Though going home is definitely an exciting time, there are certain aspects of Iraq that I will miss. This is definitely not a complete list, but it should provide some insight into the parts of Basra that will be hard to leave behind:
- The comraderie, friends, and knowing that you are never alone
- Structure, schedules, and defintive plans
- Free laundry service, food, fuel, pop
- Workout facilities, with no monthly dues
- No need to worry about what to wear on a given day
- Free travel (even though it is only around southern Iraq and Kuwait)
- Feeeling of job security
- Winter weather, which is quite nice. Note that I will have no trouble leaving behind summer's weather
- Sense of purpose
- The area in general. Despite being a desert, there are many beautiful marshes, structures, etc., that provide a sense of belonging here
- Our Iraqi partners. I know they are in good hands with our replacements, but it will still be bittersweet to know that I may never see them again
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