I got the offer this afternoon and I immediately accepted it. It is amazing how my life changed instantaneously! So, the count down begins and 45 days from now (give or take) I will find myself in the middle of the desert and calling Camp Arifjan my new home.
Ok, let me got back and explain what I am doing. About a month ago I was introduced to an awesome lady who works for Central Texas College here in Naples, Italy. We got to talking and she informed me of some great job opportunities located “downrange,” which for you non-Army people refers to the Middle East (mostly). After picking her brain and doing A LOT of research myself, I told her I was interested in trying to get one of the downrange positions. So, after some application hurdles and phone interviews, I was offered a Counselor Aide position at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait! I will be working with our soldiers and helping them achieve their scholastic goals. I will be deployed for 6 months and will be living and interacting with our troops on a daily basis. I will more or less confine to the Camp for security and safety reasons.
Now, around the end of January I am heading north to Germany to do training for my position as a Counselor and also to train with the Army in a mini survival course. Everyone who goes downrange has to complete this course, whether they are military or contractors. From what I hear, I will be rolling around in the mud, shooting weapons and I guess learning how to protect myself incase something happens.
So, I will leave you with that… my adventure has begun and I am completely excited! This blog is for me and for anyone who wants to share my experience with me. Hope you all enjoy!
Morgan and I behind the bar!!!
What lovely girls... (from left, Sarah,Morgan,Kim,Kelly,Me)
Morgan and I, never a dull moment.
My new Italian friends helping us celebrate!! (from left, Sarah,Luigi,Me,Marco)
Cheers to all! Enjoying a shoot on the house... what a cool owner! 
