Deployment Update
Although we've spoken to many of our friends and family and have addressed their specific questions regarding Sean's deployment, it's been a while since we posted anything new on our blog. Here are a few more answers to some of the questions you may be thinking, but just haven't gotten around to asking. . .
We still do not have a specific date for Sean's departure, although his orders state that he will be on base in Iraq by the middle of June. He could actually leave a week or more before that time, but his specific departure date depends on a lot of factors that won't be determined until the time draws nearer.
Sean should be back home around 6 months after his departure. His orders are actually only for 4 months, but it is typical for people with his job to have their time extended to 6 months. We feel it's just better not to expect him back any sooner than 6 months. If he is, then it will be a very pleasant surprise!
Sean has gotten his deployment prep well under way. He has attended his first deployment briefing. He has received his vaccinations and physical. He also has some medical readiness and weapons training (which is only needed as a precaution) coming up soon.
As far as preparing his application for CRNA school. . .Well, that is something Sean is having to fit in when he can. When he has free-time from Chem II classwork and his Air Force duties, he spends time studying for the GRE. He hopes to take the GRE sometime in April and will then continue with the paperwork portion of his CRNA application. If accepted to CRNA school, he will start those classes in June 2008.
Sean will also be receiving CCATT (Critical Care Air Transport Team) training in April. In this training, Sean will learn how to adapt his current skills to be part of a team of nurses and doctors working on a jet that has been converted into a flying ICU for those ciritically injured in the war who need to be taken back to the United States. Although he will not be deployed in a CCATT role during this deployment, the training will be a big help in preparing him for his deployment and will mean he is eligible to do CCATT the next time he is deployed.
Several people have asked what I will do while Sean is gone. . .I will keep up my normal routine here in San Antonio for the most part. I plan on volunteering more of my time at the assisted living center, and may take up a new hobby or two. I also plan on visiting Colorado and having family members come visit me a few times to keep my spirits up. I have a good support system of people here and feel like I will be taken care of as needed. I don't want to change much of my routine because it would only have to change again when Sean returned, and because Sean being at home again will be a huge adjustment in itself, I want to reduce the stress of having too many big changes at one time.
Hopefully this has answered any questions or concerns. If there is anything else anyone wants to know, just post a comment.
We still do not have a specific date for Sean's departure, although his orders state that he will be on base in Iraq by the middle of June. He could actually leave a week or more before that time, but his specific departure date depends on a lot of factors that won't be determined until the time draws nearer.
Sean should be back home around 6 months after his departure. His orders are actually only for 4 months, but it is typical for people with his job to have their time extended to 6 months. We feel it's just better not to expect him back any sooner than 6 months. If he is, then it will be a very pleasant surprise!
Sean has gotten his deployment prep well under way. He has attended his first deployment briefing. He has received his vaccinations and physical. He also has some medical readiness and weapons training (which is only needed as a precaution) coming up soon.
As far as preparing his application for CRNA school. . .Well, that is something Sean is having to fit in when he can. When he has free-time from Chem II classwork and his Air Force duties, he spends time studying for the GRE. He hopes to take the GRE sometime in April and will then continue with the paperwork portion of his CRNA application. If accepted to CRNA school, he will start those classes in June 2008.
Sean will also be receiving CCATT (Critical Care Air Transport Team) training in April. In this training, Sean will learn how to adapt his current skills to be part of a team of nurses and doctors working on a jet that has been converted into a flying ICU for those ciritically injured in the war who need to be taken back to the United States. Although he will not be deployed in a CCATT role during this deployment, the training will be a big help in preparing him for his deployment and will mean he is eligible to do CCATT the next time he is deployed.
Several people have asked what I will do while Sean is gone. . .I will keep up my normal routine here in San Antonio for the most part. I plan on volunteering more of my time at the assisted living center, and may take up a new hobby or two. I also plan on visiting Colorado and having family members come visit me a few times to keep my spirits up. I have a good support system of people here and feel like I will be taken care of as needed. I don't want to change much of my routine because it would only have to change again when Sean returned, and because Sean being at home again will be a huge adjustment in itself, I want to reduce the stress of having too many big changes at one time.
Hopefully this has answered any questions or concerns. If there is anything else anyone wants to know, just post a comment.
posted by Danielle | 6:31 PM
3 Comments:
Hi Sweetie. You'll have to let us know how to send Sean emails and gift packages while he's gone. Love you both- mike and melo
Thank you for such a good update, Dani! Remember that we are counting on being family to you even more while Sean is gone! We love both of you! Uncle LD & Aunt Jackie
We really will all want to know how we can best support Sean AND you while he is gone. I know that you will let us know of what should be in those "care" packages when the time comes.
We are so proud of Sean for what he is doing!! Love and hugs, xo
Mom
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