Today I was promoted to specialist and I am a noncommissioned officer of the US. Army. My heart was pounding so hard that I thought surely everybody was able to hear it when my new rank was pinned on and my old one was removed. A proud moment, which I would have loved to share with family, but then those that serve with me in the Army are as well family. Then, of course there is Pbase family and I share this special moment with you all too. About yesterday's essay. I am still working on it and yes Donna I was peeking in once in a while. I just found out that I have duty tonight possibly, so I best get to it. Hope you all have a great day!