So I finally got all moved up here to camp victory. I was here for a few days when I first got to Iraq but didn't really get to see much of it. This base is actually pretty nice. It's near the airport and occupies what was once one of Saddam's government retreats. It's where all the members of his government could come to vacation. There are a few pretty neat palaces and some man made lakes. I haven't taken any pictures yet because I've been pretty busy with work stuff. But I will get some up here as soon as I can.
I don't want to give you the wrong impression. Although this base is a lot nicer than the last base I was at, it is still Iraq. I still have to walk outside and go about 200 yards to get a shower or use the bathroom and I still have to carry a weapon everywhere. In fact, since this is one of the main US bases here, this one gets a lot more mortar and rocket attacks than some of the smaller bases. But the base is pretty big so the chances of one hitting where I am at any given time are small.
Hope everyone had a happy new year. I listened to the Iraqi's fire AK-47s up in the air. I just hope those bullets hit them on the way down and not some innocent bystander.
That's all for now,
G
Monday, January 5, 2009
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Congrats on the new location. Hope it goes well for you. I got told this week I get to leave 60 days early so I will be at Bagram mid Feb instead of Mid April. YEA! So now it's a foot race out the door. Enjoy your time and I will catch you later.
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