My typical day

My typical day starts at 0430 or so. After a cup of coffee and watching the nightly news (circadian rhythms have gone out the window here), I go for a run—usually 5 miles or so. After that, I grab a shower and go to breakfast. I usually eat at the DFAC closest to my trailer. There, Lenis, my personal omelet chef takes good care of me. After that, I go to work. Most mornings I send outside with the troops. On Friday mornings, I am usually teaching. After that, I get caught up on email and the rest of my daily grind. Each week, I have to give 3 briefs at 1845, so I devote a large portion of my time getting ready for them. When I get a break in the action, I take off to eat, and catch up on little things like laundry and such. On my meeting nights, I am usually “home” by 2200. On my light days, I’m back in my trailer by 2000 or so. I’m fairly busy, but it helps time go by.