Day 59 of 400

I recieved an email from Brian this a.m. He is now stationed in Iraq. He shares a room with 3 others. He does have internet access now. Hopefully we will be able to skype soon. I have so much to update him on - and email is so difficult to explain everything.

He seems to be doing well. I know he would enjoy hearing from people and sharing care packages with his unit.

Feel free to ask questions and I will hopefully be able to answer them...

Rebecca

Day 56 of 400

I spoke to Brian early this AM (between 12:00a.m. and 1:30a.m.) on instant messenger. I have been fortunate to be able to email back and forth with Brian since he left the states. He is currently stationed in Kuwait. They are still doing training and all are ready to leave for Iraq. He will be stationed in Iraq. I have been able to talk to Brian twice on the phone. I am still getting used to the delay that is often present within our conversations.

Brian can get on the internet at free points throughout the day, but has to pay $5/hr. Is that not crazy. Also, when he gets to Iraq to be able to stay in touch through computer he'll be paying $65/month. While it is quite worth the expense to be able to talk to him, it is crazy that we send these men and women to fight for our freedom and we can't bother to pay their internet costs.

I am extremely proud of my husband for what he does. I miss him dearly and am counting the days until I see him again.

I will try to keep this blog up to date and give you information. Feel free to post comments and well wishes as Brian will be able to check this page.

Rebecca

Address

Here is the long awaited address for Brian:

SSG Martel, Brian, 3rd PLT

445th Transportation Company POS 260th CSSB
Camp Liberty Iraq
APO-AE 09344