Last Days in Kentucky

It's been a long time since the last update because we have not heard much from Tim in the last week or so. He called last night while I was at my bike race. Here are the highlights per Debbie:

• Tim is essentially done with his official training as of Wednesday. He received his unit's saber insignia in a short ceremony.
• Over the Memorial Day weekend they participated in a field exercise in which they were closely observed and graded on performance. Tim said they got very little sleep and were pushed very hard. They returned from this exercise on Sunday evening.
• Yesterday they completed a grueling 20k "ruck march". They had to carry 40 lbs packs, wear body armor and carry their guns over a series of hills. It was very hot.
• Tim passed his official physical fitness test (push-up, sit-up and 2 mile run). He placed 9th overall out of about 300.
• For this last week they will cleaning and painting the barracks. Shortly after they graduate and vacate the building, it will be torn down as all training is being moved to Ft. Benning, GA. Why paint it? It's the Army...
• He seems to be doing well. As you might expect, glad that he has officially "made it" in terms of passing. Ready to come home and have a normal life again.