Hip problems again

Well after doing better for awhile, Lisa's hip is giving her a major problem again. She made here stop running this morning and sent her of to have it checked out again. They did some MRI's earlier this year but nothing was conclusive and things were better for awhile.

So if you think to say a prayer for her I know she would appreciate it. She returns to see the doctors again tomorrow (Wednesday).

Driving the ultimate All Terrain Vehicle (M-ATV)

Lisa sent this picture of her standing next to the new M-ATV. This is specifically designed for use in the rugged terrain of Afghanistan.

Lisa said since they are new there isn't much work to be done on them. But she does get to drive them around which she, and I, both think is pretty cool!

To see M-ATV in action go here and/or here for video.

The M-ATV is built by Oshkosh (they have come a long ways from making kids clothes) . Here is a more detailed description:

Oshkosh Defense is committed to providing the best protection and mobility to our Warfighters – through the most threatening terrain, in the most treacherous of circumstances. They get that with the Oshkosh® M-ATV. Because it’s engineered specifically for their difficult missions – to move them in and get them out as safely as possible.

The Oshkosh M-ATV incorporates rugged, durable, patented components and systems for maximum Warfighter mobility and survivability. Derived from the Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) platform, the M-ATV incorporates the proprietary TAK-4® independent suspension system with battle-tested technology. It has the wheel travel, payload capacity, side slope stability, vehicle durability, extreme mobility and necessary Warfighter protection for today’s fight. In today’s most challenging battle zones, the M-ATV is the combat-tested, mobile, survivable, durable solution – the solution to getting Warfighters to the fight and back again.

Personally, I think it would be pretty cool to tailgate in one of these. Maybe at next years Rose Bowl if Oregon can come up with a quarterback and I can come up with $500,000.