Have I ever told you about my cleaning lady?

Sshhh! don’t tell anyone, but I think she is a ninja or an undercover agent. Talk about stealth and determination. She is sneaky personified. I don’t know what to make of her. I can’t figure out if she just L-O-V-E-S cleaning, or if we are playing a never ending game of “hide and seek” or “catch me if you can.” This has become one of the highlights of my day. She’s a cute little old Japanese lady and is one of the most humble and meek ladies I’ve ever met. Her smile will make you laugh and feel all bubbly inside.
I will have to undergo a covert ops mission in order to steal a picture of her for you.

Everyday I do my best to be in my room at the hour I think she will strike. Everyday I miss her. Only once have I caught her in the act. It was the first week I was here. That day, she memorized my car’s make, model, color, VIN and tag number. Now, when I pull up and she’s in my motel room, she will stick her head out the door – look both ways, and then POOF! She vanishes into thin air before I can make those 200 steps from the car to the room.

There have been two days I’ve been in my room all day restricting access to the room from her ninja skills. Both days she stopped by the door to ask if I needed anything. I smiled politely and respectfully said no thank you. I don’t want to make her work more and I’m trying to lighten her load from all the other rooms she so meticulously has to clean.

She proceeds to ask, “Sheets? Towels? Trash?”

To which I reply, “I made my husband take his monthly shower yesterday, so we’re good on the sheets and towels for at least a month. And since he’s not here, I do not have any trash for you.”

She catches on to my attempt at humor and cracks a slight smile, but then like a prowling lioness with determination, she continues to make her circles hoping I will leave the room unattended.

Each day she grows increasingly stealthy and more ninja like. I will stay in my room all morning and leave at noon only to return later in the afternoon to a fully cleaned room. If I leave in the morning and return at noon, our room has been serviced by this selfless ninja. If I duck out from 1pm to 2pm, I will return to a clean room!!! Ahhhhh!!! What is a girl to do?!!

Lurking in the shadows, she is there, she’s watching, she’s waiting. Cleaning lady is ready to pounce at a moments notice; she is ready to take her prey.

I’m wondering if she is one of God’s angels.

Dave wants to take lessons at her dojo.

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Hi guys! Sorry it has taken me so long. I know I have a LOT of catching up to do. I am and have been in a hotel pretty much since the last blog in December. The internet speed has been so slow it makes it incredibly difficult to even email. This will be short and sweet until I we move in to our home at the end of March and get everything up and going.

Dave has "in-processed" but I'm still not sure what he is or will be doing. I'm not sure he even knows. :) We do know he will be with the 25th ID, 2nd Brgd- Striker Combat Team.

The Lord has been blessing us in His perfect timing with getting everything settled. I don't know how people make it without the Lord. He has allowed us to find a beautiful home within our budget, good reliable transportation, and wonderful times with family. My youngest brother and his wife are stationed here: Zac and Sissy. They have been such a HUGE help. When we first got here, Sissy literally drove us all over the island helping us to find a home and a car. She was very selfless in her time and energy.

Morton's Neuroma

I think that's how you spell it: Morton's Neuroma. That is what I had. To me it was like walking on golf balls in each foot. I'm not sure of the details, but you can click on the link and follow which ever google page you would like to know more. =) I just knew it hurt to run or do any cardio on my feet.
Now I have new wheels and a walker...oh yeah and some super cool shoes. Don't be jealous for you too can have all this and more. Email me for details. :)

CAUTION!!!!! WARNING!!!! The following pictures may not be suited for the weak hearted. hehehehe

My personal nurse, Carey D. Haynes. Hehehehe. He is doing such a loverly job. =)

The feet of Frankenstein. The lovely orange color was a gift from the Versed fairies.

Ranger School Graduation

Class 01-09
Start Date: October 12, 2008
Graduation Date: December 12, 2008
Fort Benning, GA

The Tyson Family + Mamma Kat at the Ranger Memorial.

Gary and Austin Key with Dave at Graduation.

Team Tyson freezing at graduation.

The graduating class of 01-09.

A cool explosive demonstration...some of the toys Dave has been playing with the last 62 days.

They used this tower to perform Mountain Phase demonstrations: cool rappelling, lifting equipment, lifting multiple men, and shooting at targets as you rappel.
This poor guy had to walk across the 40ft. log, up the Ranger stairs and then crawl across the tight wire to the Ranger sign, hang from the wire until you get the "go" ahead from the senior officer to drop into the ice cold water. This was one of the coldest days even for Rangers. Krissy and the kids were down from Minnesota and she even said she wished she had brought her snow clothes. Needless to say, the water demonstrators were ice cold. Poor guys.

This is a squad of Rangers with the typical weapons/toys the guys were able to play with during Ranger School depending on their role within that squad.

Uncle Dave with Logan and Faith.

Krissy, Dave and Jess freezing at the Ranger Memorial.

Bappa Joe Joe, Dave and Logan Tyson.

Dave with his Father, Joe.

The dogs were so exhausted from all the festivities we found them keeping our bed warm for us. They are so sweet and thoughtful.

I will post a slide show of all the pictures from the graduation day. There are a lot of other really cool pictures, but I'm getting sleepy. I will also put some pictures of my feet from surgery in case you are curious. =)
Click on this link to go to the Ranger School webpage where you will find Dave's class photo. It isn't up as of 12/22/08, but it will be there. Scroll all the way to the bottom. It will be under 2009: Class 01-09.

Graduation Information

On the Ranger School webpage is a map and directions to the graduation site. It is a power point file you will need to download in order to print it off. It is a pretty good map and directions, better than I could give.

Click on Graduation to open the link.

If you need more information or help, please email me or call me. Love you and can't wait to see you in a few days.

Also, quick update on the back: I'm still in lots of pain, but able to move!! The Lord is good. I am able to walk to the restroom, kitchen, etc. but I am still tiring out quickly. To my beloved parents: don't worry I am lying down right now as I write this...I promise I am not doing anything major...just trying to loosen up and keep the stiffness at bay. I'll keep you updated. Love you!

WAAAHOOO!!!!!

We have a new Ranger in the family by the name of David J. Tyson!!! He is approximately 20 pounds lighter but still the same goof ball...I mean amazing man we all know him to be. =)
He was not able to talk very long, but he did confirm he is graduating this Friday at 10am (EST) - be there at 9:30 b/c seating is limited. Thank you for your prayers, the Lord heard them and answered!!!
Two songs come to mind and are playing over and over again in my head...

"I'M SO EXCITED AND I JUST CAN'T HIDE IT..."

"PRAISE THE LORD O MY SOUL! AND ALL THAT IS WITHIN ME BLESS HIS HOLY NAME!!!"

ps. I hurt my back again and have been in bed the last two days. Please pray I get back on my feet quickly. I want to be able to drive down to Benning early to see Dave on his daily passes before graduation and I want to be able to walk at his graduation. =(

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