Ranger Graduation

On Monday evening, October 15th, at 11:57pm Mike called me in the worst mood ever. I immediately thought to myself "not again..." He had been cleaning weapons for hours and after our short phone call, would be continuing the cleaning until sunrise. Understandably upset, I was horrified at what he was going to say.

Then, I was jumping up and down on the bed with excitement. My sister cheered, and my mom ran in to hear the good news. MIKE PASSED!!! He would be graduating Friday, the 19th!!!!!!

There have been a lot of trials for Mike and I in the last couple years, and Ranger school was a huge challenge for Mike. For those who don't know, two years ago this month Mike was told that he was "unfit" to serve our country by a reservist cardiologist serving his two weeks a year.  This unnamed officer started a course of action that could have ended Mike's military career before it really began.

He has come a long way since then. This is, of course, no surprise to any of us that know him. He gained the confidence and support of his senior officers, and he achieved what many thought impossible for a kid with a hole in his heart. What they didn't know is that his heart is strong, and his determination is unstoppable. He is a Ranger.

Here is a little dramatization for you enjoyment. Hope it makes other wives giggle because we know the true drama of Ranger school. Now if we could just portray our experience...