Deployment Day...Again

Since 9/11, military deployments have been the cross my family has to bear.  It is never easy, but my girls are amazing troopers.  We acknowledge the hardship ahead...then live life to the fullest...here is a glimpse into our last day together;

The old man gets called out for a tennis match...always confident in the pre-match interview :)

Only to be crushed 6-2 and be subject to months of ridicule...the dynasty of dominance is over

The it was off for a motorcycle ride on the scenic back roads of Tennessee;

Finally, the girls are spruced up for our farewell dinner at Outback Steakhouse.

Unlike 2005, I leave knowing my girls have grown to exemplify Joshua 1:9; 

Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord is with you wherever you go.

Road Trip

When you are 15, all you can think about is independence through a drivers license, especially when you have been driving since 11...don't tell your Mom...but nice drivers permit!

Somewhat dreading my departure date, I was looking for a reason to hang out with my beautiful girl...the answer...Road Trip!  Off we went...under the guise of driver's training...top down, cruising the Natchez Trace Parkway down to Tupelo, Mississippi for 2-days.

With a little hiking and taking some time to snap some "Selfies" to take with me overseas...My Baby!

 

Our trip was complete by weaving our way close to the stage for The Band Perry...in the mud...we love playing in the rain!