APR

I took my block leave to Montreal to see Julie for two weeks, then a week in Dallas to see my parents and brother. I got trained in how to train soldiers how to use various weapons. I shot various shotguns, AKs, and H&K MP5s for the first time.

MAY

I went to Nashville to drink with my buddies before one left to a 2 month school. I conceived this idea. I trained new soldiers on the M4A1, M240B, and .50 cal.

JUNE

I trained more soldiers on crew-served weapons and helped them qualify on their personal weapons. I also helped with convoy procedures. All that time outside gave me a tan/farmer's tan! I scored a 700V/670Q/6.0W on my GRE! I got my clearance and job back! I got a back tattoo stenciling (to be filled in later) and one extending down the length of my arm.