November 2006 - Some Pictures

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Howdy Ya'll,

Not much to report here. Life is not boring but it wouldn't make a good story. I thought you would all enjoy some pics of life in Iraq. Pray for all the guys here. Several of us will be helping out with the weekly chapel services, and I've been doing periodic bible studies with the guys. Pray that God will plant some seeds in the hearts of these men and protect them physically as well.

Thank you to every one who has sent me mail. It's such a treat to get. It's like Christmas.

I miss you all very much.

Happy Thanksgiving!
-Tony

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Photos

Three Puerto Ricans
Me and the Two Other Puerto Ricans In the Platoon.

The War Room
This is the planning table where we plan all our missions.

Our Home
Polution Captol of the World - There is an oil burning power plant at our camp

Our Home - 2
The Power Plant

Comments

[Grandma]

Happy Thanksgiving
I was much relieved to see the pictures of you and your 'home'. You are always on our minds and in our hearts and prayer. Your Dad and I were just talking yesterday afternoon, wondering when we would hear something from you again. I expect that it is quite a job to review all incoming and outgoing mail. Can you just imagine how difficult that had to have been during WWII. Believe it or not they read every letter and as evidence there would be holes in the letters where the censors had taken a razor and cut out sentences. I am so happy that you are continuing your Bible study and helping others to become citizens. It is strange how many people are trying so hard to become citizens of this country and have not even given any thought to where they will be citizens for eternity. It's all a matter of priorities I guess. Stay well and know that we love you and are so proud of you, and your family. Grandma

[Amy-Beth]

thanks for the pics and the updates. Happy Thanksgiving.

[Dad]

Happy Thanksgiving Son
Happy Thanksgiving son, I hope your sight arrived already. You are in my prayers daily.

[Grampa Erskine]

Three Puerto Ricans
Three Puerto Ricans in Iraq at the same time!!!! Wow! no wonder some people in the Middle East want the Ugly American to get out of Iraq. Hey guy! we all love you and pray for ALL of you; IF you can send me (email) some pics of you and some of the guys. Our church is getting together a big box to send to you all. Any special requests I will try to honer it. Like mostiure management t-shirts (sizes) Socks , etc.God Bless!!!! The Scottsman [e-mail]

[Dad]

Nice to see ...
Those 12 gage shells on that table... Very nice. Makes me feel better. I know it isn't that simple, but both you and I know how I feel about shotguns. Keep one around please. Dad

[halefg]

God Bless
I came across your blog(s) and I just want to say thank you for everything you've done for our nation. Please be safe out there, and be back soon. I definitely be interested in knowing your progress there in Iraq (one of my fraternity brother was deployed and has been back from Iraq last year). Your experience in Iraq is one of the kind. I will be visiting Puerto Rico in January, and I will make the trip as a tribute for y'all sacrifices. Take it easy, man. - Halef, Atlanta, GA.

[Retired Marine]

Thank you!
If I were young enough to join you I would be kicking the Army doors down to help out! I thank you for protecting my freedom and if there is anything I could send in a Care package, please let me know. I served two tours in Vietnam and think I understand what you are up against. Even though you are Army, I saulute you with a big Semper Fi from the Marine Corps! [e-mail]

[Janice]

Mom of a soldier at Iskan
Hi Tony- You might know my son Spc Eric B there (somewhere it said not to put whole names)... he emailed today and said that he led the worship there today (sunday)... so I hope you two know each other and can encourage one another! He loves to share the gospel with others as well. It is so encouraging to see other believers there- as a band of brothers. I have been praying for your safety and all the men at your base everyday though I have never met you. We are grateful for your service and your desire to serve God and country. We at home can never say thank-you enough. I wish you the best of Christmas there- and know you are all in our thoughts and prayers! Love, Eric's mom from Oregon :)

[Pilgrim]

I Know Eric
He is in my company. He is a good man. You should be proud of your son. I'm proud to be his friend. Small world. I'll have to remember to tell him that I heard from you. God Bless you.

[Grampa]

Just Hi!!!
Tony this ole man is very proud of you and I know what you are going thru. If I would have trusted God when I was in Korea, instead of myself, there is no doubt in my mind that I would not have come home a total mess. After I came home I always new something was wrong with me and it took me twenty years to finally realize that I needed to put God first. As soon as I did put God first my healing began and it's an ever day process so -- Keepon Keepin On for Jesus!! Love Grampa