My appologies for the delay in updates.
It's been a long journey to get here, and we still have a bit to go. Weather has been tough (dust storms) for us to get out. Anticipating leaving daily is starting to take it's toll I think, but welcome to Army - hurry and wait.
We've been training daily and learning lots about our area that should and will benefit us. Now, just waiting to leave.
My thoughts are with all of you all on this Christmas. How badly I wish to be celebrating with each of you all, especially my wife. Baby, I love you so much and I am sending you a big Merry Christmas hug and kiss from here. You are missed by me every second.
Gotta run. I'll update you all soon - with photos too.
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Time in Kandahar and Address
Local time. Kandahar.
For those who don't have the time to calculate the difference, this site will help. For those too busy to click, that's 9.30 hours difference from Atlanta to Kandahar.
As my departure day creeps closer, faster than I would like, I have the address for those who want it to send mail and/or packages. I'm not sure how quickly mail will reach me, but I know that they (The Army) take it seriously as it is one of the few pleasures we have to look forward to. That, and computer/phone time with family and loved ones. Here's that address:
SPC Geoffrey Michael Cottrill
5-20 IN BN, B Troop, ATTN S-1
FOB PASAB
APO, AE 09370
Looks like I am heading out on 16th for the long journey to Afghanistan, but what an amazing time it has been. One whole month of being husband to an amazing woman. One whole month of adventures, hilarious stories, great photos, FOOD, more photos and laughter. It has been a great preview, I'd even say tease, to see how awesome life is going to be when I get back. Makes me hungry to get back, that's for sure.
That's it for now. Off to enjoy a lazy Sunday but I'll check in before I leave.
For those who don't have the time to calculate the difference, this site will help. For those too busy to click, that's 9.30 hours difference from Atlanta to Kandahar.
As my departure day creeps closer, faster than I would like, I have the address for those who want it to send mail and/or packages. I'm not sure how quickly mail will reach me, but I know that they (The Army) take it seriously as it is one of the few pleasures we have to look forward to. That, and computer/phone time with family and loved ones. Here's that address:
SPC Geoffrey Michael Cottrill
5-20 IN BN, B Troop, ATTN S-1
FOB PASAB
APO, AE 09370
Looks like I am heading out on 16th for the long journey to Afghanistan, but what an amazing time it has been. One whole month of being husband to an amazing woman. One whole month of adventures, hilarious stories, great photos, FOOD, more photos and laughter. It has been a great preview, I'd even say tease, to see how awesome life is going to be when I get back. Makes me hungry to get back, that's for sure.
That's it for now. Off to enjoy a lazy Sunday but I'll check in before I leave.
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Hello and Welcome
My wife and I thought this would be a good way to share the sights, sounds and thoughts of my deployment to Afghanistan during 2012.
My plan is to update this quite frequently, but who knows what will be possible over there. I will do my best to update you all as often as possible.
It goes without saying that I will be missing each of you all very badly. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all and I will be praying for a quick and safe return.
My plan is to update this quite frequently, but who knows what will be possible over there. I will do my best to update you all as often as possible.
It goes without saying that I will be missing each of you all very badly. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all and I will be praying for a quick and safe return.
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