Two Letters one for you and one for us

Patrick updates:

~He is feeling better and got his voice back. He still has sinus pressure and nosebleeds but feels good. Thanks for your prayers.

~He gave us a list of things he wants to do after graduation. He has 3 days of liberty with us. 1st he wants to find a Starbucks. I think we should tell him they don't have any in Chicago. Then he listed eating out at Bubba Gumps (coconut shrimp), shopping a little for a few things he needs. (he needs a laptop for A School), taking a real shower and just relaxing.

~He won't find out when he starts A school for another 2 weeks. We are praying that he isn't put on hold to class up. Meaning waiting for enough people to start a class. Sometimes that can be a lengthy wait.

~He loved going through the Marlin Spike last week. They practiced bringing a ship in and out of port on a huge replica of a ship. Though he has heard it is NOTHING compared to the USS IOWA. A mock ship used for Battle Stations. It was built by Universal Studios and is said to be the next best thing to a real ship.

~Loves his job as Duty Yeoman. "RANK most certainly has its privileges, but also its responsibilities." His job is to maintain and manage the schedules of 10 Divisions (0ver 600 personnel) and report to and update the ships officer and senior chief (the big wigs)

~One of the perks he talks about is that he gets some alone time. As we all know Patrick needs his alone time. (Just like his mama).

~He is learning all about banking, savings, CD's etc.

~Lastly he asked if anyone would like to write a card or note to a female recruit. She isn't getting much mail. He told her his family, friends and church back home would love to send her some. So Patrick! If you would like to send her a card let me know and I will give you her address. He only asked that you don't mention his name. I don't think males and females are even allowed to talk to each other. I can only assume that because of his position he knew she isn't getting any mail. I cannot even imagine being a young person away from home in total seclusion and not getting any mail. Breaks my heart. I have told Patrick that there are many recruits there who have no one praying for them. Let's bless this young woman with some good 'ol southern North Carolina & Georgia mail.

Hugs to all of you
Sherri