April Leave

Oh, yeah! That's Central Dairy goodness right there!

I attended a family deployment briefing in Jefferson City on Thursday. I learned a few things about what to expect while Jason is away and got to drop in on a few friends. After the briefing, Jason and I headed to our favorite place in Jefferson City - Central Dairy! Mmm...ice cream...

After our sweet treat, we stopped at the flower shop next door. It was HIS idea, and HE picked out my beautiful roses, but don't ask him to tell the story. He spins quite a yarn.

We headed to Eldon to visit the parents and see a wonderful production of "To Kill a Mockingbird." Mr. Bailey and EHS drama did another great job. Props to Lauren and her crew in the booth. You can't forget the people behind the scenes.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday were full of running errands, mostly those involving laundry and getting Jason packed for more training. We did manage to squeeze in a visit to my cousin and commiserating Army wife, Melissa, at the governor's office. Also, a trip to Barnes and Noble, watching Stop Loss, and struttin' it for a good cause.

This weekend was Mizzou's Relay for Life. I had signed up a while back, thinking that this would be a Flat Jason event. As it turns out, real Jason was available and more than happy to exercise. We were part of a team named Friends Against Cancer. Jason and I only stayed about three hours, but we definitely enjoyed hanging out with our friends and showing our support. And, even though the relay is over, I'm sure the American Cancer Society would gladly accept any donations you would like to give.