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Married in the service

Married in the service

He was looking for something to break the ice with her. He first noticed her during mobilization training at Camp Ripley, Minn., and wanted to get to know her, but needed a way in. One day, he noticed she had a bootlace out and decided this would be a perfect conversation starter. This on-the-spot correction to her uniform, however, did not have the desired effect and he felt disappointed after the encounter. “All I know is, (a … Read entire article »

Filed under: Marriage in the Military, Military

USO Opens R&R Oasis in Basrah Desert

The familiar refrain of “There’s nothing to do around here after work” will hopefully be a thing of the past with the opening of a new center for rest and relaxation. The local United Service Organizations (USO) office and the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) coordinator for 34th Red Bull Infantry Division are teaming up to create an oasis in the middle of the Basrah desert for servicemembers and civilians to escape the pressure of operations. Sarah McConnell, USO director here, said the center, housed in a former dining hall, already has undergone a “soft opening,” meaning there are some services already available. “We have 13 Internet stations set up already, along with 18 phone lines for people to call home,” McConnell said. “Both services are free of charge to anyone who uses … Read entire article »

Filed under: Iraq, Military, War on Terror