Monthly Archives: February 2011

Mailed blog – written by Julian 21 Feb 11 Oh, boy.  There is zero wind in the sails of this BCT ship and the crew is about to mutiny.  I haven’t had much to say about training because it really seems … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 20 Feb 11 Today is a somber day here at Alpha Company.  Early this morning, one of our comrades passed away.  Private Jordan Chase of 1st Platoon went into the hospital last Saturday with a … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 17 Feb 11 Three days out in the field and we are some dirty privates in the woods of our beloved DS, “Privates, y’all are dirty, dirty, dirty….that makes me happy.”  I had dirt inside … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 14 Feb 11 My face is beaming right now.  It’s Valentine’s Day and even though I’m ending the day completely exhausted, I feel great because I know I am so loved.  Seven letters came my … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 12 Feb 11 Everyday here, I am amazed at the things I’m doing and learning.  Today we conquered Victory Tower.  I’m going to try to explain it as much as I can, but I really … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 11 Feb 11 I know, I know.  Where’s my military bearing, right?  And second, gross.  True.  But, you really gotta keep things light and airy around here.  So, when we get off the firing range … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 10 Feb 11 I’m really forcing myself to write this one tonight.  It’s almost 2400 and we just got back to our bay.  The morning PT started at 530.  Long day.  For two days now … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Gomez — Julian’s Battle Buddy 08 Feb 11 It’s Gomez again….So, hey y’all today has been ridiculously tiring.  I’ve come down with fever and sorts of other junk, and my poor Plamann isn’t feeling too good … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Julian 08 Feb 11 Yes, I’m referring to myself.  To some of you back home, you might not believe that.  My report from yesterday was quite skeptical of the PT test today, but I rocked it … Continue reading →

Mailed blog – written by Gomez – Julian’s Battle Buddy 07 Feb 11 Yep, it’s me Gomez y’all.  Plamann and I have to occupy our time right now with “cleaning weapons”  Yeah, I’m sure it sounds exciting for those who don’t … Continue reading →