Day 39 - 4 October 2012

So, how do you start the day off right? Well, let's see. I was up at 0045 with a MASSIVE cramp in my calf. I finally got it worked out around 0130 and went back to sleep. The alarm went off and I kept shutting it off until I finally woke up around 0530. I did get to talk to the kids, so that's good! I know Meagan doesn't like keeping them up late, but I'm trying my hardest to get up early. I'll be so, so very happy when the time falls back in the States!

Meagan shared some good news: we're closing on our interest rate reduction on Monday! Tonight, I worked to get a letter for my flight commander to sign, verifying I am alive and well. It was a little awkward on my first rough draft. It sounded a bit grim...in a way. So, I rewrote it to sound a bit better. It's still a little hard to write that someone is still alive...especially when you're talking about yourself! So, we're all set to close Monday and I am SO proud of Meagan to take this on for me. We were hoping to have this done before I left...so, FINALLY! :)

Went to lunch and had pizza...well, that's what they call it. It was a little strange. It was a soft, had a very sweet sauce, and cheese. Wasn't horrible, but it wasn't Papa John's, Domino's, or Pizza Hut either...

Went into work a little early. I've been doing that lately. I sat down and wrote a letter to Grandma, as I know she'll get a kick out of it when she gets it. She sent one in the first care package I received from them, but I just hadn't sat down to write back yet; so, I did. Something to keep me busy too! I just don't want to get bored here. If I do, that kills the space/time continuum and I might actually know what day it is...

Worked a few issues and then went to dinner. I love the jambalaya here! It has chicken and shrimp in it and I haven't had a bad helping yet!

Had a bit of down time, so I decided to fill out my ballot for the 2012 election. A LOT of reading on the ballot to decide amendments to the Florida Constitution. All in all, it took me about 30 to 45 minutes to vote. Some of the language is, well, not in easy to read language. And, if it is confusing to me, I can only imagine... Regardless, I cast my ballot and we'll see what happens next month! I can guarantee one thing: there was NO hanging chad on my ballot! ;)

Alright...that's it for tonight's edition. Tune in tomorrow for more...well, I don't think there is much on the plate for tomorrow...I suppose we'll see. Until then, night all and God bless!