Thursday, January 15, 2009

A Walk in Their Shoes (Or Jackets)

With Nick's deployment soon approaching, he has been busy packing and sorting through all the gear he will need....and won't need. He has brought home a TON of gear that he's been issued to him these past couple weeks.

He was showing us all how heavy the new FLAC jacket was...and we also tried on the kevlar (helmet). The jacket was H-E-A-V-Y!

The jacket was AS heavy if not heavier than Trevor's body weight. It dropped right down to his feet once Nick let go.

So, Trevor just stuck to wearing the helmet.

And we couldn't let Mom go without a fashion show.

McKenzie was actually the first to try it on...doesn't she look tough?!

We just about lost Addison inside the helmet. I couldn't believe how cooperative she was!

And my sister Meridith wins "Most Energetic" while modeling Nick's gear!

4 comments:

Ladners'Latest said...

So funny....I put on the vest the other day too...that pic will be up later. (still working on Christmas)- better late than never!

Anonymous said...

Wow, those are some pics! God Speed Nick!

Jim and Julie Turner said...

LOVED the Marine Fashion Show! Especially the look on Addi's face! Priceless. Our hearts are as heavy as your equipment, Nick, while we watch you go...but we know you'll be safe flying your missions and you'll be back soon!!! Love you all!
Hugs, :)
Jim and Julie

Lesley said...

Get McKenzie to boot camp! That girl looks like she's ready to be a war-fightin' Marine!