Calm Before the Storm

It seems I haven't written in weeks. I went on leave and saw a lot of friends and family. My head is fairly clear and I am feeling pretty good. Things at work are pretty calm right now but I know that won't last much longer. Coming back from seeing all those friends has had one negative effect. I have felt more alone for the last couple days that any other time in my life. Now I'm just going to watch the clock and hope this deployment goes by quickly. I guess if nothing else I will be busy.