So many events have gone on leading up to Graduation tomorrow. The girls and I made it to Capitol Run on Wednesday morning. I woke up at 2:45am to pack breakfast and load up the car. #1 must have been as excited as I was because she popped right out of bed and walked herself down to the garage. #2 was sound asleep and I was able to buckle her into the car seat with no problem. The freeways were obviously pretty empty at 3:00 in the morning. I made it to the Academy a little after 4:00am. Other families were arriving too. Around 5:15am we walked over to the Academy gates to find a spot. It was cold with the wind, but it so worth it hearing and then seeing the entire Cadet class run by led by a motorcade. As soon as they left the Academy gates, we jumped in our car to head for the a State Capitol. I just followed the Good Day Sacramento News van. We saw cadets coming over the Tower Bridge. What a sight to see. They ended up on the back steps of the State Capitol where they ended their run with knuckle push-ups. We got to take a few pictures with B. before he boarded a bus back to the Academy. We headed back home and made it by 8:30am. I could've taken the girls straight to school but we ended up napping until 11:00am.
I dropped them off late to school since I needed to head back from the Graduation party. So grateful that our neighbors could watch the girls overnight so I didn't have to drive home and back the very next day for the family seminar. The Grad party was fun, we sat with B.'s roommates and were planning future vacations together. Like I've said before, I'm so glad they clicked so well as roommates and now I've done the same with their girlfriends.
I attended the Family Seminar this morning. They provided so many details in a four hour period. Some of the information was scary to hear, but a reality check on the inherent dangers of the job. The best thing was hearing from the three CHP wives, Frances, Erin and Vicki. They gave first hand details on what it's like to be a CHP Wife. They all handled their homes and husbands differently. There is not just one way to do things. Do what's best for your situation. They all mentioned that you will become best friends with other LE or CHP wives. These other wives will understand your reality and not question why your husband is unable to attend this function or that birthday party.
After the Family Seminar, I met up with B. to head home and pick up the girls from school to turn right back around and head back to West Sac for the night. We had dinner with the roomies one last time as Cadets at our favorite spot, BJs. We realized this is the only restaurant we ever get together at. Hopefully this is not the last time we do this. Maybe Vegas next time .
I'm so excited for the Graduation tomorrow. 27 weeks of blood, sweat, and tears. CTC II-13, you've made it. Congratulations on an awesome accomplishment and best of luck in the field.
What a great idea to blog about this experience!! I was in your shoes a little over three years ago. I remember that early morning drive to the Academy to watch the Cadets start their run to the Capitol. It is something you will always remember, and how special that you brought your children out with you too! I hope your CHP officer was assigned to an office fairly local to your location. We weren't so lucky but after some time we are now back local. We are out of the Bay Area, if you ever need a fellow CHP wife to talk to I'm here. kcrown22@gmail.com. Congratulations to you and your husband for such a great accomplishment! Sending good thoughts for his time on break-in. May it go by quick for the both of you. :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!! I hope you had an amazing day today! I hope you continue to blog, as I can't wait to hear what is in our future :-) Thank you so much for taking us all on this journey with you.
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