Never Let Go

Well, the day is fast approaching and I must admit I am now feeling a bit nervous about this whole thing. I am not quite sure how to put into words my emotions. I guess this is what all parents go through to some degree. We send our children on missions, off to college, war, etc. Most expect them to return I think. For me, TJ is not just leaving for school, he is leaving to start his life. It's time for him even if I am not yet ready to let him go. I suppose a mother never really is. I want him to find happiness and joy in what he is doing. I want him to be proud to serve his country and serve honorably.

I AM A PROUD PARENT OF A SAILOR!

In the NAVY

TJ enlisted in the NAVY this last week. He took the ASVABS this week at Fort Snelling and tested out very high. The field he has is looking into is Rescue Diver. Think the movie The Guardian with Kevin Costner and Ashton Kutcher. All he needs to attain this goal is a physical test. I don't think that should be a problem for a life long athlete. However, he has let himself go... a little. So, he is off to the gym everyday running, swimming, lifting etc. LOTS OF SWIMMING!

TJ will head off to basic in March or at the latest June. There is only one Basic Training facility and that is on the shores of Lake Michigan near Chicago.

We are very proud of TJ