Adam arrives in Iraq

Hey everyone, Again thank you for the emails and prayers, your words of encouragement are always welcome as these times can be trying more than not. This past Thursday, I beleive, we made our 30 min helicopter ride from Camp Beuring in Kuwait to Camp Bucca in the very sothern part of Iraq. Our mission as a unit is still to run the Iraq Correctional Officer Training Academy (ICOTA). Currently I am assinged as the ICOTA Administrative NCO (non-commisioned officer). I was told by my command that I was chosen for the position due to my "outstanding organizational skills." So thats good, anyway its a great job because I provide logistical support the ICOs (Iraqi correctional officers) as they train each other through out the work week. My possition keeps me behind a desk, in air conditioning, with free internet access (which is huge over here) and the ability to calll home on my DSN line (a secure phone line the army sets up). So the position definately has its perks. Although to say we dont know how long we will be in our current positions, due to the continued changing needs of the Army. So i will definately enjoy it while I am in the position. We are currently living in 11 man tents, on cots. We are supposed to be upgraded in housing to "Pods", which are little appartments for two personel. This move is supposed to take place in around a month or so. Luckily the tents have AC, which is great cause the high right now is around 110 degrees. Please again feel free to email, now more than ever, as I am able to respond daily. Thank you again for all the support and prayers-Adam Rogers