Day 141 -Just sitting enjoying the night with some friends on a bench much like this one. It’s all about perspective. -JANUARY 24
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Day 140
Day 140 -Tonight the old guys went on a photo adventure visiting the Djibouti Grand Canyon for some moonlit shots. No gift shops, hotels, or even a sign here. It was nice to get out in the bush, but a little scary. It mad for an interesting photo. -JANUARY 23
Day 139
Day 139 -Another bug shot this time of a caterpillar. I’ve been eying them for a week or so. I love the colors and the texture. -JANUARY 22
Day 138
Day 138 -It’s Africa! What are you expecting a picture of, a chiwawa? There’s a wildlife refuge not too far from the base. They’re not quite the same as an American zoo. Just a little bit of wire, and here they open the gates to have you go in to see some of the animals. […]
Day 137
Day 137 -The band Anberlin was at that base tonight. They’re pretty good and as you can see, really got into it. Lots of energy, good tunes, and of course skinny jeans. It’s always nice to hear live music. And Happy Birthday Mom -JANUARY 20
Day 136
Day 136 -Here’s the sign to my office and it always remind me of MASH. However, no luck on getting a still in the tent. -JANUARY 19
Day 135
Day 135 -Another night out bug hunting with Joe and his macro set up. He knew about this grasshopper and it turned out very nice. There were some others to choose from, but I suspect you’ll see them soon. -JANUARY 18
Day 134
Day 134 -Needed a boost of vitamin C, which inspired this photo. I really wish I could have gotten Naked though. -JANUARY 17
Day 132
Day 132 -Today was a little tough, but also hopeful. We went out with some ARMY guys to help with a program to provide light to people that live in shacks with no electricity. This is a Somali refugee camp and the poverty here is overwhelming. I’m confident that the work being done by the […]
Day 131
Day 131 -Out in town for dinner and some of those leaving wanted to do some shopping. Lots of cool African stuff to look at. Also lots of people bugging us for all kinds of stuff. -JANUARY 14