Off to Alabama

Giles left this morning for a 5 day safety training course in Mobile Alabama. He'll be learning fire suppression techniques, first aid and basic survival skills. While his official job is ship carpenter, he is considered deck crew. He will also be working security as needed. Therefore he will have yet another strangely somewhat random certification to add to his resume. For those of you who know Giles, you'll merely be nodding your heads and laughing in agreement.

The days until our departure are in the single digits now, and our house is a little chaotic as the packing has begun. We are excited though, and as the day draws closer so does the reality of what we will be doing. Excitement, nervousness, a little anxiety, hope, elation... these are only a few of the emotions we're feeling as the days grow closer and closer.

The next entry will likely be on board the ship, or from an airport along the way. See you then!