Well, he escaped again.

Due to Irene, the entire Norfolk Naval Station has deployed to the waters to hide from the storm.  The fellas were supposed to go underway next week anyway, so it'll be be another eight days or so.

Not sure that I'm supposed to share that information.

Not sure that I care.

Anyway, last week's underway was no fun because most of my VA friends also happened to be out of town, but now I'm happy to say they're slowly returning within my grasp.  Last night I had the opportunity to accompany Nate and Danielle to their 17 week ultrasound, where I (only I) learned the sex of little baby Bozung.  I got to see the whole shebang: the squishy jelly on the tummy, a video of the little thing squirming away in there, and lots of photos.  I am to keep the gender a secret for the next ten days before their Gender Reveal Party, where I get to showcase special cupcakes with either blue or pink filling in the middle.  I'd never heard of this before, so I'm quite intrigued with the whole process, and very pleased to be a part of such a fun time in these two's lives.

In other exciting news, I landed myself a new job.  I know, I know- again.

Tomorrow I start orientation for Taste Unlimited in Newport News Town Center.  The place looks fun, the woman who interviewed me seemed likable, and the hours couldn't be better.  I'm excited to start something new (yet again) and meet some more great folks.  This should help me to stay busy while Jody's busy off and away, saving the world.

Right.  Saving the world.

Anyway, I have a lot to praise God for, starting with the incredible support system I have found here.  I feel so privileged and so grateful for the friends I've made, especially the other military wives.
Jody and I have also become members at a local church that has really become a big part of my life.  Jody and I attend a community group every Tuesday evening, and even when Jody is out to sea, I've found a lot of comfort in regularly meeting with a group of individuals every week to talk, pray, joke and eat delicious food.  It's good to feel as if I'm a part of something.

In the meantime, please continue your prayers for Jody and I.  We're gearing up for some tough months ahead.  Please pray for Jody's safety and health while he's out to sea and being worked like a maniac, and maybe, just maybe, for me to maintain my sanity.