accidents

[littlesphinx]

Today one of my soldiers had an "accidental discharge (no, not that sort)" with his M14. It was about ten inches away from my right ear, which is already seriously damaged from SWAT and later, the Sangin Valley guns. Thankfully it was a blank cartridge and there is no hole in my head. Tomorrow morning he is being disciplined without anger, but

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[dlmoldovan]

oh LT, looks like today was not good for either of us. sorry to hear that. let me know if you need anything. i hope tomorrow will be better. nazli was mentioning something about meeting for dinner.

[littlesphinx]

Agreed. And naturally, I have a training meeting with the artillery battery tonight. I'll call you when we finish and try to swing in for a bit....best of luck with your two papers!

[cuntishness]

Oh I can't even imagine.

[littlesphinx]

I was less than pleased. And I have a rather large email on the way to you shortly, sorry about the wait.

[cuntishness]

No worries.

[captain_snarky]

At least it wasn't your penis this time.

Trying to look on the bright side.

[littlesphinx]

You have an excellent point there.

(whistles "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life" on my way out the door)

[exandthecity]

Jesus....
:-/

CoCo and I sat on my couch last night and were sending you good thoughts and love. Maybe our little James-fest didn't happen soon enough to ward off your accident.

xxoo
G

[littlesphinx]

Regardless, I am flattered and humbled. Thank you both for your kindness. I'm fine now, most of the ringing is gone and as usual I am ridiculously lucky.