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Sunday, April 1, 2007

FT Jackson Day 7

Today is Sunday. It's easy to lose track of what day it is. The past week has been so busy we tend forget what day it is at times. We have today off also. Last night my friend Jeff and I took a bus took a bus over to the main post on Ft Jackson where the PX is. We bought a few things for our upcoming trip next weekend to the middle east. One thing that we finally found, was a red lens flashlight. All I could find was a small one, I should be able to find a bigger one in country. We have been told that these are nice because we will be living in a tent or a small trailer in Baghdad, the latrines and showers are in a separate shower, which can be a bit of a walk. So if you have to get up in the middle of the night, you have to walk a bit to the latrine, it's better to have a red lens flashlight, it's better for your night vision, and harder to see at night by other people.

This morning, with most people sleeping in, I was able to do a load of laundry. I think that another nap is in order later though. Tomorrow morning will be heavy weapons, which should be kind of fun. I will let you know how that goes. For the most part it will be a day to rest, relax and get ready for the grind coming up tomorrow.

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