Yes, I know we've been in country for over a month, including Kuwait time, but we have just recently taken over from the outgoing team. Things are hectic as any transitional period may be, but we are coming around.
The third trip to Mustang Ranch was far better than the first two. We are finally getting a grasp on what is what and have a better idea of what we have to do to help them. Things are slowly starting to turn around out there.
As far as their method of corrective punishment goes, the soldiers that they had on lock up were released. Why? Well, they have to put detainees, suspects from acts of violence somewhere. Having said that, it seems they are doing their job. Their methods are still far different than our own, but they can't be just like us.
The compound is in a constant state of repair, unfortunately it seems the repair revolves around Jaba's comfort. Yes, Jaba is the nickname we gave the IA Colonel. Which is also the main reason why we don't call our trucks "Jaba 1," etc.
We are still set on moving from the FOB here, to be located approximately 500 meters from the Mustang Ranch on an already established coalition compound. The boss and our supply guys are doing wonders with what we are going to have as far as amenities. So worry not, we won't be miserable beyond missing our loved ones.
Time is flying by here. Hopefully things will settle down enough for us to be more alert and do our jobs better.
Hold down the home front for us...
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4 comments:
Glad to hear you are doing well and things are better on Mustang Ranch. Have you come up with a name for the MRAP's yet? Love you.
I know you guys can make some some sense out of the mess there. Jaba sounds like a real fun guy (as in, NOT). At least you'll be comfortable (hopefully). Is Mustang Ranch where you'll be based?
Thanks for writing your blog. You need journalism school - you really have a knack for this.
Love and miss you.
I am glad to hear things are getting better. When I read your last blog I was worried about your living conditions getting worse. Love and miss you lots.
Dawn and Dalton
"Jaba"... that's funny! Does he have a princess on a chain too? I know that they are feeding you well there though. You're looking buff! Miss you bro!
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