From The Past: December 13, 2007

Andrew wrote me a letter from basic training and asked, “How about a guest blog from basic?”

How cool is that?! So the following is exactly what he wrote:

Sunday December 9th

Hello Blog Buddies! In case you don’t know me, my name is Andrew and I’m the son of the wonderful woman you read so much about. I am currently in basic training, Parris Island, S.C. U.S. Marine Corps, which I’m sure if you’re a regular, you know by now.

It’s not bad here. You’ve got the physical training, the knowledge (classes), and the screaming. It takes some getting used to and now I’m great! I actually find it quite enjoyable sometimes.

So far I’ve lost around 15 pounds and am shooting for 25 pounds. That will put my weight at 165. I still can’t believe my dad weighs less! LOL!

Basic Information:

*PT – 3-4 times a week

*Food – 3 squares a day – it’s good!

*Sleep – Usually 8 hours every night

*Free time – 1 hour per night & 4 on Sundays

*Church – is two hours long and very informative and fun

*Bathroom – it’s like going in your front yard during a yard sale

I hope you all have a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!