We heard from my brother Nathan late last week that he had made it to Kuwait. He will be there for 7-14 days before going on to Iraq. He said it was 100 degrees at 9pm and the high was 120!! I don’t think I’ll be complaining about our long stretch of 100 degree highs anymore. Here’s an excerpt from his note:
"There isn’t much here, just sand and camels. I saw my first camel today when I was going to a meeting. We had to travel from the base to the ranges and there were some bedouans herding camels across the road. Other than that, it’s just sand. It’s very dry here so I drink a lot of water. All of the water is bottled because the local water isn’t good here. The food’s okay. There are 3 dining facilities here and a Subway, Pizza Inn, and Burger King. The food’s alright at the dining facilities. I have run into some people from Nebraska that I know and also some people that I have met through other military experiences."
Isn’t it interesting to hear his report – a Burger King? I never would’ve guessed. I’m struck by the casual tone of his note, like he’s just a guy who has been trasnferred to a new town for work, and technically, that is the case, but we all know that this is not just any ordinary job. I’m very proud of Nathan for his willingness to serve our country and very concerned for his safety and well-being. I’ll try to keep you updated on how he’s doing. He may also start a blog of his own if he finds he has time. Please keep him in your prayers, along with his wife, Trish and their daughter, Morgan. And even though it sounds trite, let’s just go ahead and say a prayer for world peace, too.
For your viewing pleasure, Nathan & Trish have created a web album that includes pictures from Nathan’s adventures in the Middle East as well as Trish & Morgan’s adventures on the home front. Check out the Kane Family Album to get the latest!