There was a party last Friday for Josh with the whole family.  I’ve uploaded a few pictures here: New pictures!

I just heard from Julie that Josh got on the first of a series of planes back to Iraq this morning at 10 AM.  It was a fantastic week that featured some gorgeous weather.  I’ll upload some more pictures from Josh’s family party last Friday … hopefully later this week. Have a safe flight, Josh!

Just a quick note that Josh did make it home safe and sound.  He got in very late on Easter Sunday and has spent the week in Milwaukee checking out his new apartment, visiting friends, and in general relaxing.  This week he and Julie are headed out West for a brief get away vacation. There was a small family gathering at their new apartment, and I took some...

HI HI, Well this will be my last post before I leave on R and R.  As you can see from the title I leave in 14ish hours, but I still have to sit around all day tomorrow before getting on my plane.  Oh well though I know it’ll be worth it in the end.  Just really excited to get away from here after nine straight months, finally see Julie and mine’s...

I can’t wait until next week, and that’s an understatement.  We’re very lucky that Josh is coming home for some much needed leave.  It will be an extremely emotional time for everyone involved to be sure.  Josh, come home safe. Speaking of coming home safe, is a very sobering article on Time Magazine’s web site about the state of affairs...