"Oh, You're Kylee Porter!"

I, Kylee, was really looking forward to Wednesday mornings Bible study. One, because I've missed fellowship over these last few weeks, and two, because I just wanted something to do!

Walking shyly into the chapel I was met with about 6 other women. After introducing myself, one of the ladies says, "Oh, you're Kylee Porter! I was going to meet up with you later today! I'll explain later." However weird it may have seemed it felt good to be somewhat recognized. Once we concluded our study "The Power of a Praying Wife" the women invited me to have lunch with them at Skywriters, the new Panera-like cafe on base. My new friend introduced me to a few other HSL-51 wives and they were all saying the same thing, "Oh, you're Kylee Porter!" Apparently, they heard Stephen and I were coming to Japan but didn't know we were already here. Everyone has given us such a warm welcome already.

Ichiban Collectible's is a store on base run by Officer spouses and is also the location to fill out an Officer Spouse Association form. While I was filling out the form, the attendant says, "Oh you're Kylee Porter! I'm a 51 wife as well." haha You get what I'm saying...

The reason I am telling you all this is to express how involved the squadron is. Both pilots and spouses alike are very aware of who is new in town and makes sure they feel loved by giving us welcome packets, homemade cookies, fresh baked bread, invitations to dinner, etc. So, though most of the time I am alone right now I know God is bringing people into our lives that will become dear friends in time.