Well, we finally arrived at FT Riley, KS. The day started out for me at 02:30. After a quick shower and a search around the room to make sure that I had everything, I made my way out to the buses.We had made reservations for about 30 of us for transportation to LAX and the bill was $920. Problem was that about 11 people decided not to show up, so there was a balance difference in what everyone was told to pay and what we ended up with. Myself, a Chief and a Commander chipped in to make up the difference. Came out to be about $115 each. Good thing that I can claim that on my travel expenses and get reimbursed for it! I'm going to be pushing hard to make sure I get that back as soon as possible.
Once at the airport, it wasn't so bad. I got through the check-in line fairly quickly and then I had to go through security. That was pretty funny, because they wanted to look through my backpack. The first thing they came across was my 400+ Malaria medication pills. Then they pulled out my gas mask. Not too much of stir, but it raised some eyebrows.
I stopped for a quick run through Starbucks for some much needed breakfast. The flight to Denver was fairly uneventful. Once in Denver, I had to board a twin turbo prop to Manhattan, KS. I am not a fan of those small planes. They bounce around too much and they never seem to be able to fly straight. Luckily, the flight was only about 1 1/2 hours.
Now we are here and we are in open-bay barracks. Interesting, since I haven't lived in that type of berthing since I was an E-3 (about 16 years ago). Not sure how it will work out. They have enlisted and Officers living together. Don't want to sound like I've got my nose in the air, but it can be difficult with the younger sailors. They aren't always able to switch between personal and professional mode. I know, I had the same problem when I was junior enlisted.
I quickly discovered that those of us who did our processing at Port Hueneme, CA were the only ones who did not get issued our uniforms. We were told that we would be issued them when we arrived at FT Riley. Well, everyone else who has shown up today already has all of there gear. SEMPER GUMBY!!! Always flexible.
Apparently, we have nothing to do tonight nor all day tomorrow. I'm determined to get a run in tomorrow! I've been way too slack lately.
Anywho, I've included some pictures that I took today. Just to give you a small glimpse of what I'm experiencing. I'm sure that I'll have more to input tomorrow.
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