1/23/2006
This thing working?
American Soldier says,
Well I figured I best drop on by before everyone thinks I’m never coming back. I have been a very busy soldier since I have arrived. Missions are a constant and I don’t mind it in the least. I can say that I live in probably the shittiest and most dangerous part of Iraq. The barracks are cramped, the season is cold but when it comes to missions all is forgotten. I don’t care what you read, the insurgency is consistent. Every day my FOB gets mortared. We send our counter fire out and square them away but they are at it again the next day.
I’ve got a trusty Sniper rifle assigned to me and she is old but very reliable. I haven’t figured out a name for her yet. The men I am with are very seasoned and I am happy to be a part of their organization. I had some reservations to joining a unit that has been together since the beginning but they have accepted me and that was a nice relief.
So here I am and you can expect more posts. I am still trying to get a consistent internet connection but I am in shit hole of a place so it’s not as accommodated as outer base camps.
Talk to you soon.
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Glad to hear you are doing what you love to do and doing it well no doubt.
Thank you for your service.
it’s nice to hear from you. please stay safe.
thank you.
Sounds like you’re in good hands, AS… even if the living conditions are shitty.
I’d rather be with awesome people in a shithole, than shitty people living in the lap of luxory.
You definitely need a name for your sniper rifle! Sounds like a contest…..
Great to hear from you. Sorry about the problems of internet connection.
Take care and stay safe. Thank you so much for all you do and for serving our country. You all ROCK! Thank you for fighting for my freedom and to keep us safe back here. And tobring freedom to others.
Great to hear from you! It sounds like you are happy to be back in action. I am glad. You are an amazing person. Thank you doing what you do! Just take care of you, ok?
AS, it is great reading your adjusting. I have heard the internet connection isn’t the best. I hope it gets better.
Stay Safe, prayers are directed towards you.
Let us know if anyone in your unit needs anything, would be glad to help them along with you.
Bug Hugs AS.
Take care of yourself.
AS,
Sorry that the place you’re in is so bad. Those darned terrorists think they own Iraq or something.
Good that the guys you’re with in your unit are nice to you, that makes a difference I’m sure!
Thanks for checking in here. I, like so many others, look forward to your posts!
Thank you for being there for us! Take care of yourself AS! You are in my prayers as well!!
AS, Glad you are hanging in there and the “guys” have taken you in! Sorry the atmosphere is crappy!
Stay strong and stay safe!
Good to hear from you! Can’t wait to hear what you named your rifle!
Keep that helmet on and your butt down ~
Allow me to suggest the name Emmy Lou. or Emma Jane.
Keep yer head down, soldier.
I may be mistaken, but I believe “Betsy” was what Davey Crocket called his trusty rifle!
The conditions may be crappy, but with your particular job that will only serve to keep you sharper. Glad your buds are cool with you! That is comforting. You know your back’s covered. Keep your head down and watch your six!
Thank you for your service. God Bless.
I just wanted to say that im joining the army soon as i graduate and hopefully i will be able to become a sniper like you. I look up to you and ur much apriciated good luck and stay safe keep em in ur sights
I was thinking about the name for your sniper rifle, how about the name “The Equalizer”?
Good to hear from you. Stay Safe & GOD Bless.
A second vote for Betsy.
Thank you for what you are doing. Stay safe & god bless.
Ken in Hatboro, PA
Good to hear from you AS. What is it some of my friends say…oh yeah “I embrace the suck”.
Keep your head down and get some. You’re all in my prayers.
Hmm Betsy, Emma Lou, Emma Jane, The Equalizer. Interesting.
AS,
As a soldier thats been there, please be aware of your surroundings, and know that those of us that went before you, will always keep you in our hearts and prayers. God Bless the Soldier!!
God bless you, A.S.! *hugs* Hang in there..stay safe… u r in our prayers always.
AS,
I second what Kat in GA said!
The Equalizer sounds good for your rifle name. Then again Betsy sounds good too!
I’m glad to hear that are are alright and doing well as can be expected.
You guys give names to your weapons, and they’re women’s names to boot. Go figure.
Ms. Trouble sounds like a good name.
Keep safe.
Thank you for all you do. Stay safe and know you are in my prayers-can’t wait to hear the name of your rifle!
I like the equalizer.
stay safe soldier.
AS,
Glad you’re fitting in and ’staying busy’. The fact that you’re where you are, doing what you are, says a great deal about WHO you are. Thank you.
All my weapons that I have are named, I have a .50 Cal Kentucky pistol named Mr. Fifty, and I have a .62 cal Fintlock horse pistol named Mother ( the usual last thought in your mind after you hear the mind blowing boom that comes from its muzzle). one thing always to remember about each firearm, they will always name themselves based on their particlular behaivior.
Good luck AS and be safe,
Evan
Back in the day, we named our weapons too. Funny, but most named their 16s the same name….
p’iece of shit!
Continue the Mission.
Papa Ray
West Texas
USA
A great big Thank You to you and your family. You are appreciated and admired. The vast majority of Americans support you and your mission. Screw the liberal msm. As for a name for your rifle, how about “The Travel Agent.” You issue first class tickets to allah and paradise. Wishing you and yours all the best!
I named my M9 ‘Lucky’, since it’s stock number was 13. I made it back home alright, but that was mostly because I was stationed in Kuwait. Those guys have our backs, so long as the have our money, too.
How about “Belle” because a sniper’s rifle is such a beautiful thing?
Name her Sam!
Glad to know you are in good hands, and taken care of. Stay safe, and definately let us know what you find for a name for your sniper! I personally like Betsy…when I hear that name, I think old 1940’s…. young military wives..and you know those woman were tough at home waiting for thier soldiers…
hOW ABOUT sHIRLEY?As in shirley gonna get the job done! Thank you for the job you’re doing and the many sacrifices! God bless you and keep you safe for your loved ones. Take care!
Stay safe, AS and Godspeed!
Dear AS,
Nothing like starting out a brand new year being where you want to be
Best thoughts and blessings to you and the new Team-
Hey
I wrote a tune for you and your bro’s in arms
Wyatt lil Warrior
Please check it out at www.myspace.com/caseylanken
Thank you for your efforts,
King-Casey
clanken@aol.com
Dear AS:
I’m thankful for you. Be careful. God Bless You. I love You.
(ps feel her some more but maybe - Sally)
This one makes sence “One’s first step in wisdom is to kuesstion everything - and one’s last is to come to terms with everything.”
Hey Guy,
Just wanted to say…..I think Betty is a wonderful name. Sounds trustworthy anyways!
Appreciate everything you are doing. Enduring the crap for us!
Hang in there! Your in all of our thoughts and prayers!
Tammy