And life goes on...

Day by day we continue to find ourselves going through our daily routine and marking off another day on our calendars.  I realize its been a couple of weeks since my last post.  I'm shooting for one per week but it doesn't always work out that way.  Internets too slow, working too much, don't feel like it....whatever the case may be, there are times that I just don't get on here.  However, I am glad to report that while we have continued to remain busy, we are safe and sound here at Salerno.  I hope this post finds all of you doing well also.  Another reason that I don't post on here more is because of the sensorship that is involved.  Sometimes there are things that I would love to tell you, but operational security prohibits me from posting such things on the internet.  I'm sure that you all understand that safety comes first.  Just know that we are providing not only America's sons and daughters, but the Afghanistan soldiers as well with the best medical care they will ever see in any theatre.  No words can come close to explaining the overwhelming sense of accomplishment that rushes through your body when you package a patient up and send them off to far forward care, or when you prepare their discharge paperwork to prepare them to return to duty.  Some of the injuries we see here are unbelievable.  What ends up being more unbelievable is the care they are given and the outcome of the entire situation.  The entire crew, from the flight medics, to the surgeons, the support staff, the medical team, all the way down to the interpreters, are amazing.  Thank you all for the support you give to us, whether it be by visiting a blogsite and stating your support, to sending packages through various support groups to service members that you don't even know.  All of these things are appreciated far more than words can ever describe.  As the clock continues ticking, our time here begins to wind down.  We are all getting excited at the thought of heading back home to our families, friends, and our homes.  However, a part of me will always remain here.  You pour so much of your heart and soul into the team you are with, the people you meet, and the place you call home for any given period of time.  Part of that will not leave with you.  Part of it will stay here forever and reflect for future generations.  Thank you all again for the support you show.  Until next time....SFC Jeffries...out!