Tag Archives: expat

Dogs Appointment Day

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

Posted in Animals, Food, Marriage, Military, People | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Day Two at the Brief

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

Posted in Education, Food, Media, Military, People | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Indoctrination Day

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

Posted in Animals, Art, Education, Food, Friends, Media, Military, People | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Trying to Sleep in Twilight

We waited up until 10pm last night before going to bed. I set the alarm for 7:15 – way more sleep than usually needed but hoping to help recover from jet lag. I got woken up by the club next … Continue reading

Posted in Art, Food, People, Places, Plants, Water | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Entering the Desert Where I Shall Dwell: Part Two

…the first half We carry our bags into the front office around noon and when our reservation is confirmed we thank the van for waiting before they leave. Our paperwork from base said our room price average was $153 per … Continue reading

Posted in Animals, Food, People, Photography | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment