We continue to press on with no notice drills and scenarios,
and other work centers are busy as well ensuring all aspects of the ship run
smoothly to prep for a busy year underway. We fight small battles daily with
clashing personalities, little free time, lack of sleep, few comforts of home,
and just yesterday, no water.
Water production was severely degraded and most bathrooms
were shut down, and showers were not an option. When the water production picked
up again a day later, my shower was freezing…what a drag!
With the crazy of the ship its important to take time to
myself. I've noticed that I could work 20 hour days and still my to do list is
never complete. I have to force myself to take 30-60 mins for me to stay sane.
The various committees on the ship take turn coordinating small events to boost
morale too. Last night there was a special dinner put on by the 1st classes for birthdays this
month. They take orders (what kind of quesadilla you want), what you'd like to
drink and so on. There was even cake! It's small, but goes farther than you’d
think.
Keep that in mind when sending letters and things. Honestly,
its not the content, but knowing someone is thinking of us out here is huge!
NavySlang: Rate or rating; our job title or designation.
‘What rate are you? I am an FC or fire controlman.’
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