The Finale

So my postings have dropped off the past couple of months. Since the June 30 pullout of the major cities there just isn't much work and when there is I can't say anything about it over the internet. But we did some really good things, got lucky once, a few funny moments (watching a dude take a header out of a helo into the sand is hilarious).

I should be leaving here in a couple of days. A little R&R at another base for a couple of weeks before we come home. Should land in the states in about two weeks. A stop-over in Germany on the way home should also be fun.

But a genuine thanks to everyone for their support. When you are over here it means the world. Most of you know my girlfriend Kelly, I owe her a lot. She has been amazing during my entire deployment. I promise I will make it up to you Babe!!

My family for always being there if I needed a sounding a board. To this day my only regret about joining is being away from my Dad, Mom, Brother, and Sister. I miss you all everyday and love you very much.

Sorry for making you worry Grandma but its almost over and I'm no worse for the wear.

Special congrats to Justin and Rach, I can't wait to meet Joey. Hopefully I'll be back full-time in Minnesota to toughen him before he becomes his Dad. Chad and Sam for tying the knot, wish I could have been there. Mike and Lisa for their pregnancy...you guys are great and I'm really happy for you. To everyone else if your not mentioned by name trust me you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Be home soon.

THANK YOU!!!

Early Morning

So its 330 am here and I'm awake to watch the Vikings game on TV. Over its the little things that count and missing out on some sleep is well worth it. But we better win. Because I'm going to be up late tonight..the Twins play at midnight my time.

Not many posts lately. Mainly due to the fact we haven't done anything mission related in over a week. Which is good. I'm going home soon and quite frankly I'm ready to leave Iraq and hopefully never return. Our replacements are leaving their base sometime this week. So basically a lot of our video games and dvd players are packed up now so I'm constantly bored. Hopefully this time next week I'll be at another base nearby...they have a pool.

Anyways per usual I miss everyone. Take care and see you soon.