May 2011
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C25K Update
Last week, I ran 2 out of the 3 days that I had planned on running, so I decided to walk the track yesterday while I was waiting for Alex to get out of class. I ended up walking a mile. I try to space out my workout day and not run back to back so that I don’t get burnt out, sore, or strain something, which is why I walked the mile instead of just running it. Today will be Day 1 of Week 3!...
April 2011
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One down. . .
three to go!
I finished week 1 of c25k today. :)
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The first of many things that my husband should...
You have to stop whatever you’re doing when they play the National Anthem over the loud speaker on base.
I was driving along the other day and everyone just stopped - in the middle of the road! I’m looking around like, “WTH is going on?! Have you people lost your minds?” Then I hear music playing, realize it’s the National Anthem, and put two and two together to come to the conclusion that...
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Week 1, Day 1 of C25K - Ok, I lied. . .
I said this wouldn’t become a fitness blog, but I’m proud of myself and I want to share it with someone, so I may end up talking about fitness for the next 4 weeks anyway.
It was 99 degrees here today! When I checked the weather this morning, I almost had a heat stroke right then and there. I thought about putting my workout off, but drove my lazy self to the track anyways. (I plan on...
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This isn't going to become a fitness blog, but I... →
It’s a fitness program called ‘Couch to 5k’ that breaks up running into more manageable chunks. It’s isn’t rocket science or anything (I don’t know why I never thought to do this.), but it makes getting in shape/being able to run 3 miles seem doable and not so overwhelming. I absolutely HATE running, but I’ve always wanted to be a runner (stupid, right?),...
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It's official.
We are ‘trying to conceive.’
I stopped taking birth control in November, and my cycle has finally returned to normal, so it’s just a waiting game from here on out.
Some people may think that it’s a little premature for me to start a blog about a child that doesn’t exist yet, but I believe in talking about your dreams like they’re already coming true, and my biggest dream is to be a mother.
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March 2011
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Alex: [talking about the ‘rent a cop’ checking IDs at the gate] ‘He seems like a nice young man… I used to be a nice young man until I joined the Air Force, then they turned me into an arrogant asshole.
Me: ‘Nice! I’m quoting you on that.’
For the record: My husband is not really an arrogant asshole - he is a comedian though. :)
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Air Force Airman Mark 'Alex' Jacobs →
This is the news release for Alex’s graduation from BMT that was printed in our hometown’s newspaper.
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The best weekend of my life . . .
We just said our goodbyes, and I’m sad to see such an amazing weekend end. I didn’t realize just how much I had missed him until I got there and actually saw him. The good news is that he is definitely going to Sheppard AFB for tech school and I am definitely moving there to be with him, so it should only be 2-3 weeks until we see each other next. That’s much better than 2-3...
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The last two months of my life:
While other couples have been like:
I’ve been at home like this:
At night, most couples have been like this:
And I’ve been like:
Thank God, it’s almost over.
gnome-a-saurusrex asked: Hi!! I am sooo happy for you that you have made it these 8 weeks. :) I hope that you will continue your blog, it is nice to hear about someone going through the same things I went through.
Also.. I wanted to forewarn you that if your husband does not seem very happy and is not all over you.. it is only because in public in his uniform he is not allowed to show ANY public display of...
Also.. I wanted to forewarn you that if your husband does not seem very happy and is not all over you.. it is only because in public in his uniform he is not allowed to show ANY public display of...
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I can't believe. . .
… I’ve We’ve finally made it this far! It is officially week 8, and it feels amazing. This is what we’ve been looking forward to for the past 2 months. This is what I have written practically every day in anticipation of. We’re finally here.
This is what will be happening this week:
- Airmanship and Core Values
- Haircuts
- Technical School Briefing
- Town Pass...
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TMI (Family members need not read this.)
I miss my husband’s voice, smile, face, eyes, laugh, company, etc… but I obviously miss his, *ahem*, how do I say this? Lower extremities. [Yes, I am not a robot. Women want sex too.]
I think I have seriously known how a man feels the past few days. I find myself thinking about our ‘reunion’ like every 30 seconds, and I’m like, ‘Whoa! I didn’t know my...
makethesemilesdisappear asked: I think it's so amazing that you and your husband have such a strong relationship and I know that this will only make it stronger. My boyfriend is in the Army. He was at basic in Oklahoma but he did AIT in San Antonio. (: he's in Hawaii right now (don't you feel sorry for him >.>) but he'll be home (Texas) In 5 days to visit before he ships out to Afghanistan. I can...
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I love you, Week 7.
Alex got a 45 minute phone call last night! It was amazing.
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More letters! :D
“All of this has sure built my confidence… Apply what you learn 250% and if you screw up, just don’t do it again. Other than a recycle, nothing can break me anymore because I know why I’m here, and I know full well I’m capable of succeeding. I think you’ll be pretty amazed at some of the changes in me. I know I am. Don’t worry though, I’m still very...
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onlysevenletters-deactivated201 asked: Hi my boyfriend is in the Air Force, he is finishing up tech school right now and is going to be stationed in Minot, ND this April. He's asked me to consider transferring up there for next the next two years I have of college. I've started talking to the college which is close to his base but I'm not really sold on the idea. I just want to know what your opinion is on moving to...
February 2011
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Hello, week 7. We're almost there!
Today is officially day 2 of week 7! This week is mostly about preparing for when they get out of Basic and become actual Airmen. This is what they’ll be learning about:
- Air Force History
- Career Progression
- Financial Management
- Ethics
- Combat Stress Recovery
- Sexual Assault Prevention & Response
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Suicide Awareness & Prevention
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I got two letters from Alex yesterday. I think I’ve read them like 15 times already.
Here are some highlights:
“Can you believe we do over 75 sit ups and push ups?!” (I can only do 10 push ups, lol.)
“I love, love, loved my cards, but I especially like the little memories that come with puzzle pieces! You’re so freakin’ sweet! All of those little things help...
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Surviving USAF BMT from a Wife's Perspective
As I kissed my husband goodbye and watched him walk through security at the airport on his way to becoming a United States Airman, I knew nothing. I didn’t know what to expect during the next eight weeks, how I should have prepared, how I was going to manage without him, what I would write about everyday for eight weeks - nothing. So I thought I would share what I’ve learned with you....
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I got another letter. . .
… and I think it’s my favorite so far! (I don’t know. The first one was pretty good, too.)
“Thanks so much for all the effort you put into the letters and cards. It means so much to know that you’re feeling what I’m feeling. I was just thinking today that I feel half empty without you and your letter said the same thing!” (No problem, Panky. We’ll...
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It's Tuesday. . .
I noticed today that this little blog has hit the 20+ followers mark in the short time that it has existed. Most people wouldn’t be surprised by that number, but I really didn’t expect any followers, so it was a nice surprise for me. I started blogging as an outlet and to give my husband something to read through after graduation, but since realizing other people will also be tuning...
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I heard from Alex yesterday, and like always, I’m still smiling about it. They had all their stuff packed for BEAST this week, and the plan was to hike out to the BEAST site this morning. He said they were all looking forward to it, but a little nervous - they want the excellence award, so that they can be Warrior Flight at graduation, but it’s pretty easy to screw up. I want so bad...
welcomehomeblog asked: You have a great blog. And thanks to your husband for his service. Let me know if you ever have any homecoming videos or pictures you'd like to share on our blog! We've been featured on CNN and FoxNews and are constantly looking for new military reunion videos.
Keep it up!
Keep it up!
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Wounded Iraq Veteran Jeered at Columbia →
I don’t even know where to start.
My heart shatters at the thought of someone treating another human being like this, much less a man that has given so much for these students’ rights to live freely. None of them would even be able to get an education if it weren’t for men and women that serve in the military.
All this man was trying to do was explain to these people that...
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Happy 21st Birthday!
Today is Alex’s 21st birthday, and I’m kind of bummed that I don’t get to celebrate it with him. We probably wouldn’t do anything big, just go out to dinner and have a glass of wine or something, but what I would give for a night like that after being away from him for this long.
Happy Birthday, love.
I got a letter from him yesterday. It was kind of short and he sounded...
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The First Letter
So as I mentioned in my last post, I got a letter from Alex the day that I left for Arizona. I got back into town last night and finally got to read it! I’m not going to post his complete letter because I feel like that would be a breach of his privacy, but I’ll share the highlights. So you know the context of what he’s saying, I’ve added my own comments in italics.
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gnome-a-saurusrex asked: Hey, I just wanted to message you and see how you were doing. I hope that although Alex won't be there, you have a wonderful Valentines Day. Keep staying strong and if you ever need to talk to someone or vent or need advice I am here for you. :)
