All in a hard days work

eating and stareing at your fingers sure takes it out of you

Uncle Sam Wants You!

I remember as a child seeing billboards that were all about trying to convince people to join the army (1960's). They all said, "Uncle Sam Wants You!" with Uncle Sam's finger pointing right at you. Well, it is hard to believe that one of my own has answered that call. As of January 3, 2012 Taylor is a soldier in the United States army. He will train as a medic. This is a huge thing for a mom to wrap her head around but perhaps over time I will get used to it. Then again, maybe not. For sure my prayers will be intense.

The first picture is the recruiter that came to pick Taylor up. Nice guy. The next pic is some of us that came together to wish Taylor well. We will miss him...for now. He may be back in 2 or 3 months before he leaves for the medic training. Young men that take this big step are one of the reasons we continue to enjoy our freedoms and privileges. Thanks soldiers!