HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!!!

Chris called at 3 pm to wish me a Happy Birthday. It was 1 am over there. He said his Dad had dinner in Kansas City with Jackie on Father's Day. He's leaving Iraq on 6 July and will get into the U.S. on 11 July. I'm counting the days. He'll be visiting us in San Diego the week in August. I can't wait. We'll try and have a party for him. He said all he wants to do is go to the beach with his boogie board. I was so excited I forgot most of the conversation. It's just good to hear his voice and know he is all right.

Love my baby boy.

Missing you Chris, Mom and Craig

Less than a month to go!

Hi, All! Chris called this weekend. He said he tried to call Mom and Dad but neither were available to answer. He says the main conversation among the soldiers as they wind down their tour is what they're going to do when they get back. Chris shared some of his ideas with me, and much of it included his motorcyle (of course!). Even though these guys have less than a month left of their tour of duty, Chris says they are still working at the 100 percent level, so please continue to keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

Happy June to all of you! May you have a fun-filled summer!