Arrived safely in Bagram AFB, Afghanistan. Flew over on a C-130. Dropped out of the sky and landed -- what an experience. Had to wear my body armor for the trip. For security reasons we left at 2:45 am local time. Was an all night flight. I hope to leave tomorrow for Camp Eggers around 30 minutes away. We fly everywhere here. No driving because of the IEDs.
The weather in Ali Al Salem was horrid. The whole time I was there it was 120-125 degrees with blowing sand -- around 50 mile an hour winds. The heat was so bad that when you went out your skin felt like it was burning. It is as close to hell on earth as you can get.
I have been up for around 3 days straight so I could get a flight out of dodge. I missed my first flight because I think I fell asleep and didn't hear the announcement to get in line for the flight. My luggage came a day early because I missed my flight, but the luggage made the flight. So not only did I have no sleep but no shower and no clothes. I finally broke down and bought a pair shorts/t-shirt and some toiletries so I could clean myself up.
I will be working 7 days a week here. Ten hour days every day except Friday/Sunday -- 5 hours days those days.
Worked 6 days a weeks and 10 hour days at the last place.
I finally got a cord for my computer so I can download pictures. So when I get to my personal computer I will download the pictures.
1 comment:
It's good to hear from you again! I take it that the blog is coming up in English again, since you posted yourself. It's interesting to hear of your adventures....just stay safe!
Love, Stephanie
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