Time flies.

Tomorrow is the 1st day of the 2011-2012 school year. Hard to believe that i have a middle schooler (7th) and a kindergartner this year! Im amazed at how smart Jordan is. At 12, he already knows he wants to be an architect. I know that may change, but for now that's his plan. He loves to draw, design, and build. Im proud of how smart and talented he is. Ally is bright and inquisitive and full of light. She loves school and making friends. I know she will have a blast this year. (proud of her, too)

Jackson will miss the 1st day of school. (again) Deployment is heading into it's 7th month, and the 1st day of school is just one of many things he and the kids have missed out on. Yes, i know that's part of the army life, but does it make it easier? No. Of course there will be pictures, but it's not the same. I know there isn't a lot of the deployment left to go, but there is still a lot to be missed. :(

Jackson goes to the promotion board this week. Fingers crossed and prayers said for him to pass. It's way past time, and much deserved. I can't wait to hear some good news for a change. With the promotion, we're looking at reenlistment and a pcs in the new year. (hoping)

My birthday is next weekend. Ugh... Getting older sucks. I think i'd like to stop at this one and stay this age for awhile. No plans as usual. Not that it matters anyway. I'll be with my kids, and thats all i need. We might set up for the post yard sale. Could use some of this stuff out of here, and some extra pocket money would be nice. :)

Well, until next time....

J