An Attempt to blog

Well, here I go, my first attempt at blogging. Sounded like a good idea as a way to keep our family and friends updated on us while we are still overseas. Plus, gives me a chance to write which is something that I love to do. I hope that you all take the time to read the blogs and comment on them as a way of letting me know if this is a good idea or not. So, here goes.... :)