He did it

I got a call about 6:30. He passed his PFT. He has met all requirements to become a United States Army Officer! What a good feeling! I gotta get though this week and I can celebrate with my husband.

Leading into week 3

I just got off the phone with Mike. Here's a lil update. Next week will be really busy. He said not to be disappointed if I don't get to speak to him much. They have a lot of land navigational stuff to do. The Constitution essay is due this week. A timed Agility run is tomorrow.


I think I already told you that yesterday was the last day for mass punishment. Everyone is responsible for themselves. Ummmm, he also stated that this class will be the last BOLC II class in Sill. I dont know what that means for any other post but just a heads up.

Cant think of too much else at the moment.

For the first time ever I left my phone in the house to walk the dog and take out the trash. Well guess what. He called 5 times. When I finally called backed it was awesome to hear the excitement in his voice. The man still has the hots for me. Isnt life grand. After 3 kids and 80 lbs, the man still gets excited to hear my voice. he he he he he....

OCS ADDRESS

Posting this because the addy that the hubs gave was WRONG. :)

OC Doe, John
Class # 123-45, ____ PLT
_____ CO, 3-11th IN REGT (OCS)
7480 Riordan Street
Fort Benning, GA 31905

My Army Moving Style

Since Mike has been in the Army the only move I am familiar with is a DITY move

Do-it-Yourself move.

Reason why, I make money doing my moves myself. This move has a great monetary incentive. The government will pay the member 95% of what it would cost them to move you professionaly up to a certain weight allowance. If it cost you less than the allowance to move you, you keep the rest. As long as the move doesnt stress me out, I think I will always make DITY moves. It is more comforting to me. I move my stuff. I take the special and extra care of my stuff. MONEY MONEY MONEY.

While utilizing the DITY program, you may use your own vehicle, or a borrowed or rental vehicle. You are entitled to travel allowances, per diem and mileage through the government. You also receive $25,000 insurance coverage. An advance monetary allowance for your move can be paid under certain circumstances.


There are four types of DITY moves.

• Rental Equipment - You rent a truck or trailer, and receive an advance operating allowance based on mileage authorized and estimated weight of shipment. There is no advance on separation orders. You are responsible for packing, loading, driving, unloading, and unpacking the shipment. Storage at destination is at your expense, with reimbursement.
  
• You Load/They Drive - You pack and load a commercial moving van/truck, the commercial moving company drives to destination, and you unload and unpack the van/truck. The commercial firm must provide you with an ICC number or State/Federal Regulation numbers. You must request the company to provide weight tickets.
  
• Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) DITY - No advance operating allowance on a POV DITY is authorized. You may use your own or a borrowed vehicle. If you are borrowing the vehicle, you must have written permission from the vehicle owner for all POV DITY moves. Current vehicle registration is also required. The POV must be a "cargo" type vehicle, not a vehicle that is designed for passenger transport. For more information, see the complete POV manual (available in Adobe Acrobat format).
  
• Move in Connection With a Government-Arranged Mobile Home Shipment - Household goods that can be authorized for shipment at government expense but must be removed from a mobile home to satisfy safety requirement can be moved under the DITY program. Such items can include heavy appliances and furniture, air conditioners, awnings, etc.

The DITY Move Procedure When you apply and carry out a DITY move, be sure to follow the steps below. Part One: Pre-Move Arrangements Step 1: Apply for the DITY move Step 2: Decide on your type of move Step 3: Arrange for rental equipment and moving services Step 4: Confirm your insurance coverage Part Two: Move and Settlement Step 5: Pick up your operating allowance Step 6: Calculate your property weight Step 7: Keep receipts of all moving expenses Step 8: Make your move, submit your claim settlement

Army Housing OneStop

Army Housing OneStop is the official Army website for soldiers who need information about Military Family Housing (MFH), Unaccompanied Personnel Housing (UPH) and/or Community (Off-Post) Housing. It includes both comprehensive and quick-reference information for Army installations worldwide. Floor plans, photo tours, policies and procedures, programs and services, waiting list information, BAH/OHA, forms, contact information, utilities, schools, maps and much more!

https://onestop.army.mil/

Lockdown.

The rumor mill has it that the guys have gotten in trouble and are on lock down. This means no contact until.....well whenever. So no updates. Sorry!!