I got up this morning about 4:44 a.m. and got together with a few guys from my platoon. We did some exercises and ran about a mile.
I had to go to a medical clinic this morning to try to get a medical profile on my wrist so I could wear a brace on my wrist for physical training. They gave me a temporary profile and took me off of push ups.
They want me to go to occupational therapy to get a permanent profile. I will have to get that done sometime before I leave.
I worked last night on my facing movements and was doing be much better this morning. We assembled our kevlar helmets and worked on marching for about four hours.
We got the late afternoon off, so I went out with my battle buddy, Randy Croel, from Wisconsin. We have a lot in common and have developed a great relationship.
Tomorrow we will attend three services on base. We re required to attend nine services and do reflection papers on each one prior to finishing the course.
We will have formation at 1430 tommorrow afternoon. They told us to wear p.t. clothes.
Here we go!
Well I am going to get ready for bed, Take care all!
Steve Bareis
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Friday, January 9, 2009
Friday, January 9th; Drill and Ceremony
Well today started at 0530 to leave to pick up equipment. We were issued sleeping systems (sleeping bag with three liners), vest, and gas mask. We were addressed by the director of the school and had a formal service so we could see military ceremony at work.
After lunch we had a class on Military customs and then went outside to start drill movements. I had some difficulty getting my boots to cooperate on the pavement. I am heavy footed I guess.
I survived but verily. It was little discouraging. I worked on it this evening and got better.
I spent an hour and half at the hospital to get my wrist looked at so I can wear a wrap on my left wrist from having surgery several years ago. They made an appointment for me tomorrow morning at 7:50
i am going to try and get up and do some PT at 0500 before i go in for my appointment and then we have more drill time after my appointment.
My address here is: 1LT Steven Bareis, USACHCS, CH-BOLC CLASS#09-001, 10100 LEE ROAD, FORT JACKSON, SC 29207-7090
My last day here is January 30th.
Trusting Him,
Steve
After lunch we had a class on Military customs and then went outside to start drill movements. I had some difficulty getting my boots to cooperate on the pavement. I am heavy footed I guess.
I survived but verily. It was little discouraging. I worked on it this evening and got better.
I spent an hour and half at the hospital to get my wrist looked at so I can wear a wrap on my left wrist from having surgery several years ago. They made an appointment for me tomorrow morning at 7:50
i am going to try and get up and do some PT at 0500 before i go in for my appointment and then we have more drill time after my appointment.
My address here is: 1LT Steven Bareis, USACHCS, CH-BOLC CLASS#09-001, 10100 LEE ROAD, FORT JACKSON, SC 29207-7090
My last day here is January 30th.
Trusting Him,
Steve
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Thursday, January 8th, 2008
Well we had several briefings today and then had our weigh in so we can start Physical fitness starting Monday. I was still over the army weight standard, but made it through the taping process. so I got a Go! Tomorrow we start training on drill and ceremony (marching) I'll be up at 4:15 in the morning because we have to leave at 5:30. We have to meet up to get further equipment.
The time here is just starting to heat up as far as activity. Inprocessing is over and now the work begins. I have several articles I have to read this evening. I'm going to keep it short.
Appreciate all your prayers,
Steve
The time here is just starting to heat up as far as activity. Inprocessing is over and now the work begins. I have several articles I have to read this evening. I'm going to keep it short.
Appreciate all your prayers,
Steve
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Day Four- Wednesday January 7th: Medical Inprocessing
Today started early. 0515, I got up at 0350 hours. Early, Too Early. We started the day with urinalysis, drug testing. And off course I had problems giving a specimen. Nothing like being told to pee on command. I must have drank 150 ounces of water before I finally went. I was not last to go, but I was close. Nothing like a little humbling experience.
About 1000 we headed over by bus to the medical in processing center. I had to have four shots and the flu vaccine. I had a hearing check, eye check, and blood drawn. It took all day to get all our class mates thru. I got back to the room around 1700 hours. Both arms hurt from shots. I survived.
Tomorrow starts around 0645 hours in class. I don't remember off hand the course of study, but I know Friday we start official physical Training (PT). The P.T. Test has been delayed, but we are on the threshold of a very busy week ahead. I know we have a half day on Saturday, then Monday thru Thursday next week is tough mixed with a little fun.
Hope all is well with you. So Far so Good!
Steve
About 1000 we headed over by bus to the medical in processing center. I had to have four shots and the flu vaccine. I had a hearing check, eye check, and blood drawn. It took all day to get all our class mates thru. I got back to the room around 1700 hours. Both arms hurt from shots. I survived.
Tomorrow starts around 0645 hours in class. I don't remember off hand the course of study, but I know Friday we start official physical Training (PT). The P.T. Test has been delayed, but we are on the threshold of a very busy week ahead. I know we have a half day on Saturday, then Monday thru Thursday next week is tough mixed with a little fun.
Hope all is well with you. So Far so Good!
Steve
Day Three- More Inprocessing and Equipment issue
I had the morning off since I am not doing my dental exam at this time. I went with some guys to finish out some shopping and equipment purchase.
At 1400 hours we formed up to go to get our TA-50 (equipment pack). The issuing of it took all afternoon. We then went back to class for some more information on uniform wear. Tomorrow ill be the first day we are in uniform.
We have to be at formation at 0515 hours so I am going to bed early. Good Night!
At 1400 hours we formed up to go to get our TA-50 (equipment pack). The issuing of it took all afternoon. We then went back to class for some more information on uniform wear. Tomorrow ill be the first day we are in uniform.
We have to be at formation at 0515 hours so I am going to bed early. Good Night!
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Day Two- More inprocessing
I had typed something in the other night, but for some reason it did not publish.
We did more paperwork on financing and life insurance paperwork, next of kin etc. Not the most exciting of days of necessary details.
In the afternoon we picked up uniforms. I spent over $500.00 on necessary purchases from their list. I probably have invested almost $1200 . We are to get $600 back at some point.
Tomorrow will be a little later of a start, I am going to get some more food to eat that is microwave safe.
Until tomorrow
We did more paperwork on financing and life insurance paperwork, next of kin etc. Not the most exciting of days of necessary details.
In the afternoon we picked up uniforms. I spent over $500.00 on necessary purchases from their list. I probably have invested almost $1200 . We are to get $600 back at some point.
Tomorrow will be a little later of a start, I am going to get some more food to eat that is microwave safe.
Until tomorrow
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Day One- Start
I got up this morning and got around. I'm am still not used to being without hair. I shaved it again last night to make sure it was regulation.
I met up with about ten other chaplain's for Bible Study and breakfast this morning. We all are bald headed. Well, we had Bible Study and just shared about who we were and how God brought us to this point in our ministry. It was interesting. I'm not the oldest. One guy is 46 years old and several my age or a year more. All concerned about the P.T. testing. There was no breakfast this morning out, so I'm glad a packed some oatmeal and brought some juice and coffee.
Over all a good start to the morning. We will start sessions this afternoon at 1345 hours. Most are staying in Dozzier hall, which is near the school. I am about a mile and half from there so I have to drive over. I have not met anyone staying in Kennedy Hall where I am, yet.
This afternoon went well. There are 85 in my class. Twenty five will be leaving when I do after the Initial training. I've met guys and gals from all over our nation that feel the same call that I have felt. We all have the same apprehensions about passing the P.T. test on Friday.
I'm glad I have a microwave and small fridge, because eating is mostly on me. It looks like a lot of PBJ sandwiches for me. I went to the Commissary (grocery store) and bought a few things in order to eat. They are feeding us once in a while, but this week is mostly on our own; snack foods and fruit for me. There will be a rare provided lunch and time will be scarce to cook anything.
Well I better sign off for tonight. Tomorrow holds more in processing and uniform purchasing.
Bro. Steve
I met up with about ten other chaplain's for Bible Study and breakfast this morning. We all are bald headed. Well, we had Bible Study and just shared about who we were and how God brought us to this point in our ministry. It was interesting. I'm not the oldest. One guy is 46 years old and several my age or a year more. All concerned about the P.T. testing. There was no breakfast this morning out, so I'm glad a packed some oatmeal and brought some juice and coffee.
Over all a good start to the morning. We will start sessions this afternoon at 1345 hours. Most are staying in Dozzier hall, which is near the school. I am about a mile and half from there so I have to drive over. I have not met anyone staying in Kennedy Hall where I am, yet.
This afternoon went well. There are 85 in my class. Twenty five will be leaving when I do after the Initial training. I've met guys and gals from all over our nation that feel the same call that I have felt. We all have the same apprehensions about passing the P.T. test on Friday.
I'm glad I have a microwave and small fridge, because eating is mostly on me. It looks like a lot of PBJ sandwiches for me. I went to the Commissary (grocery store) and bought a few things in order to eat. They are feeding us once in a while, but this week is mostly on our own; snack foods and fruit for me. There will be a rare provided lunch and time will be scarce to cook anything.
Well I better sign off for tonight. Tomorrow holds more in processing and uniform purchasing.
Bro. Steve
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