Arrival at Quantico

My call came at 10:00 am CST - Leigh was just outside the gates at Quantico and wanted to say one last goodbye. Of course, I cried but she sounded pumped and ready to tackle the world. It will be at least 3 1/2 weeks before we get to hear her voice again, so I reminded her that in those times when she felt down and out to remember that although we can't encourage her, not to forget that God is holding her. It was at this point that she became quiet and said that she knew and could feel His presence. She's excited and we're excited for her, so let's all join together to pray for her!

I'll post as soon as I know her company and platoon info. She posted a note on her Facebook that gives her address but not the company and platoon info. Since this blog is public and her Facebook page is not, I will not post the entire address here. If you are not on Facebook and need the address, please send me an e-mail and I'll get it to you once available.

Erica

etr2002@bellsouth.net

Reporting on Thursday

Leigh is counting down the days until she must report for the next session of Officer Candidates School. She is excited yet nervous, but she has been training and praying and can feel God's hand on her life. She will leave Tennessee on Wednesday morning so she will have plenty of time to travel and arrive on time Thursday. Please pray for her safe travel.

She will not be able to call home for the next 3 weeks, however she will be able to send us an address where we can write her. During this journey, encouraging letters from family and friends is vital to her frame of mind and ultimately success. Once we receive the address from her, I will post on here and you can e-mail me for the address.

Last time she was at OCS before Mom's death, the Marines actually posted pictures on their website, so I'll let you know if they do it again. I remember Mom looking at them and crying, "Oh, my baby!" We are all very proud of Leigh.