Koala Pilots

Y'all remember that I am BRAND NEW to the Army culture/lifestyle, right??

Yesterday I met with some of the lovely ladies in leadership from the Fort Riley Officer and Civilian Spouse's Club (OCSC). This on-post club is a social and charitable organization that aims to create a space for spouses to meet, develop and serve. Honestly, it reminds me so much of my beloved Junior League of Memphis (JLM) in its mission!

The six of us met mid-morning and enjoyed coffee and conversation. Naturally, there was discussion about families, hometowns and husbands.

Later that evening, when dear husband & I were walking (a nightly routine; we made nearly 4 miles) I shared with him some of the events from my day and, of course, this little get-together was mentioned:

Me: So I met with some fantastic OCSC ladies this morning.
Him: That's great; glad you could go.
Me: Two of the ladies are married to pilots...of something that sounds like a KOALA (!)
Him: What???
Me: KOALA!!
Him: {now laughing} - it's KIOWA. Kiowa; the small Army helicopter. All the helicopters are named after Indian tribes.

The Kiowa Helicopter. Source: Wikipedia

Well, in any event, I knew that these husbands weren't really koala pilots. Obviously.

I'm really having fun with this Army thing...and I think my husband is too. :)