Biloxi Round 2

This past weekend we went to Biloxi, Mississippi to go to a car show. This is the second year in a row that we have gone and this year was kind of a bust. The reservations for our room got messed up and it rained on and off during the car show which made it hard to see all the cars. Since we were kind of bummed on our way home, I wanted to stop and see the U.S.S. Alabama Battleship that is on display in Alabama's harbor. Matt was hesitant to stop because he wanted to get back home since there was a long drive ahead of us, but when I made my sad face, he decided to stop. I think we both enjoyed exploring the battleship and learning about it's history. They also had a submarine on display there called the U.S.S. Drum. The Battleship and the Submarine were put into use in the 1940's. It was so neat touring the vessels that once held our military members from the past. Seeing this made my weekend all the more sweeter.

4 More Years...

Yes, it is official...Matt has re-enlisted in the Air Force for 4 more years. After months of praying and wondering what God wanted us to do, we believe this is the direction he is guiding us towards right now. Matt had applied for numerous jobs outside the AF and within the AF, but nothing was opening up for him. So, staying in looked liked our only option. I am grateful for the clarity of the decision because I had been praying that God would make things clear for us so we would know what to do. So, we'll just see where things go from here. Matt should be up for orders to move to another base hopefully sometime soon. :) We will make sure to keep all of you posted! Take care everyone and thanks for all of your prayers and support for us!

Always Remember to Never Forget Them...

Happy Memorial Day! We had a nice 4 day weekend to sit back and relax while enjoying the company of our friends and the indulging smells from the BBQ. As I was thinking about what this day is all about I was a little discouraged because many of us, me included, just look forward to the BBQ and times shared with friends and family. I think we all too often forget why we have another day off of work. Today is a day to take time out and remember the men and women who have fought and who are still fighting for our country. We take their service to our country for granted and I just wanted to take time and say a big thanks to some of the military members in our family who have served to help ensure that we keep our freedoms that we hold so dear: Ivan Eveland, George Corydon, Don Wertz, Terry Eveland, Dennis Corydon, Matt Eveland, Jay Eveland, and Aaron Cole. Always remember to never forget them!


On a side note, here are some pictures of Matt and I with some of my co-workers. We went bowling this past Saturday.

Time Flies When You are Having Fun!

Yesterday marked our 5th Anniversary! We both cannot believe it has already been five years since we have been married. The time has gone by so fast! We went down to Tallahassee for the day. We went shopping then out the eat at Olive Garden...one of our favorite places to eat! It was nice to get out of Valdosta for the day and spend time with each other.

May 10, 2003

Play Ball!

Matt and I went up to Atlanta yesterday to watch the Padres play the Braves. Matt is a die hard Padres fan so, when we saw that they were coming over to our side of the country, we did not want to miss the opportunity to watch them play. We were able to get tickets close to the field on the Padres side. It was so neat to see the players that close! I decided to be a Padres fan for a day to help cheer them on considering Matt and a few other people were the only Padres fans there. The Braves fans were giving us strange looks when we were cheering for the Padres. Sadly, the Padres lost that game, but we had a very enjoyable day!

He's Back...

Matt made it back home safe and sound yesterday!! He is doing well and very glad to be back. I tried to take some pictures of his homecoming but I was towards the back of the crowd and I could not see anything! It took me awhile to find even Matt when they dismissed their group, but I finally did! :) I just wanted to say a BIG thank you to everyone who keep Matt in their prayers while he was gone. I appreciate it more than you will ever know!

Just 5 Days to Go!!

These are pictures of Matt in Kuwait

5 more days and Matt will finally be home! He was originally scheduled to arrive tomorrow (the 25th) but of course things were delayed as usual. So, he will come home on the 29th now. We are both very excited and cannot wait to finally see each other again! I'm so thankful that God has brought us through these past 6 months. He provided me with great friends and a caring church family to keep me occupied during this time. I was also fortunate to be able to make two trips back home to California to see family and friends thanks to my parents! I miss all of you!!

Through each and every deployment I have endured, God has shown me priceless lessons. This deployment I learned how to fully put my trust in the Lord. God had closed a door at what seemed like an ideal opportunity for Matt's career with the Air Force. It was not a part of God's plan though and I had a very difficult time accepting that. However, through it all I learned that I am not in control of my life, but God is. I just need to trust him because he will see us through whatever circumstance we may be going through. As of right now we are still not sure where he wants us to go or what to do. I am not worried about it though because when you put your trust in God, he gives you an amazing peace and reassurance that everything will be alright. What an awesome God we serve!