Wednesday, July 14, 2004
Down Time
We are losing our reputation as the hardest working platoon in the company – and deservedly so. The first two weeks we were here, we worked 13 hour days, and though that wasn’t much different than Falluja, the job was both more tedious and more stressful.
The first night we worked here, native faire was sent out to us, but since it sickened ( or was accused of sickening ) so many, it was taken off the menu. So, it was MREs and more MREs and chicken for a long time.
But now, we work every other day, if that, and when in the mood, go the infamous Al Rasheed. Though it stills functions as a hotel, one of the dining rooms has been transformed into a cafeteria for coalition military and contractors. While we were waiting in line, we were informed that there was a special line for the military. A VIP line for the guys with guns! Though I like the food, not everyone recommends making the trip.
We are trying to keep busy. I suggested to the platoon sergeant that we have some informal activities to keep the Soldiers from getting depressed, which can happen with too much down time. One of my suggestions was a scavenger hunt, but I quickly added that it shouldn’t have anything to do with orienteering!
I read, watch movies, write, run, and sleep. If you have any questions about what’s going on, please send me an email. I’d be happy to respond – and I need something to do!
Rapid Fielding Initiative
I guess the Army took a look at what Soldiers were buying for themselves and decided to buy it for them. We got issued Wiley X sunglasses, moisture wicking t shirts, comfortable boots, Nomex gloves, riggers belts, goggles that fit over glasses, and other clothing. Score one for the Army. We are, indeed, the best equipped military in the world.
We are losing our reputation as the hardest working platoon in the company – and deservedly so. The first two weeks we were here, we worked 13 hour days, and though that wasn’t much different than Falluja, the job was both more tedious and more stressful.
The first night we worked here, native faire was sent out to us, but since it sickened ( or was accused of sickening ) so many, it was taken off the menu. So, it was MREs and more MREs and chicken for a long time.
But now, we work every other day, if that, and when in the mood, go the infamous Al Rasheed. Though it stills functions as a hotel, one of the dining rooms has been transformed into a cafeteria for coalition military and contractors. While we were waiting in line, we were informed that there was a special line for the military. A VIP line for the guys with guns! Though I like the food, not everyone recommends making the trip.
We are trying to keep busy. I suggested to the platoon sergeant that we have some informal activities to keep the Soldiers from getting depressed, which can happen with too much down time. One of my suggestions was a scavenger hunt, but I quickly added that it shouldn’t have anything to do with orienteering!
I read, watch movies, write, run, and sleep. If you have any questions about what’s going on, please send me an email. I’d be happy to respond – and I need something to do!
Rapid Fielding Initiative
I guess the Army took a look at what Soldiers were buying for themselves and decided to buy it for them. We got issued Wiley X sunglasses, moisture wicking t shirts, comfortable boots, Nomex gloves, riggers belts, goggles that fit over glasses, and other clothing. Score one for the Army. We are, indeed, the best equipped military in the world.
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