| Dan 055 | 23 Jun 2006 9:37 p.m. PST |
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| sillypoint | 24 Jun 2006 2:34 a.m. PST |
Our thoughts are with you. |
| SkirmishFan | 24 Jun 2006 5:05 a.m. PST |
Many thanks again to all for the very kind messages – they mean a great deal to me. (In fact I think I'll print out a copy and keep it in my folder to read as a 'pick-me-up' (at least +2 on morale) should I ever need it). Old Grenadier – you're right, I should know better! I volunteered for this one however as I have always been fascinated by this part of the world (the whole Silk Road to Back of Beyond thing) and I figured that I won't be getting many more opportunities to see the region. Also, it isn't the sort of destination for a long weekend break away with the Memh-Sahib! Thank you for the kind offer Dimitriia, I hope I will not need it but I shall keep it 'in my back pocket' just in case. Bless you. Thanks again to all!! |
| andygamer | 24 Jun 2006 5:22 a.m. PST |
If you're in Khandahar, look for this:
link
Best of luck. |
| Buzkashi | 24 Jun 2006 6:13 a.m. PST |
Good luck then mate- what with the 'spring offensive' and the overt opium reduction programmes it's getting pretty hairy in Astan right about now. |
| The Shadow | 24 Jun 2006 6:54 a.m. PST |
Very best of luck to you. |
| BigSid | 24 Jun 2006 9:07 a.m. PST |
SkirmishFan,
I've spent quite a bit of time in that country over the years and its a fantastic place. The scenery, people and culture all make it a memorable experience.
I've had one or two bad experiences (massively outweighed by friendship and hospitality) and my advice would be that you should always keep your head screwed on, however good things are feeling. Things change very suddenly in Afghanistan. Keep your eye on a way out of places, always have a plan in your head, even if its unspoken to your oppos. Odds are nothing heavy will happen and you'll love the place as much as I do.
cheers
Sid |
 mmitchell  | 25 Jun 2006 2:08 a.m. PST |
Keep yer head down and dice ready, amigo! I've got two nephews who did tours over there recently — both came home fine. Likewise, my buddy and business partner, Mike Murphy, serveed over there in the first war. I recall the advice he gave one young GI… "Bring LOTS of sunscreen! No, lots!" Be careful, and touch base with us if you can. |
| Neotacha | 25 Jun 2006 8:50 a.m. PST |
Stay safe and enjoy your tour. Come back with lots of pictures to share. |
| Old Slow Trot | 25 Jun 2006 12:21 p.m. PST |
Be safe,dude. Let all of us know when you get back,'kay? |
| Goldwyrm | 25 Jun 2006 6:05 p.m. PST |
SkirmishFan, have a safe trip there and back. Best of luck! |
| byram1 | 25 Jun 2006 9:01 p.m. PST |
i would like to say good luck to you again, you probably already left, but i would also like to agree with Dimitriia if there is any thing you need, let me know i will see what i can do. i do not have tons of military connections, but i do live next Camp Pendelton, 1st US Marine Division HQ, and i do know enough people to hook up with freinds of friends. byramadamATaol.com take care, and stay safe. |
| ajbartman | 25 Jun 2006 10:03 p.m. PST |
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| Alexander The Pretty Good | 26 Jun 2006 3:31 a.m. PST |
good luck mate, Stay safe. what regiment you with? I may be joining Princess of Wales after uni. Best of luck and STAY AWAY FROM THE BULLETS.
Thats my advise. Best wishes
Alexander |
| DJCoaltrain | 26 Jun 2006 11:55 a.m. PST |
Three things: 1. Keep your head down. 2. Keep your ass down. 3. Come back safe. Best luck possible. |
| 42nd no longer | 26 Jun 2006 11:59 a.m. PST |
Good luck mate, il see you out there in a few months!!Who you going out with? 16AAb? Best of luck |
| TheRymer | 01 Jul 2006 1:38 p.m. PST |
Good luck and god bless. I hope you can help the people of there help themselves. |
 Jlundberg  | 01 Jul 2006 7:29 p.m. PST |
Hard to better the many wishes of luck and success. Enjoy, and come back safe. |
| carne68 | 02 Jul 2006 3:34 a.m. PST |
Come home safe. Thankyou and God Bless. |
| jeeves | 21 Nov 2020 11:18 p.m. PST |
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| Wolfhag | 22 Nov 2020 9:53 a.m. PST |
His last visit was Dec 2009. Here is his update: TMP link Wolfhag |
 Legion 4 | 23 Nov 2020 9:24 a.m. PST |
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| Pyrate Captain | 28 Nov 2020 10:22 a.m. PST |
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returns to show us how he painted 
