new job

al started is new job in april as a deputy!

it's pretty exciting and nerve wracking.

i typically like cop's uniforms

and a man in uniform :)

so i made him let me take some pictures.

it's been interesting seeing and feeling all the aspects

of his uniform, especially his belt.

it's gotta weigh a good 20+ lbs.

i can't imagine walking around with that

plus a big bulletproof vest every day.

he's liking the job

and he's ready to be done with field training

and out on his own.

hopefully that will be end of june-ish.

the schedule's been hectic and strange to deal with

and he's completely beat when he gets home,

but we're hopeful that once he (we've) gotten into a groove,

it'll be easier all around.

 i am unsure what the rules are for posting uniform pictures

(if there are any) and i don't want to jeopardize anything

or create any situations

so i left out the details of his location...

 i love the stripes on the pants :)

rumer has it, he gets a stetson (hat) too

but he doesn't have it yet.

i'm secretly hoping it's like the ones from super troopers :)

the north shore

last weekend, mom and i went up to good ol' silver bay to visit grama.

it was a short, but good trip.

here are some highlights of the trip:

-my 94 year old grama almost skunking me in cribbage

-mom's need to "relocate" some more lake superior rocks to her yard :)

-grama saying she liked my outfit and "didn't know" about moms

-visiting grandpa's grave; almost 20 years now :(

-going to the smallest sock hop but having fun anyway (at apollo)

-grama wanting to "goof off" as usual

-the beautiful scenic drive; the flowers are just coming out up there

i love silver bay!!!