There's No Place Like Home

As I sit at the cusp of a new chapter in my life, I couldn't think of a better way to end one than the two weeks I just spent in MN. Home. I am truly blessed beyond anything I deserve. I have a water tight support system and an out pouring of love that stems from it. I couldn't ask for a better way to help with the culture shock I am about to experience.

                                                                             

 

                                                                          

                                                                             

 

 

                                                                           

I am currently at the airport awaiting my flight to Hawaii. I will be stationed at Pearl Harbor in Honolulu for the next 3-5 years. 'Oh, how terrible for you!' (Insert sarcasm here). Or, 'You're so lucky!' I am. Hawaii will be beautiful and an adventure that Zach and I will cherish. There is a big BUT, however. It just so happens that my battle group is being activated for a 6-8 month deployment almost as soon as I get there. Zach will not be joining me in Hawaii until we return. I will be trying to acclimate to the fleet as well as dealing with the agonies of deployed life.

I don't want to be a total Negative Nelly. Opportunities to see the world is one of the reasons I chose the Navy opposed to other branches. I will also have few distractions from learning my job and other duties I will be assigned.

I have no regrets, though it was hard to say goodbye. Enjoy the photos from MN! And thank you for your continued prayers!