Sunday was Seth’s going away party before he leaves us for basic training on Tuesday. I realized that I never mentioned that Jake already left for basic back at the beginning of the month.
For Jake’s party, he and Larissa planned a swanky event that traversed the greater-Denver area and ended at a cigar bar, Jake’s favorite, that was close to their hotel for the night.
Seth had a BBQ at his house. I brought him bourbon. We went out to a local bar afterward.
Both of the events were very different, but very fitting for both of them.
I gave them both a card (I had given one to Colin too). The sentiment was exactly the same. “Our country is lucky to have you enlist. So proud of you. Ps. America.” Seriously, I couldn’t be prouder of these guys and I know that the Air Force (Army in Colin’s case) is lucky to have them. They are hard-working and dedicated to this and they will come out of it great. So proud.
On a random note, I met another Deidree that Seth knows. We decided we would be instant friends. I think it’s pretty spot on.
PS. America.
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