7/20

"…also had an earthquake last night. At first everyone thought it was a huge car bomb or something, then my rack started sliding around. It only lasted for maybe ten to fifteen seconds and no damage was done, but it paired well with the sandstorms we've been having, like a fine red wine to go with steak"

Marine Captain in Iraq

7/20
Dear Ms Hansen,

Thank you for your e-mail introduction. Funny how we are both from Oregon! We just landed in Iraq and we are getting busy setting up our camp. So, far we have been introduced to the heat pretty good and the sand storms. We do have a microwave and would really appreciate some single serving items and bbq. The Army does provide great food, but some of the food tastes much better with bbq sauce.

The only request that we have at this time is for some bibles and letters and bbq sauce. I will write more after we are settled in.

Thank you again for your support. All of us really appreciate it.

Army SFC in Iraq