long day

Up at 4:30 to get ready for PT (physical training), morning in class (army writing, army problem solving) and this afternoon at a team-building challenge course. I am tired, but feeling good.

We had to walk at least a mile in the hot sun and full uniform to get to the challenges. We were given tasks like getting the group across a row of stumps without touching the ground with nothing but a 2x4. Lots of stuff like that. My group was able to complete one of the challenges. I didn't hear any other group completing a challenge so we felt good about that. I personally did pretty well (imho). I did avoid a near disaster as one of the guys failed to secure a wooden plank I was balancing on and I fell backwards to the ground. It was funny because the Fort Jackson quality assurance guy happened to be there and immediately began interviewing me after the fall. Alls good. I did sweat like a dog on the walk back (and drank like 3 liters of water).

I was able to meet with the financial services lady and we did square some things away. Right after I got back from the meeting, one of the teachers (also called the cadre) got up and instructed the class to stop going to Mrs. Smiths office. So I got in in the nick of time. I still have a few stupid administrative odds and ends yet to be settled.

Man I'm tired. Tommorow for PT we are having what they call a "muscle fatigue" workout. Yipee.

Keri told me of a small problem we are having with the pond back home. I have been constantly praying for my family and stuff like this. I know my neighbor was working on it. I'm trusting that it is a done issue as I type this. God answers prayer!

Awaiting a call from Keri.

I do miss all the folks at Solid Rock tremendously. There aren't to many people in this world who know me as Pastor Jim. A title I will cherish forever.