Monday, May 14, 2012

WOW....

Well today I started out my morning by going out on my first dismounted (walking) patrol. This was going to be my first time off the COP.  I was really excited because this is what I have been training for.  So we left and we started walking and its rocky hills to the left and right of me and lots of dirt. I was a little sad at first cause I wanted to see the Arghandab River and the orchards and things like that.  not 5 minutes later we get to the top of this little hill and BAM I looking over the Arghandab River Vally, It was gorgeous.  I didn't take my camera out with me on this mission because i wanted to get the feel of going out on patrol.  I will definitely take my camera next time!!  Once we go to the village we were going to we meet a local.  He started talking to the patrol and he invited us to come to his home for some Chi tea.  At this point i was super excited I actually got to go into a locals home and drink Chi with him...pretty cool.  After that we walked back to the COP and that was that.  I should be getting my wifi in my room tomorrow so i will hopefully most pics in the next day or so.

A Soldiers Son Turned Soldier....
Danny

2 comments:

  1. WOW sounds like you had quite a day. I would have loved to seen that view

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  2. Too cool, follow the rules. Bring a small present for the home owner next time, pencil, pen - present it using both hands.

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