Outshined Posted June 15, 2007 Report Posted June 15, 2007 Well, today was my last day at work. It seems the last few weeks have flown past. I'm taking the family to Williamsburg next week for a vacation (Busch Gardens, Jamestown, the works) before I report on the 25th. We'll have almost 2 weeks of loading equipment and preparation until we fly out on July 5th. Our sister unit left Wednesday; they are going to Kuwait, where at least no one is shooting.What stinks is I had tickets to the Thunder Valley Nationals at the Bristol Dragway in May (my son loves drag racing), and they postponed the races until 6-8 July! What a bummer. I don't know yet if I'm coming back to the same job; I'll have my Computer Science degree finished before I get back, so I may make a change.Anyway, it gets closer every day, and it seems to be going very quickly now. Every now and then I look around my home and get that feeling: soon I won't be around any of this. Quote
Jason Posted June 15, 2007 Report Posted June 15, 2007 Well we're all there with you bro. Good luck and Godspeed! Quote
Guest Yediyd Posted June 15, 2007 Report Posted June 15, 2007 Well, today was my last day at work. It seems the last few weeks have flown past. I'm taking the family to Williamsburg next week for a vacation (Busch Gardens, Jamestown, the works) before I report on the 25th. We'll have almost 2 weeks of loading equipment and preparation until we fly out on July 5th. Our sister unit left Wednesday; they are going to Kuwait, where at least no one is shooting.What stinks is I had tickets to the Thunder Valley Nationals at the Bristol Dragway in May (my son loves drag racing), and they postponed the races until 6-8 July! What a bummer. I don't know yet if I'm coming back to the same job; I'll have my Computer Science degree finished before I get back, so I may make a change.Anyway, it gets closer every day, and it seems to be going very quickly now. Every now and then I look around my home and get that feeling: soon I won't be around any of this.I hope you DO get access to a computer and can visit us once in awhile...I WILL miss you, and will be praying for your safe return. Quote
Outshined Posted June 16, 2007 Author Report Posted June 16, 2007 Thanks guys. We're going to be running the supply and logistics operations (ammunition, water, fuel, etc.) for Al Asad Air Base, just outside Fallujah. Should be interesting. Quote
Guest Yediyd Posted June 16, 2007 Report Posted June 16, 2007 Thanks guys. We're going to be running the supply and logistics operations (ammunition, water, fuel, etc.) for Al Asad Air Base, just outside Fallujah. Should be interesting. "ingteresting" isn't the word that I would use, but my prayers will be with you and with ALL the troops over there. Quote
a-train Posted June 16, 2007 Report Posted June 16, 2007 God Speed! Not the clock, but God Speed your efforts and your sacrifice in the service of you fellow man. I thank you and your family for this. -a-train Quote
CrimsonKairos Posted June 16, 2007 Report Posted June 16, 2007 And might I add God bless you and your family. Quote
FrankJL Posted June 16, 2007 Report Posted June 16, 2007 Thanks guys. We're going to be running the supply and logistics operations (ammunition, water, fuel, etc.) for Al Asad Air Base, just outside Fallujah. Should be interesting.Just rember, don't be in the soft skinned hummer right behind the fueler, or the LMTV hauling ammo, both seem to have big red RPG targets on the side of them Also, you said you will have a comp sci degree...you should really go WO if your going to stay in for a while, the 251-A Information Systems Technician WO, is a really nice job from what I hear, what is your MOS now though? Quote
Annabelli Posted June 16, 2007 Report Posted June 16, 2007 May the Force be with you! The LDS Chaplain's in Kuwait are forever in my prayers too. Quote
pam Posted June 16, 2007 Report Posted June 16, 2007 God Speed! Not the clock, but God Speed your efforts and your sacrifice in the service of you fellow man. I thank you and your family for this.-a-trainI'd say the clock too. May the time pass quickly so that you can be back with your family. Be safe and we'll hear from you REALLY soon. Quote
StrawberryFields Posted June 16, 2007 Report Posted June 16, 2007 Outshined, Thanks for letting us know this. I will be praying for you and our men and women who serve our country. I will miss you and I also would like to thank you and your family for your sacrifice. Have a wonderful vacation with your family before you go. Quote
StrawberryFields Posted June 23, 2007 Report Posted June 23, 2007 Just thinking about you Outshined and wondering how you are doing???? Quote
rosie321 Posted June 23, 2007 Report Posted June 23, 2007 Thanks to your family for your service and sacrifice. May you return safe and healthy. Quote
Outshined Posted June 23, 2007 Author Report Posted June 23, 2007 I'm doing pretty well, all considered. We got back from our vacation yesterday, and it was great. :) I report the day after tomorrow, of course, and we fly on the 5th of July. At least until the 5th I'll be home at night. Quote
vinny15 Posted June 23, 2007 Report Posted June 23, 2007 Wow have fun with all of that. I guess I would call it interesting. Quote
Guest Emma Hale Smith Posted June 23, 2007 Report Posted June 23, 2007 I'm doing pretty well, all considered. We got back from our vacation yesterday, and it was great. :) I report the day after tomorrow, of course, and we fly on the 5th of July. At least until the 5th I'll be home at night.Is there any way you can keep the board apprised of how you are while on your tour? Or perhaps your wife could do it, if she were willing? Just simple posts describing your status, sent in, say something like three -month intervals. I don't know you well, but every soldier matters to me, and knowing of one who personally is on his way over there brings tears to my eyes. You are a very brave man, (even if you think otherwise), and I'd like to know that you are okay.Emma Quote
CrimsonKairos Posted June 23, 2007 Report Posted June 23, 2007 I think Outshined is going to hook me up with his address over there (and I'll share it here) so people can send him packages. Also, I believe he'll have internet access over there, so hopefully he can post once in awhile. B) Quote
Outshined Posted June 24, 2007 Author Report Posted June 24, 2007 Correct on both counts, CK! I've already been in touch with the internet provider there; it's about 60 bucks a month, but worth every penny as far as I'm concerned (especially if I can split it with a buddy). Quote
Guest Emma Hale Smith Posted June 24, 2007 Report Posted June 24, 2007 Correct on both counts, CK! I've already been in touch with the internet provider there; it's about 60 bucks a month, but worth every penny as far as I'm concerned (especially if I can split it with a buddy). Fabulous! Emma Quote
pam Posted June 24, 2007 Report Posted June 24, 2007 Correct on both counts, CK! I've already been in touch with the internet provider there; it's about 60 bucks a month, but worth every penny as far as I'm concerned (especially if I can split it with a buddy). That is awesome. I know I personally would like to know that you are well and safe. Quote
StrawberryFields Posted June 24, 2007 Report Posted June 24, 2007 Outshined is a great guy and I am happy to know he can still be in touch with us while he on on duty for our country. :) Quote
pushka Posted June 24, 2007 Report Posted June 24, 2007 Outshined, I wish you all the very best whilst you are in Iraq, and look forward to hearing how you and your fellow soldiers (US and British..cos I'm from UK) are doing...:) Quote
shanstress70 Posted June 26, 2007 Report Posted June 26, 2007 Outshined, I wish you a safe and sound return to your family! You'll be in my prayers! I'll be waiting for your address and will get a package off to you and your buddies. Any special requests? Quote
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