Day 3 of Dee's departure

Dee left on Wednesday, headed for Arizona. This is part of his training for his National Guard unit. He will be gone 10 days this time. It seems a little easier than the first time he was gone. We miss him very much, but at least he is with his unit and his friend, Sean. Knowing he is happier, makes it easier on me.
He found out last night that he has internet WiFi in his room on the base! So that allowed Jessie and I to chat with him.

I've been talking to Lisa, Sean's wife. He helps to know she and I can chat...and that we are feeling the same things...same worries, etc.

Yesterday was Jessie's 12th birthday! WOW! I can't believe it. She has really grown up into a beautiful young lady, with alot of talent! We didn't do anything special yesterday, except have our traditional homemade pancakes with sprinkles and candles!

We celebrated her birthday Tuesday with her Daddy before he left. We all went bowling and out to dinner. I am still sore from bowling! Who knew you used so many muscles bowling!

Tomorrow is her birthday party. We are taking 7 girls to see Hotel for Dogs, then get Ice Cream at Cold Stone. Should be a fun day!

Tonight is my Jamaican Cooking Party with my Sunday School class. We have several ladies from Jamaica, that have recently joined our class. Plus, Rhonda Link, Our S.S. teacher, her neighbor is from Jamaica and she is Rhonda's "Blue Chair" person. We are hoping she will come to this party, then eventually start coming to church.