Inauguration

Tomorrow we will inaugurate Barak Obama as President of the United States of America. While some of my fellow conservatives might be surprised, I am excited and hope to witness the Oath of Office on the Armed Forces Network here in Iraq. No, I didn't vote for him, but it makes little difference at this point who I voted for. Tomorrow it will be President Barak Obama who is sworn in as our 44th President. The President of the United States deserves our respect and support. These are tough times and tough decisions will have to be made.
That's one reason I did like George W. so much. He was never afraid to make the tough decisions. He didn't seem to care about the poles, just doing the right thing for the American people. President Obama comes into office during very troubling times and will need all the help he can get. The economy is a mess and getting worse. We are engaged in war in two different countries and there are signs of trouble brewing in others. What a heavy burden it must be to assume responsibility for the most powerful Nation in the world during these times. Well then, why am I excited?
I am excited because, political affiliation aside, America will make history tomorrow by electing her first black President. I don't know about you, but as troubled as this world still is I find comfort in the fact that we have come this far regarding race in our country. Today MLK would be celebrating one special birthday. I am certain he is smiling in heaven, but also hoping and praying that we continue to reconcile our differences. I am also excited because there is always something alluring about change. After 8 years we have a new President who has the opportunity to guide us in a new and more prosperous direction. Only time will tell if it works out that way, but for now I choose to hope and pray for his success. I can't imagine anyone wanting our President to fail, but I am sure there are. That is why I ask you all to pray for the Obama's and our country. The President needs our prayers. Prayers for protection and prayers for wisdom and for seeking God's guidance in all he does.
I just hope we can unite together and all share in this exciting time in our history. Don't forget the bottom line...God is in control. Assurance of that should leave us with little to worry about.

Back In Iraq

Hey guys! It's now been a little over a week and I am settled in again in my temporary home. I can't say I am glad to be here, but I can thank God for the opportunity he has given me along with the employment. It saddens me to think of the financial stress many of those I care for back home are having to endure right now. My prayers are with you all and especially with those out of work right now.
Here the work is plentiful. Not necessarily for me all the time, but for our soldiers the work is never done. I wish I could send you the long list of projects they are working on for the people of Iraq. I know I have shared some of what they do, but you would still be amazed at the rest of the story as Paul Harvey always says. These guys and girls are the best in my humble opinion.
As for me, every day is a blessing and a sacrifice. I miss my Nancy and the kids so much, but I know God is blessing us in ways we may not be able to understand just yet. I will hold on to that belief and to the faith I have that He never, ever makes a mistake or does anything without a purpose. After all, "Everything got started in him and finds its purpose in him." Colossians 1:16
Keep believing and never doubt that God is in control.
God bless you all