Day 43

Day 38 of BCT

The day started as expected. Early wake up and early formation to step off for our 10K march. We started the march at 0530 and made it back to our company around 0900. The road we took was fairly hilly. For the most part it wasn't too bad for me. On the way back, there was one stretch where I found myself falling behind and once I finally caught up because the company had stopped to drink water, I felt a little panicky for a second. But I made it, and with no blisters. My knees are very sore, and my back is sore from having to wear the body amor vest, rifleman's vest, kevor helmet, and assault bag. It's a relief to have one more thing completed.
The rest of the day dragged on. We had breakfast, finished packing for the field, and did some training for the things we will be doing in the field. Rather boring. We had lunch and dinner at the DFAC, which was nice, since the rest of the week will probably be Hot-A's. We did do some outdoor training too, but with my profile, I could only do some of it. I hate being on a profile, but I also know my knees need a break if I'm going to make it for 4 more weeks.
After dinner, we did get mail and I enjoyed a letter from home and a letter from an old friend who is now in the Air Force. We also got over an hour of personal time which was nice.
HF was long and we we were late getting to bed, but no Fire Guard for me, so I'll hopefully rest well. I don't expect we'll get much sleep out in the field.