From the Twin Towers to Fallujah

God is definitely looking out for us.  [The enemy] was trying to chase down car but didn't go any farther down a route because Bayonet (Paine's company)has a checkpoint set up.  On their way back Bayonet got hit by an IED but they were OK in their brads. I don't think our trucks would have faired as well. Thank God for his angels.  I pray as often as I remember for a couple things:
1) you and JT
2) That the guys would find God during this deployment
4) the guys safety and the angel's protection
5) That God would blind the enemy to my soldier's movement
6) That God would give the guys keen eyes to see the enemy and a steady hand to kill him
7) That God would give us patience and wisdom and that we do nothing to dishonor ourselves

I can't imagine how hard it is with all the wives.  I don't envy you at all. Those pictures you sent with the packages are awesome!  JT is so cute in the carseat one!  I'll share the cookies with my crew.  I also have PFC Barber from Denver City, Texas on my vehicle.  He's a funny kid and Cosby, Mogg, and Barber crack me up all the time.  Good guys.  They're very helpful.

I'll be here today and tomorrow before going back out again on Saturday after the VTC [video teleconference].  We've been giving out stuffed animals to the kids at the houses we visit.  There was this little boy (probably two) who got so excited he pooped himself right there in front of us. We couldn't stop laughing. We tried to chase some guys down last night but couldn't find them.  I rotate between the platoons and go out with their different patrols.  I have to get my 10% done over the next couple days too.  I'm definitely going to make sure I catch the broncos game. Please tape it to DVD.  If they win, send it to me.  If they lose, don't worry about it.

We're working on improving our area out at the checkpoints.  1SG has a line on a freezer so we store meat and ice out there.  He's also working on getting us a 15K so we can get AC and the freezer working.  It's been pretty cold at nights.  I actually sleep in my truck with all my stuff on.  It's easier to rest my head against the door with my kevlar on then off.  Plus, the new helmet doesn't bother your head at all.  The guys are getting used to burning crap and garbage every day and we're improving the wire and all the other force protection stuff with triple strand, hescos, and everything else.  I'm death on these guys in terms of keeping things clean so they don't get sick and that we're safe.

Well, I have to go.  I have to get ready for the meeting.  I love you so much and love the pictures you sent us.

Tell your mom I got her package and made a cup of coffee this morning with it.  It's awesome!!!  Very cool.