How Do You Sleep?

I have really been missing Brent lately -- a lot more than I usually do. That's not to say that I usually don't miss him, because I always miss him . . . but lately it's been killing me that he's a thousand miles away. My mom and aunt drove me back to college today, and we stopped at Ft. Indiantown Gap en route. As I shopped and ate dinner and saw all of the military personnel and dependents getting haircuts or doing their own shopping, I wondered why they should be so lucky to be in Pennsylvania (or the Mid-Atlantic, for that matter), when Brent was all the way out in Montana. Even though I'm sure most of them have family in California or Texas or somewhere far away, and can't be with their loved ones, either. I just wish the Air Force would be more accomodating. On the other hand, I know I should be grateful that he's at least stateside.



I can't believe there are only six more weeks left of Freshman Year. And only five of those weeks consist of class. Where has my life gone?

Birthday Roses

Brent sent me some absolutely lovely roses for my birthday. The picture really doesn't do them justice, but I took it with my LG enV2.
Also, he's not going to be able to come home this summer, as we originally thought. I seriously need to start learning not to get my hopes up. I keep telling myself that plans are going to fall through, but it's not as though I actually believe that. One of these days. . . .

Good News

Brent has been wanting to go Airborne for quite some time now, and he finally has the opportunity. I'm very proud of him, but at first part of me was torn between being happy for him and being worried about the potential danger in which he could put himself. Even though I still worry about him immensely, I support him fully and I'm just so proud of him. I wish I could stop worrying . . . but I suppose at least now I know how he feels whenever I do something that makes him worry.

Ducks and Puppies

Last week I was feeling rather awful -- I had pain in my chest, especially whenever I breathed . . . which was like, all the time, and I had headaches . . . which the campus doctor wrote off as acid reflux. Whatever. Anyway, Brent sent me two cards (actually, he sent three, but the last hasn't arrived yet), which arrived today. They totally made my day. I have such an amazing boyfriend. :]

Even More in Love

I've come to realize that Brent and I seem to love each other even more after we have huge fights (though at the time we may want to kill each other).

I called Brent's grandparents this evening, which I found a bit odd since I haven't spoken with them since December, but they were very pleasant and we've decided to plan a lunch date when I'm home over Spring break.

Sick Days?

Brent is ill, which is killing me since I can't be there for him (and he, of course, refuses to see a doctor). I doubt that his long shift is going to be of any help, especially since he ends the cycle tired when he's feeling fine.

WDW Armed Forces Salute Ticket

Disney World Armed Forces Salute Ticket

Travel Dates: January 4 - December 23, 2009. Walt Disney World has just introduced a special Armed Forces Salute Ticket for 2009. Each qualifying Military Service member* will receive a complimentary 5-Day "Disney's Armed Forces Salute Ticket" with Park Hopper and Water Park Fun & More Options included. To receive the FREE ticket, visit any theme park Guest Relations window and show proper ID.


In addition to the free Armed Forces Salute Ticket, up to 5 of their guests can purchase for $99 a Disney's Armed Forces Salute Companion (5 Day Base) ticket. Park Hopper or Water Park Fun & More option are available for $25 each (which is 50% off the normal price). Companion tickets may be upgraded to Premium, Annual or Seasonal Passes. Seasonal Pass upgrade requires proof of Florida Residency. Companion tickets may not be upgraded by adding the no expiration option, and you cannot add additional days to the passes.


Companion tickets may be purchased at any Disney World ticket window or guest services. You may also purchase tickets at Shades of Green, located at Walt Disney World or on your base (these two options are tax-free). If you purchase the tickets at Shades of Green or on base, you will receive a voucher that you will trade in once you arrive at a Walt Disney World ticket window.


Armed Forces Salute tickets will expire on 12/23/09 and have no block-out dates. Tickets may be upgraded anytime between January 4th -December 23, 2009 as long as there is usage left on the ticket.


The entire party needs to be present for purchase (Spouse or military dependents can receive the companion discount without the military service member being present as long as they have their military ID). The military service member will need to show ID; Cast Member will ask for their Base's name, and the State where the base is listed.


This offer is only available once per service member.


*This offer is available to anyone on active duty in the US Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, National Guard or Reserve, and retired military.


Activated members of the National Guard and Reservists must present active duty orders in addition to valid military ID. You must have been active for any length of time between 1/1/08 and 12/23/09.
Dept of Defense (CIA, FBI, Secret Service) and Coalition Forces are excluded.

Separate note. Disney is also offering stay for 7 and pay for 4 nights at various resorts. Shades of Green is also offering discounted room rates.