Eyes of Hope

Well it's been a while since I've updated my blog. I feel I have the routine of the job down. Sometimes I can't believe that I'm in Afghanistan. It's almost like I put it out of my mind that I'm here. Yesterday I had the opportunity to meet some native people to this country. It's crazy, on base there are tons and tons of what we call TCN's. Which means Third Country Nationals, they work in the Dining facilities, laundry, the list goes on and on. It seems that most are from the Philippines and India. They all seem to be very happy with their employment and it makes you even feel better that they are so happy to be here, so it keeps you upbeat. So back to what the locals I meet. They were working on a construction project and I took a box of pop tarts over to give to them. At first they didn't see that I had them, but as soon as I started handing them out they came running up to me. 2 of them wanted two and it worked out perfectly that I
had enough. I then took some pics with them. When I meet these men they seemed so nice and hopeful for their country. I hope and pray that this country will eventually settle into some time of normalcy to where the people of this country can live peaceful and not in fear. I personally don't believe this country will ever have the absolute freedoms that we are privileged to have, however I hope its better. I've attached a picture of the gentlemen I meet. I've also attached a photo that made my week. This handsome young man is my son. When I see that my kids are happy, it makes it all worth it. Its truly something how your world changes when you have kids…..I'm so blessed.