Speaking Louder than Before

My posts have been MIA lately, because I've kept them private.  I had one long rant about the military life, and now I'm over it and feel better. But, I just feel that stuff like that shouldn't be broadcasted to the whole world, and kept as personal issues.

Anyway, Drew and I had an amazing first Valentine's Day together! We drove to Panama Beach, FL with Brody and spent the weekend there. It was amazing and beautiful. Brody absolutely LOVED the beach and was going crazy in the sand... Running, hopping, spinning, and chasing the waves. It was adorable. We found a dog friendly hotel, and Brody had his very own bed. He did so well the entire trip, and waited patiently for us in the room (without peeing or pooping!!) while we went out on our own. I have found a new obsession... Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville. It was AWESOME and I had the best chicken sandwich and chicken quesadillas I've ever tasted. That is quite an honor, considering I'm the chicken sandwich and quesadilla connoisseur! Drew had the "5 o'clock somewhere" margarita and said it was excellent. OKAY OKAY, I admit, I had a couple sips too, and I approve. I'll go back when I'm 21 and have one all to myself!

Speaking of being 21... the countdown is on! My birthday is April 28. I'm going back home to Bakersfield April 11-19 to spend time with my family and friends. I will be back in Georgia for my actual birthday, because Drew does NOT want me turning 21 without him. I really don't think he trusts me, although he would never admit that. Thats okay, though, because I'd rather spend that night under his supervision and safety. We are planning on going out to a couple choice bars (I have been actively looking for a country-western bar around here, which would be ideal), but nothing too crazy. I've been through my drinking days, and fully believe it is completely overrated. Now, I'd much rather stay [fairly] sober, play pool, dance, have the time of my life, and remember it all the next day.

Drew is out in the field for the next 5-8 days, so its me and Brody on our own. I found a child care place that is hiring and am planning on stopping by to get an application later today. I have been SO stressed out about our finances lately, and I've decided to just swallow my pride and get a part-time job.

Brody is waking up now and will need to go outside to pee... Signing off.