Travel takes a toll on the body and mind. Travel with the army is liking running over the body and mind with a train. I am currently "in transit" in Afghanistan and have been so for several days now. I cannot reveal locations and times, but suffice to say I have been through a rollercoaster. A diverted flight here, 11 hour time change there, constant morning (or what I think early morning) movements just to find our aircraft was canceled. I have been traveling for a week exactly and I still am on 3/4 of the way to my final destination.
Some of the places in Afghanistan are wild. And not in the "exotic" wild. I mean the "ability to export modern society to any corner of the globe" wild. I packed expecting to be in the hinterlands devoid of all sense of civilization. There is Burger King, Dairy Queen, Hair stylists, and even Salsa night. Now these things are at the big bases which is far from where I will be stationed. But it is still amazing how we as Americans and as the modern world are able to export or society despite the terrain, location, and fact that there is a war on-going.
I am sure it will be easier once we get settled into our actual positions down range. Right now its like waiting in the terminal at the airport. With a weapon and way to much gear.
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2 comments:
It is hard for me to imagine the emotional and physical challenges of traveling so far and to such a different place! I've been reading Greg Mortenson's new book "Stones into Schools" and appreciate learning more about the Afghanistan geography and culture. Thanks for posting updates to your blog! I am praying for your safety and protections.
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