The husband has finally sent photos! WOO HOO! (Good job Marky!) No, they are not of his promotion, though, I am happy to say that he has some- he just is unable to load them onto a computer in Afghanistan. In short- the promotion photos will be posted in January some time. In the mean time, below are pictures of Mark before going on a helicopter ride around Kandahar. Supposedly the helicopter ride was for "fun" and not work in early November. He said it was pretty awesome and was cool too see the region from a bird's eye view. As for the photos- as a highly concerned wife, I am happy to see he doesn't even remove his hand from his gun- even when taking photos!
Mark (right) and J.S. (another LT in Mark's unit) before the helicopter trip
Group of soldiers going on helicopter trip Mark is second from the left
In other news, Mark reports getting a Thanksgiving dinner in Afghanistan. And while the food was alright- the family and football was definitely missing. On Friday, he found out that his job is changing (yet again!). He has yet to have the same job for more than 2 months- so again, we'll see how long this one lasts. Mark had one day to train the guy taking over his old job of Battle Captain, and he is now back to working with the ANSF (Afghan National Security Force- aka their police). He will be away from the base that he has a bed and showers at and will now be sleeping on a cot, showering once a week, and living with the ANSF. If you plan on sending a care package anytime soon- Mark is requesting baby/wet wipes to help cut down his dirty and "stinkiness". Please keep him in your prayers a little extra- with this job he will not have the same security or comfort as living on post provided.
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. We kept Chip the Chimp (my "stand in Mark"- a gift that he gave me before he left) nearby for the holiday and Mark was definitely on many of our minds over this holiday.
Lamb Family for Thanksgiving
With love,
Angie
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