I have been back in the US for a little over a month. It has been much more hectic than I first thought. In Iraq, everything was provided for me and there were precious few competing distractions for my time. I have come to realize the amount of time I spend maintaining; car, house, computers, career, relationships. Life was much simpler in Iraq (but much more boring) than here in the US. My senses were overwhelmed the first couple of weeks after I returned by the amount of activities, sights and sounds. While the rest of the world was flying by at a breakneck pace, I was struggling to find my clothes and possessions. It's disconcerting to go from a small stand up locker and plastic footlocker to an entire house full of possessions.
But, I have adjusted and have started to get back into the swing of things. I hear from my friends in Iraq from time to time. Things seem to be going fairly well in the run up to the elections later this month. I have read reports that the US presence may be extended depending on the results of the election.
I have started another blog concerning technology and my experiences in the IT field, http://midnightmustang.typepad.com/living_with_the_oracle/
It is technical in nature and focused toward computer and technology enthusiasts.
just as you were coming home my 29-year-old nephew was leaving for Iraq. He's there now - guarding the Embassy last I heard.
Posted by: jen | March 11, 2010 at 06:46 PM
Jen, if your nephew is at the embassy, he is in a good spot. The Marines fall under the Department of State and have a much higher quality of life than the rest of the military. They can drink and have their own comfortable quarters. it should be a great assignment for him.
Posted by: MidnightMustang | March 25, 2010 at 03:36 PM