[Long Cut]

Good evening, FRiends! Just a quick note to check in and tell you that the Cut family is doing well...I know from all the pings we recieve that we're always thought of, even when we can't check in. So, in the midst of a life which seems a hurricane at times, here's an update:

Mrs. Cut, still carrying Mini Cut (nope, we still don't know the sex!) is at 8 1/2 months now. The baby is as healthy as can be, and the betting is that it'll be about 8 lbs. at birth. She is on total bedrest, as some minor complications have developed, and if Mini does not arrive in about three more weeks, they will simply induce labor. Needless to say, we are very excited AND nervous!

I'm serving as a house-husband right now, doing all the chores (at least the important ones), and STILL working at VP-30 fulltime. I also dealt last week with an unfortunate bout with bronchitis, but couldn't take time to slow down, so it's still with me a bit. I've been coughing so much my voice is raspy and smoker-like.

The Countess and I were stopped the other day by one of Florida's State Highway Revenue Collectors...something about 78 in a 65, or some such. I was only going 72 on my speedo, but I didn't argue. Sometimes it's best just to pay the nice State. Sad thing was, I was in my uniform, and he didn't even acknowledge it OR cut me a little slack. (Cripes, it was 0600, and I was the only car on the road!) Oh, well. At least my re-enlisment bonus came in.

I'm still preparing to deploy in August to wherever VP-10 is located then, so I've been getting my affairs in order as best I can.

Hope all of you are doing well, and as always, thank you VERY much for all your support, we all appreciate it!

[LaDivaLoca]

That's WONDERFUL NEWS, LC!!! Here are angels for you, Mrs. Cut and Mini Cut to watch over you.

I'm sorry to hear about your bronchitis. Try some hot tea with lemon and honey. Or gargle with warm water and salt. It might help.

THANK YOU for your service to our country, LC! You are always in our prayers. Take care and stay safe.

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

Thanks for the update!
Please let us know when the baby is born!
Here's wishing you fair winds and fair seas Brother.
SALUTE

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, LC. it is wonderful to "see" you and get an update. Prayers for you and Mrs Cut and Mini Cut for his safe and soon entrance into this world. Wonderful news that he is so healthy. But you must take good care of your health too. As for you and the countess.........It is rather strange that there was no acknowledgment by the police. Stay safe sailor!

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