the start of the first week

so kory has been gone for four days now.  i've done about all i can in our room to make things comfortable and comforting to me.  i printed pictures, bought frames and hung some up, placed others around the room.  bought a corkboard and a calendar and have started counting down the days, marking off my trip to see him in march with major fanfare - colors and stickers.  i've been keeping myself busy, too.  a little studying, a little tv, whatever.  i cleaned today, and cleaned everything.  searched for curtains and rods that fit the general scheme of the room.  went shopping the other night, and bought some fab organizers for the bathroom and desk to make life simpler.  and now, i'm about out of things to do.  kinda sucks now, the obvious quiet.  it's hard not hearing from him much at all, very few texts, no call yet.  even the dog misses him.  spends her time in her bed or under his desk, looking toward the door, waiting for him to walk in at any moment.  393 days to go until his deployment is over.  just gotta keep telling myself that i can do this! <3

time marches on

so a new year already.  wow!  the year has started off fabulously... still with the boyfriend, and still in oakmont.  i really, really love this little town.  i hope to stay here for a little while at least.  the winter has been so, so cold though down here by the water.  rediscovered yoga... and the importance of relaxing and still taking time for me.  really enjoying some down time with the pup and kory, just enjoying the joy of being.  kory will be deploying very soon.  i was hoping this day wouldn't come so soon, but in a way i'm glad it has.  the sooner it comes the sooner he's home again.  and like he says, the time flies, "long days, short months".  i really appreciate him telling me that, it seems to have helped a little.  and after all, who can resist a man who will share his coveted gummy bears with you?  i really admire him for what he does.  i am so, so proud of him.  and the sweetest thing?  he bought me "i <3 my soldier" and "1/2 my heart is in afghanistan" stickers for my car.  love it.  purchased my flight, hotel and rental car for his pass before he heads overseas after this last bit of training.  looking forward to some warm weather for sure.  going to use the "me" time to reflect on school, work, and forget about all the unimportant tidbits.  going to visit friends, family, and spend time putting together the most awesome care packages ever!  gummy bears, and all :)