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Date: 29th June 2011
I'm always amazed at how you can create a really interesting blog by detailing how stifled & bored you are! Your patience, endurance & creativity are astounding. So glad you're in the home stretch! Can't wait to read your next blog & I can't wait to see & hug you!
From Blog: Afghanistan: The Home Stretch
I'm always amazed at how you can create a really interesting blog by detailing how stifled & bored you are! Your patience, endurance & creativity are astounding. So glad you're in the home stretch! Can't wait to read your next blog & I can't wait to see & hug you!
From Blog: Afghanistan: The Home Stretch
Great blog
Loved the pix. Great ingenuity out there. Glad you're coming home soon. Love you.
From Blog: Afghanistan: The Home Stretch
Date: 26th May 2011
Nutshell advice
Hi - thanks for the posting. I'm planning to go on the nutshell tour beginning in June and wanted to ask if you had problems carrying or moving around the beat-up suitcase? I'll have my backpack but wouldnt want to hike or constantly be keeping an eye on it. I'd be going from Oslo to Bergen on a day trip, or back the next day. Any advice for me? Did it cost around NOK 2 350? Please email me if you can!
From Blog: Norway in a Nutshell
Nutshell advice
Hi - thanks for the posting. I'm planning to go on the nutshell tour beginning in June and wanted to ask if you had problems carrying or moving around the beat-up suitcase? I'll have my backpack but wouldnt want to hike or constantly be keeping an eye on it. I'd be going from Oslo to Bergen on a day trip, or back the next day. Any advice for me? Did it cost around NOK 2 350? Please email me if you can!
From Blog: Norway in a Nutshell
Date: 29th March 2011
We're having Spwinter
We, too, had couple of glorious Spring days last week, but it quickly turned very cold again. Yuck! I knew The Shack was fiction going in, so I took it for what it was, & got from it what I could. Some intriguing images of the Trinity, but I can't say it was life-changing for me. Have you read "Three Cups of Tea"? This is a TRUE and Amazing story of the difference one hard-driving man (Greg Mortenson) has made to the children (especially girls) in Pakistan & 'Ghan. Let me know; if you haven't read it I'll send it to you. I, too want to send you a package. What do you need or want (that fits in a box)? the smores cake sounds AWESOME. You'll have to make it for me when you're back Stateside. I pray that that will be soon. Keep your spirits up! Everybody here is rooting for you! Love & Hugs & Kisses, Aunt Mad
From Blog: Sprummer in Afghanistan
We're having Spwinter
We, too, had couple of glorious Spring days last week, but it quickly turned very cold again. Yuck! I knew The Shack was fiction going in, so I took it for what it was, & got from it what I could. Some intriguing images of the Trinity, but I can't say it was life-changing for me. Have you read "Three Cups of Tea"? This is a TRUE and Amazing story of the difference one hard-driving man (Greg Mortenson) has made to the children (especially girls) in Pakistan & 'Ghan. Let me know; if you haven't read it I'll send it to you. I, too want to send you a package. What do you need or want (that fits in a box)? the smores cake sounds AWESOME. You'll have to make it for me when you're back Stateside. I pray that that will be soon. Keep your spirits up! Everybody here is rooting for you! Love & Hugs & Kisses, Aunt Mad
From Blog: Sprummer in Afghanistan
Date: 25th March 2011
Powdered eggs
I agree Diann! YUCK! I think they're only intended for baking. I'm pretty sure that's what made the cupcakes taste funny, though. I might have to find another substitute for eggs in baking... Any suggestions?
From Blog: Sprummer in Afghanistan
Powdered eggs
I agree Diann! YUCK! I think they're only intended for baking. I'm pretty sure that's what made the cupcakes taste funny, though. I might have to find another substitute for eggs in baking... Any suggestions?
From Blog: Sprummer in Afghanistan
Date: 25th March 2011
Hi
Hey Cuz, You had me cracking up at the whole book fiasco when you found out it wasnt a true story. Sounds like you are doing OK and making the best of it. We all miss you and cant wait for you to get back here. I want to send a care package, so let me know what you need or want! BTW, what the hell is with powdered eggs????? YUCK!!! Love you! Stay safe!!!
From Blog: Sprummer in Afghanistan
Hi
Hey Cuz, You had me cracking up at the whole book fiasco when you found out it wasnt a true story. Sounds like you are doing OK and making the best of it. We all miss you and cant wait for you to get back here. I want to send a care package, so let me know what you need or want! BTW, what the hell is with powdered eggs????? YUCK!!! Love you! Stay safe!!!
From Blog: Sprummer in Afghanistan
Date: 23rd March 2011
Looks like summer camp
Great blog. love the pictures. Interesting that you're spending Lent in the desert/wilderness. So did Jesus, immediately after he was baptized by John the Baptist. And he was probably not too far from where you are now. Glad you got a handle on the air sickness. The marathon looks like it was fun especially with the costumes. Must have been hot to run in them though. Miss you and love you. Will have lasazna waiting for you when you come home.
From Blog: Sprummer in Afghanistan
Looks like summer camp
Great blog. love the pictures. Interesting that you're spending Lent in the desert/wilderness. So did Jesus, immediately after he was baptized by John the Baptist. And he was probably not too far from where you are now. Glad you got a handle on the air sickness. The marathon looks like it was fun especially with the costumes. Must have been hot to run in them though. Miss you and love you. Will have lasazna waiting for you when you come home.
From Blog: Sprummer in Afghanistan
Date: 7th March 2011
Where is the Doc?
Hey Nicole! Miss you around here! Medical here at NR is just not the same! Drop a line and send snail mail address so I can send a few goodies!
From Blog: Paninis, Pesto, Pancakes, and Popcorn!
Where is the Doc?
Hey Nicole! Miss you around here! Medical here at NR is just not the same! Drop a line and send snail mail address so I can send a few goodies!
From Blog: Paninis, Pesto, Pancakes, and Popcorn!
Date: 27th February 2011
Great blog!
Love your blog, Nicole! I think it's terrific that you found sea monkeys, bubble wrap, and crocheting, and were moved to declare that you are re-discovering your forgotten and AWESOME youth! Too bad about the sucky preacher -- unfortunately there are way too many of them around. Hope you get a MUCH better one next. Don't worry about regrets 30 years from now -- you'll have them no matter what (the road not taken, etc, etc). It's just part of life and the blessing of having the FREEDOM TO CHOOSE (which you are so admirably defending for us all). Love you tons!
From Blog: Paninis, Pesto, Pancakes, and Popcorn!
Great blog!
Love your blog, Nicole! I think it's terrific that you found sea monkeys, bubble wrap, and crocheting, and were moved to declare that you are re-discovering your forgotten and AWESOME youth! Too bad about the sucky preacher -- unfortunately there are way too many of them around. Hope you get a MUCH better one next. Don't worry about regrets 30 years from now -- you'll have them no matter what (the road not taken, etc, etc). It's just part of life and the blessing of having the FREEDOM TO CHOOSE (which you are so admirably defending for us all). Love you tons!
From Blog: Paninis, Pesto, Pancakes, and Popcorn!
Date: 23rd February 2011
anncass99@aol.com
Great blog, Niki. Love that you have some creature comforts. Good for you about not letting anyone tell you what you have to believe. You are a wonderful, strong, kind woman with integrity. And I love you.
From Blog: Paninis, Pesto, Pancakes, and Popcorn!
anncass99@aol.com
Great blog, Niki. Love that you have some creature comforts. Good for you about not letting anyone tell you what you have to believe. You are a wonderful, strong, kind woman with integrity. And I love you.
From Blog: Paninis, Pesto, Pancakes, and Popcorn!
Date: 23rd February 2011
Hey Nicole!
Love your stories! You are certainly an energetic woman with many many many talents! The Dragon Tattoo books are awesome! Congrats on the PRK. I got lasik last year and I love it. Best of luck to your dad on the surgery. Wish him a speedy recovery!
From Blog: Paninis, Pesto, Pancakes, and Popcorn!
Hey Nicole!
Love your stories! You are certainly an energetic woman with many many many talents! The Dragon Tattoo books are awesome! Congrats on the PRK. I got lasik last year and I love it. Best of luck to your dad on the surgery. Wish him a speedy recovery!
From Blog: Paninis, Pesto, Pancakes, and Popcorn!
Date: 11th February 2011
Thanks!
Thanks for the comment Marie! My mailing address is LT Nicole Cassler, VMM-264 Det A, Unit 77072, FPO, AE 09510-7072. As far as what in particular, I would say that any cookies/brownies definitely go fast. I would love some pictures though if you have any around! I don't have many pictures (actual physical pictures -- do people even make those anymore?) Thanks for thinking of me out here! I'll have to add Andrew to the list. Hope the weather starts turning better there. Looking forward to the next family picnic!
From Blog: The Ghan: Month 1
Thanks!
Thanks for the comment Marie! My mailing address is LT Nicole Cassler, VMM-264 Det A, Unit 77072, FPO, AE 09510-7072. As far as what in particular, I would say that any cookies/brownies definitely go fast. I would love some pictures though if you have any around! I don't have many pictures (actual physical pictures -- do people even make those anymore?) Thanks for thinking of me out here! I'll have to add Andrew to the list. Hope the weather starts turning better there. Looking forward to the next family picnic!
From Blog: The Ghan: Month 1
Date: 9th February 2011
Long Blog ? NOT.....
Hi Nikki, The blog was very interesting, you said it was long but I thought it was very good. I felt like I visited you, thank you. I've been waiting for you to settle in, I need you address. Beside the things you mention in your blog, cake mixes, ice cream cones, yarn, etc, is there anything you would like ? Let me know and a package will be on it's way. I don't know if you have Andrew's e-mail , drdesaro@aol.com, I'm sure he would love to read them. Our prays and thoughts are with you, Love Ya, Marie
From Blog: The Ghan: Month 1
Long Blog ? NOT.....
Hi Nikki, The blog was very interesting, you said it was long but I thought it was very good. I felt like I visited you, thank you. I've been waiting for you to settle in, I need you address. Beside the things you mention in your blog, cake mixes, ice cream cones, yarn, etc, is there anything you would like ? Let me know and a package will be on it's way. I don't know if you have Andrew's e-mail , drdesaro@aol.com, I'm sure he would love to read them. Our prays and thoughts are with you, Love Ya, Marie
From Blog: The Ghan: Month 1
Date: 4th February 2011
brrrrrr.....
Hi Nikki! I hope you're settling in OK. I don't know if you've had any info about the weather back here in the US, but for most of the country, the temps are as bad as what you found in Manas! Here in NJ we've had a LOT of nights in the teens & lower. I think Mother Nature needs to check her maps -- this is NOT supposed to be the Arctic! We've also been getting walloped with 2 snowstorms a week on average. SHEESH! Spring can't come soon enough (at least Punxutawney Phil said it would come soon). It seems to be nice & mild in NC, though, especially by the coast. I'm keeping you in my prayers & looking forward to reading more blogs. Love You, A Mad
From Blog: Purgatory is freezing!
brrrrrr.....
Hi Nikki! I hope you're settling in OK. I don't know if you've had any info about the weather back here in the US, but for most of the country, the temps are as bad as what you found in Manas! Here in NJ we've had a LOT of nights in the teens & lower. I think Mother Nature needs to check her maps -- this is NOT supposed to be the Arctic! We've also been getting walloped with 2 snowstorms a week on average. SHEESH! Spring can't come soon enough (at least Punxutawney Phil said it would come soon). It seems to be nice & mild in NC, though, especially by the coast. I'm keeping you in my prayers & looking forward to reading more blogs. Love You, A Mad
From Blog: Purgatory is freezing!
Date: 3rd February 2011
Stay safe and warm!!!
Don't get lost in those mountains. Missing you stateside! I feel like I haven't seen you in forever! Stay safe and come back soon. I'll get you a beer when you get back! Lisa
From Blog: Purgatory is freezing!
Stay safe and warm!!!
Don't get lost in those mountains. Missing you stateside! I feel like I haven't seen you in forever! Stay safe and come back soon. I'll get you a beer when you get back! Lisa
From Blog: Purgatory is freezing!
Date: 31st December 2010
Be careful what you wish for in Manas!
Be careful what you wish for in Manas! When you say "wish I had another day to sit around and do nothing"...a flight will get cancelled and you might just get your wish!
From Blog: Another Day, Another Deployment
Be careful what you wish for in Manas!
Be careful what you wish for in Manas! When you say "wish I had another day to sit around and do nothing"...a flight will get cancelled and you might just get your wish!
From Blog: Another Day, Another Deployment
Date: 29th December 2010
K and A
Loved reading of your adventure so far. KEEP WARM. Pneumonia in the far reaches of the planet is NOT fun. Love you. Dad
From Blog: Another Day, Another Deployment
K and A
Loved reading of your adventure so far. KEEP WARM. Pneumonia in the far reaches of the planet is NOT fun. Love you. Dad
From Blog: Another Day, Another Deployment
Date: 29th December 2010
Glad to see you got one of those beanies and they let you wear it in uniform. Stay warm as much as you can. Love you.
From Blog: Another Day, Another Deployment
Glad to see you got one of those beanies and they let you wear it in uniform. Stay warm as much as you can. Love you.
From Blog: Another Day, Another Deployment
Date: 29th December 2010
Thank you
So glad it was helpful for you! Thanks for sharing!
From Blog: Dublin Day 1 -- No Leprechauns yet
Thank you
So glad it was helpful for you! Thanks for sharing!
From Blog: Dublin Day 1 -- No Leprechauns yet
Date: 29th December 2010
Thanks!
Thanks for the kind words! I'm guessing that my blog wasn't too helpful with furniture shopping, but hope it went well!
Thanks!
Thanks for the kind words! I'm guessing that my blog wasn't too helpful with furniture shopping, but hope it went well!
Date: 21st December 2010
address
Nicole, Where are you? Send me your snail mail and email addresses.
address
Nicole, Where are you? Send me your snail mail and email addresses.
Kilmainham Gaol
The photos are very stirring for me as my Maternal GGgrandfather was a Convict who was Detained there From 1843 untill was transported to Van Deiman's Land. also My GGrandfather on my Fathers side was detaines there in 1848-1849 untill he was transported to PT Jackson Australia.( he Stole a cow so he could feed his family During the Famine.) so being able to see where they were Detained means a lot to me Thank you for letting me see the Photos. Regards Elaine
From Blog: Dublin Day 1 -- No Leprechauns yet
Date: 26th June 2010
Loved your blog.. and can totally relate!
I stumbled across your blog.. while searching for furniture stores in Fussa area (as we are moving offbase and have to get rid of most everything we own!! ) it was really fun to read, and was like I went through your day with you. I personally am not a train person, so I give you huge kudos for holding yourself together. That's one thing we LOVE about living in Japan... they are they most awesome people with the most amazing culture. so much so that we are retiring here, at least for the immediate future... at least 2 or 3 years. Glad you found your way and hopefully you'll get to return.. hey.. you already know your way around so why not!?
Loved your blog.. and can totally relate!
I stumbled across your blog.. while searching for furniture stores in Fussa area (as we are moving offbase and have to get rid of most everything we own!! ) it was really fun to read, and was like I went through your day with you. I personally am not a train person, so I give you huge kudos for holding yourself together. That's one thing we LOVE about living in Japan... they are they most awesome people with the most amazing culture. so much so that we are retiring here, at least for the immediate future... at least 2 or 3 years. Glad you found your way and hopefully you'll get to return.. hey.. you already know your way around so why not!?
Paul Williams
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norways steepest road
norways steepest road is not Stalheimskleiva. It is only 20% and the road up to Herdalssætra is 22% at its steepest and the longest sretch is just over 1km at 22%. This is not ment to take away the beauty of Stalheimskleiva as I love to drive this road. Herdalssætra is totaly difrent with goats and sheep where they still make brown cheese the old way. I have been both places about 5 times and they are so difrent you cant say one is beter than the other. Paul Williams Master Photographer
From Blog: Norway in a Nutshell