Casey and the kids received two packages from Chaplain J last week. He's quite a haggler in the open air markets. Among the gifts were jewelry carved from bone, dominoes made from wood and brass, and a coffee cup. Can you guess who the cup was for?
Communication is somewhat limited as usual. When you travel from major bases to tiny outposts, you can't count on reliable Internet access - or electricity for that matter. Although the RED HORSE squadron usually has the best wiring and construction, since they are responsible for creating it. These days we get a few minutes on instant messenger a couple times a week.
Transportation gets a bit creative, too. There are a certain number of flights moving at a time and one never knows when the next one will be going out. Chaplain J must be flexible when planning his stops in various camps. Some 2 day visits turn into 4 or 5 days.
So the next time you pick up your phone to text or call a friend, remember what a privilege it is to have the technology.
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