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Greetings from Baghdad!
« on: Apr 16th, 2004, 3:39pm » |
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Hey all,
I guess we can put a temporary flag on the member map in Baghdad, Iraq. I'm over here with my unit, attached to the 1st Armored Cavalry division. I have been fortunate to be pain free the whole time training and moving over here, but we have a long time to go before we can come home, so my fingers are crossed.
I wish I could tell you all what I'm doing, I'd love to write down where I am and what's really happening here, but we've been drilled on operational security. Suffice it to say that I'm proud to be here, and that I'll do my best. I'd love to hear from y'all and answer questions, as long as it doesn't have to do with the mission I'm on.
Baghdad is actually a beautiful city, and the people here can be very kind and friendly, it's just that some whackos screw it up for everyone.
I'll try to check back in soon, but it can sometimes be a day or two before I can even check emails, so I'll do my best. I missed you guys when I was away from my PC.
Jason
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #1 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 3:54pm » |
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #2 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 3:55pm » |
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We need that you are strong. What a surprise Jason!!....... missed you...... Be safe, Zaira
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« Reply #3 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 3:55pm » |
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Damn!!!!
They give you guys laptops on the battle field? 
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #4 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 3:56pm » |
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Good to hear from you Jason,
Keep up the good work and keep your head down....we need you back safe.
Semper Fi young man! God Bless and Thank you!
Mark
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #5 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 3:58pm » |
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Be deliberate in everything that you do and see. We are proud of you. Go 1st Arm. Cav!
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #6 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 4:04pm » |
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Thanks for checkin in.
Thanks for your service..
And most of all, come back in one piece.
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #7 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 4:06pm » |
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I am damned proud to meet you! Stay frosty brother. All our prayers are with you for a successful mission and a safe trip home.
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To listen to the media here, every outstretched hand there has a grenade in it. Glad to here the truth for someone who is there.
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #8 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 4:20pm » |
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Go buddy GO!!!!! Pain Free forever!!!
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #9 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 4:39pm » |
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Yo Jason,
Be safe and watch yer back. Here's a question you can answer, does the army recognize and offer treatment for CH? Hope you stay pf don't need it tho. Proud of you guy.
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #10 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 4:41pm » |
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Wow Jason!! Good to hear you reporting in...can't believe you're doing it from the field though ~ be careful, be safe!
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #11 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 4:59pm » |
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Take care and stay safe. Becareful. It is the wackos that worry me.
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« Reply #12 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 5:08pm » |
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take care and good luck... keep in touch
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #13 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 6:22pm » |
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Newbie here saying thank you for all you are and all you do. Be safe and God speed!
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #14 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 6:27pm » |
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Jason, I know this is what you wanted, so I am glad you are finally there...PLEASE....use every precaution, and know Clusterville is cheering you on.
Godpseed,
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #15 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 6:35pm » |
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Hi Jason and it's very cool that you can connect.
Ditto to everything and it's good to learn that not everything is like what we see on cable news over there. I saw some nice stuff on CBS the other day about what some of you are doing for Iraqis and that it's lucky for them that it's you and us that's in the occupation.
For god's sake keep your wits about you and check in when you can. Maybe you can tell us more about the general condition of Baghdad. In any case, we're proud of you.
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« Reply #16 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 7:46pm » |
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Jason
I served in gulf war 1 with clusters. Nothing as dangerous as you are facing. God bless and hope for you that good times are plentiful.
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« Reply #17 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 8:41pm » |
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I am personally not for the war. I am supportive of our troops. I know some people serving in Iraq. Good people. And I want nothing but their safe and speedy returns. I am saddened by the news of the recent weeks.
I do find it cool you have internet access at your base.
Stay strong. I can't imagine what you must be going through and if you have CHs at the same time?!!!1
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #18 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 10:42pm » |
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Hey Jason... You stay safe. We love you and we are proud. I keep up with the goings on over there so I know you cannot tell us anything... you just keep sharp and come home safe... and Jason if you see this guy  Say hi from his mom
Love to you Ree
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« Reply #19 on: Apr 16th, 2004, 10:47pm » |
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Jason,
Where all with you bro, keep us posted as often as you can.
Sean
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #20 on: Apr 18th, 2004, 1:09am » |
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Jason, you may not get this, but i have to send it anyway. my husband was trying to get into the army. he was not stupid, but he was slow. that didn't change hoow much he loved his country. he wanted desperatly to serve with you. he was killed at work whille i was pregnant with our second child (a son). anyway, i am writing you, because i am a fellow cluster head. i support you. if there is anything i can do for you, or send yoou, please, please e-mail me. not just for my deceased husband, but for you as an AMERICAN..
i am here for you
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #21 on: Apr 18th, 2004, 11:06am » |
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Jason, so good to hear from you! Please keep us posted as often as you can....Fantastic news about the chs....Hang in there and know your family is pulling for You and all the other soldiers over there. nancyc
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #22 on: Apr 19th, 2004, 2:29pm » |
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Its good to hear you arrived safe and sound. Watch your backside all the time. Please be careful. I have been praying for you and will continue to do so. God bless you and your efforts.
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #23 on: Apr 19th, 2004, 2:58pm » |
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Take care Jason. Glad you made it there okay.
Thank you for putting yourself on the line for the rest of us.
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Re: Greetings from Baghdad!
« Reply #24 on: Apr 19th, 2004, 3:14pm » |
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Jason, WOOOOHOOOOOOO *happy dance* on your pain free time!!! Damn glad you could check in with your family here in Clusterville!! Damn proud of ya bro. And all our men & women that keep us safe and free!! Keep up the great work your doing and STAY SAFE!!!! Keep us posted when ya can bro and we are pullin for ya!!! Got pics of Baghdad?? Sure would love to see the REAL city, cuz the media over here only shows the nasty stuff. 
Very proud American, Leesa
PS: if ya send me a snail mail addy Ill get a care package out for yall!!! Let me know what yall want, need, or cant have so I dont mess up.
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