Leaving Monday

So, I found out the CRAZIEST news on Tuesday, 2009 08 11; that I'm leaving for Navy Basic Training (RTC), on Monday, 2009 08 17. I know, I said I wanted to leave earlier than a year, but WOW, next week. So, I've been training like crazy! Jogging, sit-ups (trying), push-ups and memorizing.

"There's no 'I can't' in the Navy, there's only 'I will'." That is my new mantra. I'm really nervous, but still excited at the same time. It's a huge step for me; for anyone. I have all these worries and fears, but the Lord is with me, He guides my days and guides my steps. AND, I'm not going to Basic alone! My good friend Sarah is going with me! What a God-given miracle that we both have different jobs in the Navy and both of our "A" school's (job training) have openings and now we will leave for Basic on the same day. I know! It's so amazing. God is GOOD!

Anyway, unfortunately, I'm not a GM, but I do have the original job I asked for the day I swore in. It's called an AME; "Aviation Structural Mechanic - Safety Equipment". I'm not a mechanic! I fabricate, meaning, MINOR repairs. And I will be making sure (with a team) that all birds and helos are safe for the pilots; (air-crafts and helicopters for non-military folk).

Good-bye to all,
Jess

Power To Choose

First, I want to say. I actually really, truly despise writing blogs. I used to love it back when I was a sophomore in high school, but now, it's just...yeah. I just can never keep it up. Life just keeps happening and I get lazy with this thing. Now you know why I haven't been able to keep up.

Anyway, I'm actually here to give an update. I'm officially enlisted in the Navy! I had my physical on 2009 July 22 and, although I was very nervous, I was accepted. That was the longest day of my life, but definitely some of the best two days I have ever experienced. I felt like that was where I was meant to be. I know that sounds ridiculously girl-y and sentimental, but it actually felt like home. Not necessarily inside of "MEPS", but it was more about knowing that I was doing the right thing. I can't really explain it, but being there made me think back to my great grandfather when he was in the Navy and also my grandfather who was in the Air Force. But, not just them, but all the old souls who have gone before me and who they came to be from it. I just felt like I was a part of something bigger. It's crazy to think this is actual government business. I'm actually here to protect and serve--my country (my president and my fellow Americans) and those I'll be working alongside (people I have yet to meet!). It's truly exhilarating.

Well, now, I'm just waiting to go to Boot Camp. Right now, I'm not leaving till July 2010 (I know, I wasn't really expecting this either, I want to leave sooner!). But, my recruiter is doing the best that he can in finding an earlier opening for my "A" school. I will be a "GM", or Gunner's Mate. I'll tell more about what that means later. But, you can take a guess. (Hint: I will be working in the weapon's department.) Anyway, I'm in the Delayed Entry Program right now preparing for Boot Camp with my recruiter and fellow recruits. This Thursday (2009 08 06) was the first meeting, I almost died from the run. I'm sure the guys hated waiting for me, but they were nice enough not to disclose that information to my face. (Ha-ha) Oh, and one of them is shipping out this Monday for Basic, congratulations to him!

So far, I've been memorizing everything I need before I leave for Basic. And, YES, it's intense, but if I can memorize Scripture by chapters, then, I can surely memorize this packet before I am shipped out! I want to know everything. I want it to just come naturally. I want to graduate at the top of my class (at "A" school)!

Okay, I'm going to stop typing because my dad is watching "Waterboy" on LOUD and it's hard to concentrate! I forgot how funny this movie is. ("I like Vicki and she likes me back! ...And she showed me her boobies...and I like them too!" Ha-ha, so funny...).

Well, good night!
I promise I'll try to type more tomorrow!
Love, Jess

P.S. - I've also started writing a book! Well, actually I'm
developing my characters right now, but it's exciting!