The Preamble - The Drive to Texas

Long drive, but very pleasant. We were lucky with only a smidgen of rain.

I spent most of the trip writing a final BMT letter to Jacob and planning a possible Christmas skiing trip with the boys (if the stars were to align.

Our letter highlights the level of pride we have for what Jacob has endured in BMT as well as what he has accomplished (Honor Grad. ..only 4 in his flight, 50 total out of almost 800 . ) Sharpshooter - the only perfect score) as well as how he has handled himself, the letter writing, the introspection, the big brother reaching out a hand to Sam, the sharing of his journey.

As always a pleasant, easy and peaceful drive with My Lovely.Read more