Hey there Ford

Hi Ford, so fun to get to see all the updates...your wife is the Wonder Woman of all army wives for sure. I just talked to Ryan this morning and he made it safe and sound. He sent his hellos and as soon as he gets internet access I will get him included in this great blog. I wish you lots of love and hugs and can't wait till you boys are back home and we can have our famous margaritta nights. Take care!!!!!

Hey ya kid

Just for the record...I'm not sure if you're familiar with Apples to Apples but I'm gonna create a stroke for myself and say the "sweet" and "freedom" pair were totally mine. A hell yeah and high five for ash...and well, I'll give you some of that stroke b/c you know you're kinda playing a fairly large role in the sweet freedom biz. Also, to let you know there was a girl's pillow fight in your honor when Kate was down in the ATL....it got a little nasty.

The goings-on in my world...I'm in the market for a couple of goats to eat my yard b/c novelty and pride of lawn maintenance is no longer appealing and I'm getting to slice and dice a little more at work which makes me happy.

Zoe and I were perusing some pics the other day, some spectacular ones of you....and by spectacular I mean interesting, curious, and laughter provoking! Miss and love you, ash

Team Lannan! Hi from CO! I am sitting at Panera getting stood up for a meeting, someone must have had something better to do than meet with a super cute financial rep that would have poured her heart and soul into making a positive impact on their financial future....oh well.

Wow! This blogging thing is so fun! And to think I was worried about how you all are doing since
NY! Now I know! And yes, I am still around....good work R! :) Also, thanks for the insight on the ring....note to self, wait to convert to a fiscally responsible Jew until AFTER I have the ring!

It is a beautiful CO summer, although I find myself missing Chi town and Virago occasionally....a near death experience in the middle of Lake Michigan will create a unique attachment to a place I guess! OK, we weren't near death, but absolutely near swimming in 45 degree water in our ski gear....the story gets better every time we tell it.

Ford, we will get on a care package right away, and I will supervise just in case..... ;) Thanks for all you do, we are so proud, and you are missed every minute of every day. Be safe.

Miss you guys...all of you! xo from CO

I'm still alive

Sorry, team. Have been floating around a little. So much to write, so little profanity in the english dictionary. The first picture I come across on the blog is Kate's smoking hot friend in a pool of humpable coeds. Not sure whether to write fordo or entertain timmi for a couple minutes.

I miss your little guy, ford. Be sure to wear a jacket out in the frigid desert or you'll catch pneumonia. Are the girls hot? How is the nightlife? The middle east wouldn't have been my first vacation spot. Although, I'll be close in a few weeks. Tara and I are flying to Israel. I figured the hard sell would be easier in the holy land. If she's jewish too, I think I can spend less on a ring, what with her new religious fiscal discipline inherant in my people and all.

We crossed Lake Michigan over memorial day. I flew the tattered american flag on Virago in your honor, buddy. Then again, I almost drown the damn thing, along with the other 5 passengers. Can get a little windy in the middle of the lake...who knew. We're safe now, except for my Jockey boxers.

Tara and I are still hot and heavy. My phone bill is almost as high as my hand lotion bill these days. She's great and there will be another New Year's wedding in the not too distant future...Colorado setting ok, I hope.

Tara just texted hello.

Anywho, I'm no good at this blogging thing. Much better in a cocktail dress after a boot, some green, and a polka.

Send some love back to the Chi.

Be safe. I love everyone reading this...Kisses.

New Mailing Address !!!!!!!!

He's on the move...if you sent a package already, it will get there - don't fret!
If you are about to send a package or a letter, please send to the new address below and make sure to read the link to the right from USPS about sending packages to APO addresses overseas.

A Co. 3-1 SFG (A)
Soldier's Name - NO RANK
AOB 1310
APO AE 09334

Mail from home makes all the difference, so thank you to everyone who takes the time!!!

Remember my friend Emily?

Guess who was just named 1 of only 4 new rookie"Sea Gals" this season!!! She'll be on the sidelines for all the home games, calendars, etc. Go Emily! Middle row, last on the left-

You met her at my Christmas work thing, we walk at lunch together...I was going to set her up with Chris at the Superbowl party...

Sorry Chris!!!

Thanks for the Blog Spot Kate

Thanks so much for setting this up Kate! I just read the note from FM. It's awesome that he can view this..and respond...So much different than the first time he was gone! Note to FM... Hi ..We sent a package today. Let us know what you need for the next one or I'll act on Nic's idea about the peeps! I know how much you like them!! Aunt Judy is making your special cookies this weekend. We are trying to figure out how to mail them. The plan we came up with is to put them in rubbermaid containers then vacumn pack sacks?? We will see. I know you will enjoy them even if they are melted and crushed! We are going to Jilly Bean"s Colonel promotion ceremony this week end. You were supposed to pin her! We will miss you very much and you know the colonel is going to cry when she talks about you then we'll all be blubbering ... The knee is healing and I'm seriously learning to HATE Physical therapy!! Take Good Care.. Dad and I love you very much!! Note to FM's and Kate's friends...Thank you for keeping this spot going. I enjoy the photo's and notes so much..I know it means a lot to him...Zimmy, I keep looking for a note and photo's from you?? Get busy! Thanks again Kate..We will see you next weekend. Corliss

FitPod

Fitness + iPod = FitPod
http://www.fitpod.com/

Thought you would like. Has songs, playlists, and recommends. I think it mates up with iTunes too. Also includes Beats-per-minute to see if it suits you. Techno / Rock / Trance / etc...

Patrol Jams.

Hey Ford! Its Zoe! HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY TO YOU AND AND ALL OUR TROOPS!

I had an awesome time with Kate this weekend and we did nothing but talk about you the whole time. ;)

The girls thought it would be a lot of fun to salute Memorial Day in our own way, so ....

Here are our salutes to you from the weekend!

ENJOY!!!!

Hey Everyone!

Happy Memorial Day!
It seems like the days fly by here but the weeks are pretty long. No worries though...it will be over in no time. I appreciate the posts on the website....makes me smile. I love you all very much....