08 August 2007

You Know that You Have Been in Afghanistan Too Long...

From the lists the are made anywhere soldiers congregate... the items listed are all too true. A few of my favorites.

You know that you have been in Afghanistan too long if:
  • Driving on the sidewalk is normal.
  • You get upset that you don't get Soviet Surplus Frequent Flyer Miles.
  • Driving through the "Traffic Circles of Death" has lost its thrill.
  • You aren't alarmed when every second person you see has a gun... or 2... or 3.
  • You say "It feels cooler today" and find out that it is 100.
  • A shower with water that is neither too cold nor too hot and contains no diesel fuel or sewage is a priceless unattainable luxury.
  • You get excited by the presence of clouds.
  • No matter what dead animal you are eating, it will be flavored with curry.
  • Scamming a third can of soda makes you feel like you got even with someone.

More to follow...

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