Josh arrived home yesterday at about 2 PM CDT.  They drove from Indiana to Milwaukee where a Hero’s Welcome was staged.  The commanders of the National Guard of Wisconsin were there as well as the Governor.  At about 2:30 PM they were called to formation and after a few brief speeches were dismissed. Following the ceremony, the families headed to Josh &...

Josh has landed on US soil as of early this morning.  He’ll be completing demobilizing tasks for the next four days and after that will be traveling by bus to Wisconsin where the Hero’s Welcome will be held.  Details yet to be determined. For now, celebrate the fact that our soldiers are home.

Hello everyone, Figured since I’m OFF THE ROAD I’d write some words down.  I hope every one is doing well out there and I want to thank you all for everything you’ve all done for me this year.  I’m done with missions and have turned in most of my combat gear including my M-4 which was nice to do.  It’s crazy to think that in less than...

Independence Day in the US takes on special meaning when a loved one is deployed. The fireworks which seem so festive as a child have a more serious connotation, a reminder of things you’d rather not think about that could be happening. Anyhow, on the positive side we’re coming down to days — we’re not counting down weeks or months anymore. ...