Lost in Translation

The US Forces-Iraq Commander, GEN Odierno, visited our installation recently. As part of our duties here, we were tasked with transporting and providing for his safety while he traveled to a local Iraqi installation.

I just thought this was funny. Some things just don't translate well. This place serves either the worst tasting pizza, or the messiest headwear.

This is a shot of me briefing our installation commander prior to GEN Odierno's arrival. I'm not sure who the other guys are. They didn't speak much.

This is the UH-60 Blackhawk that brought our VIP.

And here's our installation commander greeting GEN Odierno.

Ok, time to move out. That's me about to lead the convoy. I didn't even get to meet the guy.

Just a typical "hello" between to Iraqi Police Officers...NOT THAT THERE'S ANYTHING WRONG WITH IT...but that' just how they roll.

Here's a random shot of our guards at one of our checkpoints. They are inspecting the undercarriage of the vehicle.

Here's a shot of one of our guard towers.

Main Street on the FOB.

Another day is over here in Iraq. One day closer to getting home!