Jon sent three letters today. One was a Father's Day greeting. It was cool. (I did get a phone call yesterday with a Father's Day greeting from Jon.)
His letters are positive although it is not easy. He shared that he is learning a lot. He did express appreciation for how "easy" he has had it at home. Fathers like to hear this.
I love the spiritual impact that is being made. Jon attends church weekly and participates in group Bible Studies. He said that the guys encourage each other. I am praying that this experience really prepares him spiritually as well as mentally. The disciple is going to help him for the rest of his life.
His letters are written during the one hour break he receives daily. He is asking for letters to be sent to him. He will even enjoy getting post cards but realize that these will be read by Drill Instructors so don't disclose something that would get Jon into trouble or get teased about. Like don't put XOXOXOXO on the card...I think that the DI's will tease him as a mommas boy. Oh, no care packages either.
He has acheived his goals and is a leader at this time. He hopes to hang onto this rank. Pray that he is able too over the long haul. He said that his leadership will be challenged but if he succeeds he will get recognized at graduation.
The drills are practiced every day. He enjoys them. He says that he has to remember to stay focused because they do try to distract him. You will have to ask him about the SUPERMAN drill. It is quite interesting.
Well, gotta go. Keep those letters going. He is running out of things to say. He wants you to ask questions so that he has something to write. He will do his best to tall you what he is doing - within the rules he is allowed to share. Remember, this is the military and somethings should not be shared.
