The past two weeks were filled with a variety of activities! Instead of writing a summary and explaining in detail each activity, I decided it would be best and easiest to do some quick bullet points with explanations.
1. Robert had his Hail and Farewell Ceremony--We were welcomed as a military family into the NHOH Command along with other families who arrived this past summer. Men and women who were leaving were given a farewell and recognition for their time at the command before they move to their new placement. We have some pizza, cake, and spent the afternoon bowling!
2. Christmas Photos--We decided while we are out in Washington it is especially important to take a quality Christmas photo to send to family and friends. We also noticed Bentley Bear was in need of a haircut so the timing was perfect. Our friend Dano, whose photos will probably be shown in the next blog, took our photos at the beach near our house. We can't say that Bentley was on his best behavior, but I am sure we had at least one photo where he was able to face the camera!
3. Home, home on the range-- We are officially members of a shooting range! Enough said. http://www.daytraco.com/Departments/Greenes-Gun-Shop.aspx
4. Jets vs. Seahawks game--Late in the summer we found out that the base was selling discounted seats to NFL football games so we jumped at the chance for some tickets. We had great seats and it just so happened to be on Veterans Day. Part of the joy in watching an NFL game was being able to watch the opening ceremony in which they honored members of the military. The game was fantastic and the Seahawks creamed the Jets! Robert and I both agreed that we have not been in a stadium before where the energy is so positive and the fans put their all into their team. Even through the rain and some down times everyone remained standing and optimistic. We will certainly be going back to more games before we leave the area!
5. Prepping for Thanksgiving and the arrival of Mom and Dad Thacher--- Robert has not seen my parents since the end of March 2012 and I have not seen them since July. We could not be more happy and excited to have them spend Thanksgiving 2012 with us. This will be their first time visiting Whidbey Island and their first time seeing their grandpuppy, Bentley. We have many activities and events planned so the next blog will be a big one!
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| My view from this past Friday while driving to school. |
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| Before the haircut... |
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| After the haircut! |
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| Let's go Seahawks!!! |
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| Time out from bowling. |
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| Practice makes perfect! |
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| Thank You Military |
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Something thrilling and awesome about
handling a gun and learning how to handle one... |
