Jake has been so happy today. :) He had a great time last night. He went out with the other "ginger" and their Lieutenant (they call him "LT"). They didn't get back until late. It's nice to see him happy and smiling.
Another laid back day--ahhhh. . . :) Jake slept in pretty late this morning--hmmm . . . wonder why!? He relaxed and showered and then relaxed more. The phone in our room rang--Jake had such a surprised look on his face! I was wondering who was on the other end that caused that look. All of a sudden I heard him say, "I'll be right down!" I asked who was on the other end as he hung up the phone. He had a huge smile on his face and said that it was Sgt.--the sergeant who was in his truck with him. He said he was downstairs at the BBQ looking for Jake. Both of us were surprised because we just saw Sarg the other day in the hospital. He received a day pass from the hospital and was in his wheelchair roaming about with his parents. He looked so great! It was absolutely wonderful to see him there! :)
We had a nice time at the BBQ with Sarg, his parents, LT, and the other ginger. :) The BBQ was put on by the Rolling Thunder organization. It made up of all different types of people, but are veterans. Most ride motorcycles, but riding is not a prerequisite. Their main focus is to bring full accountability for POW's and MIA's of all wars. They remind the government, the media, and all people that "We Will Not Forget". I talked to some of them at the BBQ and they are wonderful men and women. One man had tears in his eyes when he talked to Jake and Sarg. He kept telling them "thank you for their service." He did not serve in a war, but he was an Army brat and his dad and brothers served. The music was the best I've heard at all the BBQ's held here. The food is always great, but today, the company was the best. :)
LT showed us pictures of the destroyed vehicle that these men were in when injured. :( He also showed us the crater the bomb created in the road. Unbelievable! My heart sank. It truly is a miracle that these men are alive. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers go out to the family of the wonderful soldier (and friend to these men) who lost his life in the blast.
After the BBQ, the CAUSE organization was giving free massages to soldiers and family members. They come here about twice a month to give free massages. Jake said he really wanted one for his shoulders and back because of all the pushing he does in the wheelchair. So, he signed up! :) Boy, he was in heaven! His muscles felt so much better after the massage. He kept trying to get me to get a different type of massage--it was a gentle touch/relaxing/energy type of massage. Well, he was very convincing and I signed up. It was a totally different experience--not a deep tissue type of massage, but it was very relaxing.
This evening had a great ending for Jake. The cafeteria at the Mologne House had one of Jake's favorite--"Cheesecake Factory" brand Cheesecake! :) Quite the ending to a great weekend!
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