Comments | edbook: augmenting the army's equipment in Iraq

edbook

augmenting the army's equipment in Iraq

Feb 27, 2005 13:15

'about a week ago, I bought two Forerunner 101 GPS units on ebay and sent them to Jimmy and Eric. They are currently in northern Iraq with the Kurds... a much more American-friendly area of the country. They are going out on patrols and seeing a much different topography with rolling green hills and mountains similar to their home in Utah. We ( Read more... )

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scimiotix February 27 2005, 21:19:57 UTC

Sending the GPS units was a really good idea - and sad that it was necessary for you to supplement the army's equipment. I wish them luck and hope they remain safe.

geekers February 27 2005, 21:28:53 UTC

Good idea! I'm sure they were quite pleased to receive the GPSs.

rivendweller February 27 2005, 21:54:33 UTC

Holy Toledo. Best wishes for their safety. You're a good dad.

edbook February 27 2005, 22:14:20 UTC

I'm their step-dad. They were grown and out on their own before I came along but I do love them as my own.

Peace

ilenebook February 28 2005, 01:21:27 UTC

You are a good step-dad Sweetheart.

rockiesgirl February 28 2005, 18:43:19 UTC

Hey Ilene, meant to mention to you that I, too, am a Red Hatter. Well, officially, I'm a lady in waiting....will have to wear pink/lavender for a few more years yet. It sure is a fun club though, isn't it? I love it!!!

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tjlane February 28 2005, 05:49:22 UTC

That was a good thing to do for them. I'm sure they appreciate it. It is good that they are in a safer place than before.

cuivenar February 28 2005, 06:19:11 UTC

Thanks, Ed!

We in Iraq thank you and those like you. The more the Iraqis are able to stand up to these animals, the better off we'll all be.