DodgeBoard.com - Forums - Blogs http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/ Dodge City, Kansas community chat forum and blog, featuring online arcade games, news, horoscopes, police scanner, classified ads. Visitors can chat with our community members and local residents about local politics, news, or hot issues in the wild west town of Dodge City. en Sat, 17 May 2008 10:04:05 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/images/005/misc/rss.jpg DodgeBoard.com - Forums - Blogs http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/ Volume Seven (Final Iraq Post) http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/sgt-t-/36-volume-seven-final-iraq-post.html Wed, 02 Apr 2008 08:50:37 GMT So I thought all was well, it was 20 March, and I was thinking about getting outta here, and then all of a sudden, the JAM decided they wanted to fight again. Between March 23rd and yesterday, my unit here called in more airstrikes and atrillery support then they had the entire previous year. My unit lost 2 men, and 3 others were seriously wounded. All this despite the fact that we're all due to return home this week. It sucks losing people this close to the end, and sucks even more knowing that it could've been avoided. I cannot go into details, but catch me over a beer sometime and I might fill you in. The amount of indirect fire we've been getting on the FOB here has gone way up too, they seem determined to make my last few days interesting.

This will be my last post for a while, as I will be out of the net due to travel, from here to BIAP, to Kuwait, and then eventually Topeka and back to Ft. Riley. I should be breathing Kansas air by this time next week. ]]> SGT T. http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/sgt-t-/36-volume-seven-final-iraq-post.html 03/29/08 http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/flying-dutchman/35-03-29-08.html Sat, 29 Mar 2008 06:23:39 GMT Well, to say this last week was bad would be an understatement. On thursday, the 20th, while at work, I passed out. Had to be taken to the hospital. It was the scariest situation I have ever endured. Luckily the people I work with were exceptional and handled the situation great. No one panicked, which helped me immensly (sic). My whole body just shut down. I could not move and could hardly breathe. Turns out it was food poisoning and my body went into shock. All is well now, but it was a scary situation. Especially for my son who came to the hospital and stood by me. The look on his face......well, let's just say it breaks my heart. I hated being totally helpless and unable to tell him I would be alright. I know it is a pride thing but I never wanted my children to see me in that way.
My brother who lives in Colorado also had a bad situation. His depression became too much for him and he attemted suicide. He did not succeed, thank God. I have been talking to him and trying to help. Hopefully things will work out. He was in the hospital while I was. Odd aint it?
Good news is that my job may be changing. New location, way more pay.......yeah, i am stoked. Means i have to get off my ass and get things done around this house though. lol ]]> Flying Dutchman http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/flying-dutchman/35-03-29-08.html Volume Six, End of Tour Edition http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/sgt-t-/34-volume-six-end-tour-edition.html Mon, 24 Mar 2008 15:27:33 GMT Well, this is it. My time here is almost up, I cannot wait to return to home station. I am tired of the killing and death, the being a political pawn in a election year game of life and death. And then theres the heat (its over 100 here already), and the flies and mosquitos and the general state of ick that permeates the air here. It will be good to get home. I have learned so much in my year here, about myself and about the human condition. I would like to say that I am coming back unscathed, but there is just no way that anyone can spend that much time here and not see or hear about things that will change you. I've decided that there are a few things about myself that I am going to change, some of those changes are already in progress. One thing that has already changed for me is my priorities in life. Another thing that has changed is my faith in our Government. I still believe that we are the best hope on earth for freedom and liberty, but I think we are but a shell of the country we used to be. I understand a great deal more now about how the military works, and why we do things like we do, but I still don't agree with some... ok, most of it.
One thing that is bothering me now, how can the Army send us to war, expose us to guns and bombs and death, and then treat us like we're damaged goods when we get back? Members of a unit that I am familiar with (hint hint) had their wives told not to decorate the units area with balloons when the unit came back, because the sounds of popping balloons could "upset" them. Odd. Guns, bombs, explosions, no big deal, but Balloons.... no no no. Too dangerous. Wouldn't want to upset the Soldiers. I know its a small thing, but really, we've all got to come back to the world. Balloons and all.

In closing, thank you all for your kind words and support, and for the things you sent. MUCH appreciated. The clock is getting ready to start again, 365 days in the states, and then after that, back here again. Just four more rotations and I can retire. Thanks again for all your support. ]]> SGT T. http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/sgt-t-/34-volume-six-end-tour-edition.html Mom of Two! http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/sherry_giskie/33-mom-two.html Mon, 17 Mar 2008 20:31:45 GMT Wow! It's so much harder with two! My depression has kicked back in now, so I guess I gotta get back on them damn pills before I kill Matt. I bet he enjoys going to work lately since I'm so bitchy. I called the doctor today though so I'll be better once I start back on em.

I absolutely love my little girls! They are so beautiful and I couldn't be happier! I am very excited about dressing them the same. I love to see matching sisters clothes. I just won't do it too often because I hated getting the same presents as my sisters when I was little.

Seda is going nuts! She is crying more often and throws fits all the time! We'll work on that. ]]> Sherry_Giskie http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/sherry_giskie/33-mom-two.html Illness http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/jeezeweeze/32-illness.html Wed, 05 Mar 2008 22:37:12 GMT Well I am finely kinda sorta feeling better altho not 100 % yet. I get these upper-respiratory infections about every 3 to 4 years, but as I get older I find they linger longer. I have no energy and breathing is still difficult but I finely ventured to the grocery store today and just standing in line I heard folks talking about how sick everyone in town is. Some have flu and some have this crap I have. I did take a round of antibiotics and over the counter cough meds. I think the best thing is Vicks vapor rub, to just open the passages and make breathing easier. I guess anyway. Who knows for sure. I felt so close to deaths door I think anything would have helped. Well I am finely kinda sorta feeling better altho not 100 % yet.

I get these upper-respiratory infections about every 3 to 4 years, but as I get older I find they linger longer.
I have no energy and breathing is still difficult but I finely ventured to the grocery store today and just standing in line I heard folks talking about how sick everyone in town is. Some have flu and some have this crap I have.
I did take a round of antibiotics and over the counter cough meds. I think the best thing is Vicks vapor rub, to just open the passages and make breathing easier.
I guess anyway. Who knows for sure. I felt so close to deaths door I think anything would have helped. ]]> jeezeweeze http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/jeezeweeze/32-illness.html Last Prenatal Visit Today! http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/sherry_giskie/31-last-prenatal-visit-today.html Fri, 22 Feb 2008 16:26:23 GMT Yay! Today we will be scheduling my induction since the baby doesn't wanna come out on it's own! I'm just so excited that it's over. I couldn't be more uncomfortable. I can't believe we will definitely meet this stranger in the next 7 days! We're more than ready! ]]> Sherry_Giskie http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/sherry_giskie/31-last-prenatal-visit-today.html Ok http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/jeezeweeze/30-ok.html Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:28:42 GMT I hope this works for everyone I hope this works for everyone ]]> jeezeweeze http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/jeezeweeze/30-ok.html Test Blog by admin http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/jeezeweeze/29-test-blog-admin.html Tue, 19 Feb 2008 14:58:57 GMT This is a test to see why Weezy can't have comments ]]> jeezeweeze http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/jeezeweeze/29-test-blog-admin.html feb 18 2008 http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/flying-dutchman/28-feb-18-2008.html Tue, 19 Feb 2008 04:47:46 GMT Just four shows left of the play.......what an experience! I have had a blast doing the play and everybody from the patrons to the staff have been great! I am looking forward to doing another one, but not for quite some time. Just four shows left of the play.......what an experience! I have had a blast doing the play and everybody from the patrons to the staff have been great! I am looking forward to doing another one, but not for quite some time. ]]> Flying Dutchman http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/flying-dutchman/28-feb-18-2008.html 39 Weeks Tomorrow!! http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/sherry_giskie/27-39-weeks-tomorrow.html Sat, 16 Feb 2008 21:10:37 GMT We are extremely excited! We went to the doctor yesterday and we are still seeing progress! I am already dilated to a 3, we are just waiting on some organized regular contractions, and then we are in business!

Dr. Madson and I decided that if I don't deliver before my next prenatal visit on the 22nd, that we will induce the following week. That means we will definitely have a baby before the end of February! As long as I don't have the baby on Seda's birthday (17th), I will be happy. Then again, it's not up to me so we will accept what we're given.

I think the most exciting thing about all this is that we didn't find out the sex. It's going to be a very special moment meeting this complete stranger on that day. I know I'll be in tear overdrive hahaha!

We already have our names picked out for a boy or a girl. The boys' name will be Kolben Matthew Giskie. The middle name of course comes from his father. The girls' name will be Kahlen Sue Giskie. The middle name Sue is Matt's mother's middle name. The reason this child is being named partially for Daddy is because Seda's middle name is a tribute to my side of the family. It's Sharrie with Sharon (my grandma) and Karrie (my mother) mixed together.

The measurement of my belly at the last appointment went down a couple centimeters which means the baby has probably "dropped". I just can't wait until we meet this little one. I appreciate the people who have shown support for me and am completely thankful for them.
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]]> Sherry_Giskie http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/sherry_giskie/27-39-weeks-tomorrow.html Future http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/jeezeweeze/26-future.html Mon, 11 Feb 2008 17:48:06 GMT Ok ...so the funeral director brought me the paperwork this morning...Small town they will come to you....LOL It was funny tho, he came in all serious and before he left he was LHAO.

Decision on the death benefit is to go to the kids because my choice of disposal of my remains is cremation.... Sort of a Jewish thing to do don't you think?

It is very affordable and will leave a bit of cash for the kids to use for whatever. I wouldn't mind for them to have a wake or party to give me a send off.... It is a celebration of new beginnings to me so go for it.

My song "Spirit in the Sky"

I do believe in an afterlife and whether it is true or not is a matter of faith anyway.

Its gonna have to be left up to them what to do with the ashes... keep um, scatter um, or flush um ... no nevermind to me. If I had to make a decision it would be to have my ashes scattered at the overlook between DC and Cimarron.......I don't know why but every time I went there I felt a connection to the folks that made that trip and when you look across the land you can kinda get a feel of the hardships they suffered... but thats just me.....The only request I had was to the director....Make damn sure I am dead before I am put into the chamber... LOL


Next on list is Living Will.....don't wanna be machine fed or breathing or any of that. ]]> jeezeweeze http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/jeezeweeze/26-future.html feb 7 2008 http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/flying-dutchman/25-feb-7-2008.html Fri, 08 Feb 2008 06:36:32 GMT Tonight was final rehearsal for the play. I am glad those are over........man, talk about draining. lol Took my puppy (well, 2 year old, but still acts like a pup) to the vet. I was afraid he had hip dysplasia (sic) and it was confirmed. Have him on pain meds for awhile until it gets too bad (2 to 5 years). Breaks my heart but I had a bad feeling it was going to happen because of his breed and size. Just have to wait now, but he is happy and still my bud. I was going to put him down, but I just couldn't. ]]> Flying Dutchman http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/flying-dutchman/25-feb-7-2008.html Gotta do it http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/jeezeweeze/24-gotta-do.html Wed, 06 Feb 2008 15:43:41 GMT As if getting old isn't bad enough. You start getting reminders that your gonna die. Got one from KPERS yesterday reminding me that I have a $4000.00 lump sum death benefit. That is good news.

They advise you that your choices are ....benefit goes to your beneficiary, who will have to pay taxes on it. Or you assign it to a funeral home and they pay the taxes on it.

You have to start planning for your demise, because you don't want your loved ones to have that stressful chore.

So I have to make arraingements for that day and will be calling the local establishments to inquire about it. YUKKKKKKKK

What a morbid thought. But it has to be done. ]]> jeezeweeze http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/jeezeweeze/24-gotta-do.html jan 23 2008 http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/flying-dutchman/23-jan-23-2008.html Thu, 24 Jan 2008 05:59:27 GMT Made it through the funeral. The outpouring of love from the community for my friend and his wife was humbling and beautiful. Today the pain I am feeling is of a different type....had to have surgery on my tooth. Oh man.....this just is not my week. lol I now must buckle down and learn my lines for the upcoming play, which I pretty much have down. While I was looking forward to the city election, unfortunately with things I got sidetracked and missed the deadline (I was told the turn in was not until the last part of Jan, meaning the last week. Guess thats what I get for listening to them at city hall) but maybe thats a good thing with so much on my plate right now. Made it through the funeral. The outpouring of love from the community for my friend and his wife was humbling and beautiful. Today the pain I am feeling is of a different type....had to have surgery on my tooth. Oh man.....this just is not my week. lol I now must buckle down and learn my lines for the upcoming play, which I pretty much have down. While I was looking forward to the city election, unfortunately with things I got sidetracked and missed the deadline (I was told the turn in was not until the last part of Jan, meaning the last week. Guess thats what I get for listening to them at city hall) but maybe thats a good thing with so much on my plate right now. ]]> Flying Dutchman http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/flying-dutchman/23-jan-23-2008.html jan 22 2008 http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/flying-dutchman/22-jan-22-2008.html Tue, 22 Jan 2008 07:23:46 GMT I am having a hard time sleeping tonight. I am not looking forward to what today brings. I have one of the greatest honors bestowed upon me, but it comes at a terrible price. I am to be a pall bearer at my best friends funeral today. I am glad his suffering is over and I know he has gone on to a better place.......but the empty void left behind is deep and I miss him so. I am having a hard time sleeping tonight. I am not looking forward to what today brings. I have one of the greatest honors bestowed upon me, but it comes at a terrible price. I am to be a pall bearer at my best friends funeral today. I am glad his suffering is over and I know he has gone on to a better place.......but the empty void left behind is deep and I miss him so. ]]> Flying Dutchman http://www.dodgeboard.com/forums/blogs/flying-dutchman/22-jan-22-2008.html