24 April - still here!

Okay so it has been a while since I have 'eaten' my own words - well as far as I can remember...my wife would probably say different. Anyway, I sit here updating my blog because I will in fact be able to watch the new episode of Lost from the comfort of flannel PJ's and my soft couch with an alcoholic beverage in hand. Needless to say my delay in departing SOCAL is not a bad but it reminds me of my school days when the teacher walks into class and cancels the test at the last minute. Overall a great feeling - but you know the test is hanging over your head and at some point - assuming you prepared - you just want to get it over. Do not get me wrong, I feel blessed to have the extra days with my family but this delay in our departure will only delay our return closer toward the end of the year. But everything happens for a reason, so here I sit with my sea bags packed waiting for next week to arrive so I can begin my trip to Iraq. Have a great Friday and I will write soon.