With family members in the military, my life is surrounded by the processes, prestige, precision and commitment of army life. Understanding all the dynamics of ACUs, deployments, communications (or the lack thereof) have become just par for the course.

I have been fortunate to photograph many soldiers and their families in recent years and was especially delighted to meet two girls recently who have not only committed their future to Army life, but who have done so as friends - moving through this chapter together. Kylee (aka PFC Kirk) is currently undergoing basic training at Fort Jackson South Carolina while Kristen (aka Thompson) is at Fort Sill Oklahoma. While their journey may take them down separate roads, their friendship remains strong and two girls will lead amazing and exciting lives.

It's official... soldier girls ROCK!