Joe has been in training for his new career since July. He is required to live at the academy with a closed campus all week so we don't get to see him much and we really miss him. He is allowed to call but it's usually after the children have gone to bed. He does get to come home on Friday night for a couple of days so we really look forward to the weekends. The second he walks through the door everyone erupts with excitement and he is instantly mobbed with loves.
First, he was in the POST Academy ("Peace Officer Standards & Training") for 10 weeks. It is the standardized training all law enforcement officers in Idaho must complete.
POST Graduation Day
Now he is in the Advanced Training Course with the Idaho State Police. It is a 12 week, very intense, high-stress academy. It is very militaristic with marching everywhere, daily room inspections, and tons of physical activities. They originally had 10 recruits but now they are down to 6 and Joe was voted class president. We are so proud of him and are very excited for his graduation (2 days before Christmas) when he officially becomes an Idaho State Trooper. This will definitely be our family's best Christmas ever! After Christmas we will be moving to Region 4 (Twin Falls) where he has been assigned.
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wow! We are proud of him over here as well. My Joe said..."Wow, that's is awesome, way to go Joe!" My sentiments exactly... Except...we are truely going to miss you! I have been sort spoiled to have you in my ward and get to know you again. So grateful we are blogging buddies!
I must be pregnant or something 'cause I choked up like 5 times while reading this post. I can't even imagine the sacrifices your family has made over the last few months. I am so excited you can see the end of this chapter coming soon and I wish you all the luck in the world on the beginning of your next chapter. Love you guys, and we too are very proud of Joe!
Loved the train!!! I bet you just give the biggest sigh of relief when you see him come through the door to, right?! We just love you guys! Oh, one more thing...
DO. NOT. MOVE!!!! Please?????
Hey Racheal,
Congrats on the new job and moving. My brother Jon and his family live there. You will have to look them up when you get there. Wendy
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