Goodbye 2011, Hello 2012
Since it is still 2011 here in Texas, I decided to reminisce the past year. (Also for the fact that I couldn’t go out tonight.)
2011 was definitely a year not to forget. In the beginning, I just kept getting into the best shape of my life. I was all about running races and completing P90X. My resolutions were to get into the best shape possible, and being highly motivated about. Mission accomplished I must say. That also kept me sane through the first half of the year, because of the fact that I was going to leave Virginia soon and start a new chapter in my life, the US Navy. So from April to July, I just focused on family and peers and spent as much time with them as possible. Yes, I got pretty emotional and I was pretty hard leaving everything behind. Seeing “Anchors Aweigh JD” on the wall right when walking into church that last Sunday morning was the icing on the cake…
Then came July 11 and it was time for me to leave home. My recruiter picked me up and my Lola was in tears… It was a pretty sappy moment of the year…. so yeah…. he drove me Petersburg, VA and so I could go through more processing, stay in the hotel for a night, and then fly to Great Lakes.
July 12th, arrived at boot camp. I was given the job yeoman. Pushed papers. Took care of everyone in my div…. They either loved me or hated me (because I took care of their issues, and I never got beat. I didn’t care… it happens). But in boot, I learned a lot of things, its just too much to explain here.
Finally graduated boot and saw the family again. The biggest adrenaline rush was marching into that drill hall in our dress whites. The biggest thrill I’ve ever experienced. And all the crap I went through was well worth it onces I saw my family. I’ve never seen them all in tears after an accomplishment. It was worthwhile.
Now I’ve been in San Antonio, TX since September. Nothing really special here other than learning the ropes of the medical field and how to be a US Navy Corpsman. And I has been an honor being here and learning the essential skills i need to know. Except the fact that the needs of the Navy changed my orders from NMC Portsmouth to Med Lab school.
Overall, 2011 has been a great year. I’ve learn how to be independent, never been so motivated in my life about things, and gained plenty of character. The uncertainty of this year did drive me nuts…. but overall, all the experiences were well worth it.
For 2012, I want to focus on me again. My resolutions are to become a better man, a better christian, and a better example to my peers.
Thank you God for a year of life change and learning experiences, I will definitely take what I’ve learned in 2011 and utilize it in 2012. I know that 2012 isn’t guaranteed to be the best year yet, but I know I can make it the best that I can make it to be!
Bring it 2012!! I’m ready for your challenges!!
Happy New Year everyone and God Bless!!
Return to the 757
First and foremost, it’s been awhile since I posted on here.
But anyways, I can’t wait to go home! I’m through with you Lone Star State! Orders to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth with a detachment to the USNS Comfort! Get to go home and see the world at the same time!
Until next time….
Texas
Oh the joy of actually being out on my own! Well I am in San Antonio, Texas and this is actually my first time being away from home home, aka VA. I did experience this before, yet I was still in my general area. Therefore, I was still around my loved ones and could see them whenever I pleased. Here in San Antonio is quite different…. yes I have some good friends here from boot camp and hang out with them all the time, but certain things make it difficult here. First, I am 1500 miles away from everyone, second, I don’t have a car to take me where ever I please (I have to call a cab to get places…), and third, I admit i get homesick every once in a while….
I do admit though, I miss the good ol’ 757 and what it has to offer. Yet, San Antonio is great also. It is out of my comfort zone, but how can you grow when you are comfortable the whole time? One thing I learned here in the Navy is motivation, and I will be motivated to do what I got to do here in Texas, which is not just graduate corps school, but do exceptionally well here at corps school! Therefore, I could go to C school or get orders to somewhere nice!
Other than that I’m adjusting here pretty well. I think this is a nice place where people can visit. The riverwalk is awesome and the food is great here!! Yet, I’ve been here a month and never tried TexMex yet…. what is wrong with me? Okay enough of my rant…
Deuces!!
The only way people will have the trust to give their all to their job is if they feel like their contribution is recognized and valued.
- Mark Pincus
(via 9gag)
Peace out Virginia Beach!!
Thank you for the friends, experiences, and memories. I will miss you! Until next time…. DEUCES!!
