Category Archives: Military

Cultural Tour of Bahrain, Part 1

Posted on June 18, 2014 by TheJessicaness

Sparky woke us up again so I shut the bedroom door. Then he woke me again by barking hours later and I opened the door. I was going to get up at 4am but I really want to get on … Continue reading →

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Dogs Appointment Day

Posted on June 17, 2014 by TheJessicaness

I want to be adjusted to a schedule already, but I can only fight sleep until 9pm with the help of caffeine. Then regardless of the light coming in the window or if there is a party outside or not … 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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Entering the Desert Where I Shall Dwell: Part One

Posted on June 12, 2014 by TheJessicaness

Up in the air at 1am and breakfast is served 45 minutes later. We are given the option of a crêpe or omelette. We decide to get one each and share. I put some cherry jelly on my stuffed crêpe and go … Continue reading →

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