Praying for Paul

First, I want to give a huge thankyou to all of you who have been praying for Paul. Paul has been in the army for almost two and half years now. He has been fighting a good fight. Even Paul himself has told me how God has used the army to change his life. Paul is in Iraq now as a SPC in the sniper unit. I know so many family and friends of mine have been praying for him and are constantly asking me how he is doing. Its very encouraging to hear all the prayers that are being lifted up to God for Paul's safety and heart. I was blessed this month with three phone calls from Paul. Which is rare so I was extremely excited to have these moments to talk to him. Its really nice to hear from him on a more personal level and to talk about things that were going on. I always try to bring a little bit of home in our conversations. Telling him about my schooling and about "Buddy" the dog going insane during a thunderstorm. For those of you who know my dog, knows what I am talking about. ;) Paul had mentioned that everyday life is pretty much getting up, going on partol, eating and checking his email. Then he starts his whole day over again. I was really encourage hearing about a month ago from him that while on patrol he was greeted by some children where he is stationed. He seemed to have enjoyed that moment. At the end of the same day him and other buddies were invited to a BBQ but they had to get back to base. I'm sure its moments like those that can put a smile on these guys over there. Today Paul mentioned that his sleeping arrangments have been changed due to lack of clean water where they currently were. He excitingly told me about moving into hospital tents that were cleaner. These are just some simple updates concerning Paul. I know many of you are praying for him. Not only I but also Paul and his family are extremely thankful. I know all of you will continue to do so. Also keep in mind Paul's brother Dan who is in the Navy and is going to Hawaii.

*Just note that I could have some of this information twisted. Most of you know that my lack of hearing can lead to different stories. Ha. As far as I know, this information is correct. :)