The job, a castle and more dogs
The last two mornings have been about getting up before 6 A.M. in order to make it to Harrisburg by 8 A.M. I've been working in the basement "War Room" of the castle style Head Quarters for the 28th division. It is very quiet down there only with a few who are regulars. This is where the PA ANG protects PA from invasions by NJ, NY, DE, MD, WV, and OH. A Master Sergeant Chaplain's Assistant is showing me the ropes of this temporary assignment. He's a bright and talkative man who is ordained in the Evangelical Free church who has an extensive background in rescue mission chaplaincy. He has great stories both humane and absurd.
My current task is to confirm dates and times with various chaplains to present Family Reunion Briefings. Basically, it is a matter of making a few phone calls and following up with emails. So far, most of them have a handle on their scheduling. I may be needed to drive somewhere to present one of the briefings myself in order to lighten their load. Additionally, I'm assisting in the production of a brochure on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and resources to help afflicted soldiers.
For part of the day I've been casually researching on the internet chaplain oriented topics to prepare for mobilization and to make sure I have enough manuals, supplies and what not.
I like putting in a regular work day. Heck, I could even get used to the concept. Currently, I'm scheduled to be doing this for two to three weeks, after that the Senior chaplain will search for more funds to extend me until I leave for school on Feb. 20. When I finish school on April 8, I will be attached to the unit that is waiting for me down at Camp Shelby, MS. Now it is just a matter of showing up and doing the work that is assigned to me.
Some of my concerns about leaving Sherman behind are starting to fade. A friend of mine, Mike and his three Vizslas and a Dalmatian may occupy my house while I'm away. Mike bred Marshal, my Vizsla. Marshal was a gift to me the last time Mike and his dogs stayed here a couple years ago. Now, once again his one bitch is pregnant...
My current task is to confirm dates and times with various chaplains to present Family Reunion Briefings. Basically, it is a matter of making a few phone calls and following up with emails. So far, most of them have a handle on their scheduling. I may be needed to drive somewhere to present one of the briefings myself in order to lighten their load. Additionally, I'm assisting in the production of a brochure on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and resources to help afflicted soldiers.
For part of the day I've been casually researching on the internet chaplain oriented topics to prepare for mobilization and to make sure I have enough manuals, supplies and what not.
I like putting in a regular work day. Heck, I could even get used to the concept. Currently, I'm scheduled to be doing this for two to three weeks, after that the Senior chaplain will search for more funds to extend me until I leave for school on Feb. 20. When I finish school on April 8, I will be attached to the unit that is waiting for me down at Camp Shelby, MS. Now it is just a matter of showing up and doing the work that is assigned to me.
Some of my concerns about leaving Sherman behind are starting to fade. A friend of mine, Mike and his three Vizslas and a Dalmatian may occupy my house while I'm away. Mike bred Marshal, my Vizsla. Marshal was a gift to me the last time Mike and his dogs stayed here a couple years ago. Now, once again his one bitch is pregnant...
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