Corporal Jake Johnson

It’s still Jake’s dad, two days before I set out to hike the entire Appalachian Trail.  Just got word that Jake got promoted to Corporal.  Third promotion in less than one year of being a Marine–not bad!   Congratulations to Jake, and they’ll be  happy for the pay raise. 

Not much news from Afghanistan, so not much I can tell you.  No news is good news I guess.  I think they are getting geared up for some heavy action soon though, so keep all of the Marines in your prayers. The 2nd  Battalion (Typhoon) has lost 5 good Marines so far, including PFC Richard Penny from just down the road in Fayateville, Arkansas. 

Send letters, care packages with food and goodies, anything from home is appreciated. 

On the home front, the twin girls (identical now) are growing well, and Hunter is eagerly anticipating their arrival.  He really doesn’t have a clue on what he’s in for.  Hunter is a hoot to be around, so I’m sure he’ll entertain his little sisters alot to help out mom & dad.