Can't Get Too Comfortable Mar 6-12

Just when I am getting the hang of things, my life changes again. This week is my free week but there was nothing relaxing about it. Along with having minimal responsibilities I had to prepare and pack up most of my life and move across the country for the next two months. So while I am "free" I was trying to make sure everything goes smoothly. Had to make sure my hotel, flight, rental, and travel advance were in order so I wouldn't have a confused face when I landed in Virginia.

On top of going to Virginia for school, all my clothes are more for the warm weather. I chose to get stationed in California over Virginia for a reason lol. I hate the cold weather. Besides the cold weather, I get to reunite with some of the girls from the crew! I haven't seen them in 6 months so I know that'll be exciting. We have real jobs now so if we aren't stationed in the same area the most we get to see of each other is from FaceTime or the House Party app.

My packing style was very strategic for this transition. I stuffed my seabag and suitcase to its capacity. My shoes were even filled with miscellaneous items that I know I will use during my two months. I honestly didn't want to buy the same items over if I already had it. On top of my two full bags I also packed my duffle bag into my suitcase because I know I will bring some things back that I didn't come with. I am basically doing another cross country move.

With all good things coming to an end my friend Preonna took me out on my last day. I met her my freshman year summer during our Midshipman cruise and we have been buddies ever sense. We went to Mission Beach and saw the sunset and later we met up with her other friend and went to this seafood spot. If you didn't notice already I love food and seafood is my favorite so I was pretty happy about this place.

Welcome to Virginia

On this lovely Saturday morning I am making this wonderful trip. I'm dressed to be disrespected by the cold weather that I tried so much to avoid. My flights were not bad, plus I utilize the free movies that American Airlines offers during their flights (if it's free, it's for me). During my first flight I was able to see two beauties. One was taking off, about 30 minutes into the flight all these beautiful green hills/mountains. Whenever I get back to Cali I will make sure that I can see them in person. Pretty sure its right between Cali and Arizona so I'm not traveling out the way too much. And right before we landed I was able to see snow! I have never seen snow besides in pictures so I was a super nerd and took a ton of pics.

My second flight was more of my napping flight and before I knew it I was in cold Virginia. I picked up my rental from the airport and made my way to the hotel. I won't lie the rental I have is pretty cute. It's the hamster car aka Kia Soul lol, it is really spacious and drives smooth. I made it to my hotel and called the girls to see what everyone was doing. I was supposed to go hang with them but my body had other plans so I went to sleep.

Now Sunday was the day of missions. I first looked at the base map to see where I had to go to check in, my classroom building, and where the gyms were, and had to buy food so I wouldn't eat out everyday. After my task I just relaxed in my room and mentally prepared myself for one of the most important schools for Surface Warfare Officers. I saw my friends go through the class right before me but I wasn't sure how things would go. Especially since one of the hardest exams requires you to make a 90 or above to even pass. I prayed that would not be my first class lol I was not mentally prepared for that stress.