Just a couple days ago a new generator was brought to our camp. They hooked it up and while I was on the other side of the camp I noticed black smoke rolling out of the iso container where our cook lives. Of course being a fireman I dropped what I was doing and darted across the camp. When I got to the container I dropped to my knees and went in to look for our Marine. Fortunately, he was at the gym while this occured. In the iso was that old familar friend I haven't seen in a long time. She was beautiful and majestic just like I remembered her. Hot, smoky taking her time to get to know me. The mattress was going and part of the wall, I called for a bucket brigade and within a few minutes all was under control. I ended up being the only one in the room because the tough old Marines that were helping me couldn't take the smoke. I guess not everyone is cut out to be a fireman. After it was all out and vented, we pulled out all the plywood and mattress and found out that the power strip had shorted out due to the generator malfunctioning. Now, I walk around and that old nickname of "firemanjoe" has once again come to life. All is well here in Iraq. Less than three months and should be headed your way once again.
Doc
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The look on your face reminds me of Arnold Schwarzenegger at the end of the movie "Predator"-after the jungle gets nuked.
Glad to hear you got that "lovin feelin" again ;-)
XOOO
Is this a joke. Why would you open yourself up like this. Wait ‘till Cummings gets a hold of this post. . .I’m having a brain overload with everything I want to say about it. I’ll have to think some and get back to you.
Hey, Joe,
Got caught up on your blog - also pulled off the most recent post from your 2/24 Fox Co Families newsletter. Great to hear from you today and that you're doing ok. The Fox Co newsletter gave a great deal of information that, along with your blog, keeps me really informed as to the whole unit's progress.
I'm happy to see you were able to visit your first love briefly and that no one was injured by "her". Sounds like you're keeping yourself busy while not on patrol - which reminds me - remember to DUCK!
Now what's the story on the burro?? How did it happen to become a part of your outpost? You, my dear, are an animal magnet!!
We're all very proud of you and congratulations on your promotion! I know how hard you've worked for it.
Well, guess I'd better close for now. Stay strong, take care and God Bless all of you - Love, Mom
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