Today I got a box from home. It was filled with wonderful things. Some things I had asked for like the prescription sunglasses that I had forgotten on R&R or my scrub tops that are so much cooler in the hot Afgani desert. Not that I'm ungrateful for the poly blend t-shirts that we are assigned. They never wrinkle and are color coordinated with our hoodies, but they are hot. However, I'm thankful you really can't see the sweat in those baby's! I also got some very thoughtful chocolate creme filled wafers. You know the kind that are wrapped like sticks and come in a reuseable can. YUM!! And pistachios!! And my all purpose tool that was a very thoughtful gift and was on my list to buy when I was home. I couldn't take it on the airplane for they feared I would pull my 1" screwdriver... and do what?
We love packages from home and I'm luckier than most, because I also get them from a buddy in the military. It's stuff that they don't want and I know the guys over here need due to the PX shortage. This time we got underwear, t-shirts, jean shorts and toiletries and hats. It's great stuff and I'm extra greatful for the soap. Girls stock up and need different fragrances, so we're always well prepared. Guys...well, lets say it's getting pretty ripe here.
I'm waiting on an Amazon package that I can only pray will come very soon as I am moving on out again. That's right, my 11th move! I'm either well liked and they have confidence that I can do a good job wherever or... let's leave it as that. I want my job title to be "Official FOB Hopper." That suits me- don't you think? But, I love Amazon because things come super fast in 5 days or less- usually. I'm hoping...My Clean & Clear face wash was stolen the other day. Since most can't afford it- obviously, they just took it. I'm now showering with my head out of the stall watching my "leave in conditioner" that I don't take in with me. I just prays my order comes before I have to leave.
So I will hop along now, but soon I will be telling of another cute base in another part of Afghanistan. Have yourself a great day!
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