AWARD WINNING......

OK, so it wasn't first place, but it was something.

I am proud to announce that Florida Scarf won honorable mention in the 2012 Army Arts and Crafts Contest; in the textiles division.

This is my second year entering. You might remember that last year my painting won first place. I'm really stoked to have made it to the winner circle this year too.

If you'd like to see the rest of the results from the contest, here's the link. It's worth a look. There is some really great stuff.

This winning scarf was one of a kind, like all of my scarves. Kuddos to the proud owner of this piece and anyone who purchased one in a similar style. You ladies know a prize winner when you see one.

If this announcement has reignited a love inside your soul for Flo Sca and you feel the need to shop; today and tomorrow are the last days for my Etsy Sale. After Friday normal season is in full swing and you'll have to wait until Spring for any deals.

Aviator for a Day

There have been a few moments here at Ft Rucker that have been REALLY fun and exciting. I try to participate as much as I can in order to broaden my (military life) horizons. One opportunity that has been offered recently is participation in Aviation Spouse Day. It's like a "field day" for the spouses of soldiers going through flight school. You know I jumped right on this. When chosen to participate you get a chance to go through a "typical" day for your spouse. (sort-of) 59 other wives and I had a blast getting to know one another while attempting to put ourselves in our husband's shoes. We went to the flight simulator and shot M16's, M2's, and the SAW gun. We also went to an initiatives (team building) course where you solve practical problems outdoors. The flight simulators were also on the program that day. I got to fly a Blackhawk :) The last place we visited was a building called H.O.S.T. It is where they train the soldiers to survive a helicopter crash over water. CRAZY! I got to meet many great people, that put immense effort into my husband's education. And palling around with some new ladies was pretty awesome too. Here are a few of my favorite photos from the day.

This is the briefing from the Commander, General Crutchfield. He is the most awesome CG I've ever known. (never mind the fact that he is the only one I know :)

Turkey hunting is way more fun than enemy hunting.

This is not the simulator I was in, but it's pretty close.