Category Archives: Media

A Walk Around Arad Fort

Posted on June 21, 2014 by TheJessicaness

The alarm goes off, Sparky wants to go out, Caleb and Piggy are still cuddling in bed together. I put his leash on, open the door, and am greeted by a giant roach on his back and a tissue nearby … Continue reading →

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House Hunting at the Police Station

Posted on June 19, 2014 by TheJessicaness

The video never downloaded last night before I decided to go to bed around 9:30. Sparky woke me up at 5am this morning, but instead of staying up I went back to sleep until 7am and then we went to … Continue reading →

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Cultural Tour of Bahrain, Part 2

Posted on June 18, 2014 by TheJessicaness

We pour our water and as soon as Ali says food I’m the first in line. I’m grateful for this only because I get the opportunity to take a picture of the design on the hummus before dipping the large … Continue reading →

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Day Two at the Brief

Posted on June 16, 2014 by TheJessicaness

I set the alarm early so that I could get online and get some things done before leaving. I ended up taking a shower, emailing Hasan, and checking Facebook. Caleb grabbed his uniform – can’t be worn off base – … Continue reading →

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Indoctrination Day

Posted on June 15, 2014 by TheJessicaness

I remember Caleb pouring the Rockstar. I remember taking a sip and trying to turn on the TV. This happened around 7pm and the next thing I vaguely remember was Caleb taking me to bed at 9pm. I slept well … Continue reading →

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