Last Email and (probably) Last Letter!

8 Aug 2011
Hey baby,
Today was a pretty good day. It was the first day of FTX 3 (Field Training Exercise or Experience...). We were supposed to leave for the field at 5:00 AM and do different things like convoy operations, room clearing, and medical care but once again the weather messed us up. About 20 minutes before formation it started pouring rain and lightning a ton. Because of the lightning we weren't able to go to the field so we had to do the best we could and do the missions here. It was pretty disappointing, but we are making the best out of the situation. One of the worst parts about FTX is the guard duty. At night we have to have 5 people on guard duty which means most of us will have 2 shifts at night. I'm really looking forward to less sleep than normal. The best part of today was when we got to play terrorists. We put on man dresses and head scarves and the whole shabang. Now that I think about it the real best part of the day was getting mail for the first time in 4 days. I got 4 from you and 1 from my dad. The pictures you sent were great, except I really look like I'm going bald in the gas chamber pictures. I hate thinking about that day because it was so miserable. You and Brooklyn look really cute though. I'm getting so excited to see you two.
Babe, I need to get to bed because it's going to be a busy couple of days. I love you so much and am always praying for you.
Love,
Me
8 Days left!!!

Sunday Email
I'm so sorry you haven't been getting letters but I honestly haven't had any time to write. OUr final FTX was a lot of fun but the days were long and hot. For the last several days we have had to clean everything and I mean everything! It is boring work but It'll be over soon. I can't wait to see you and I can hardly believe it's getting so close. Our final inspection is tomorrow so today will be spent getting things perfect and after tomorrow there shouldn't be that much to do. Just think about you...I can't wait to see you until then I'll be thinking and praying for you. Travel safely! I love you!