So following the theme of Sam's recent post, I labeled mine in three part style. So I ate fried ants today, they had some lemongrass and seasoning for flavor, but yeah, it was just fried ants. I fed an elephant, which is not as normal as it would seem. Every time it puts its trunk up to it's mouth, it comes away with a ton of elephant spit which is kinda gross. Oh yeah, and after the Thai guy was done boxing the 10 foot long king cobra, he put it around my neck for a photo op. I've got a good picture of my smiling face about 12 inches from his. I'll post it if I'm able.
In case I forgot to mention, I'm in some crazy little town in Thailand, and babysitting about 500 marines, navy, and air force. I'm basically here to make sure nobody bombs the hell out of them, or shoots them, or anything like that. This is the cool part of the job, and since the terrorism threat is pretty low in the northern part of the country (though it's very high in the south) I'm not too stressed out. Thus the playing with ants, elephants, and cobras. Oh, and yesterday on my day off I went to the temple where they fimled the movie "Mortal Combat." It's not bad.
Ax, I very honestly feel your pain with the Marines. And I have to say I'm pretty proud of you kicking his/their ass. Those guys are insane and pretty well traned (to fight at leat). You make me proud (and after working with these guys for two weeks, I don't doubt your version of events one bit). Oh, and if you wind up in Charleston, I'll still be there for at least 5 months, and if you're with the team, my girlfriend will probably be the one who hooks you up with a place to live unless she changes jobs.
Sam, glad to hear things are going well and that you have options, however difficult figuring out what the hell you're going to do may be. I'm thinking it's going to be law school for me in two or three years also. Probably heading to Chicago; good schools, so take a look.
Chris, sorry again I missed you at Christmas. My uncle in Aurora died a few days ago, and I'm heading in to see my cousins (and to be my cousin's Confirmation sponsor) on about 17 Feb, so if you're around we can see if we can catch a beer on that trip.
Pat, I looked at the pictures from out excursion. I was particularly happy with the one of the "Speed Limit 14" sign. I'll let you know when I'm back in the state.
As for the girl... we'll see how it works out, but it's pretty good for now. She's also a 5'11" blonde who used to be in beauty pageants. That doesn't hurt things any. If any of you get the chance to visit Charleston, I'm sure you'll get to meet her.
That's about it for now, from Thailand. I'll be checking in from time to time, so keep letting me know what's up. I'll see what I can do about any Axford-esque stories.
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Oh ya...forgot that you'd be back in Charleston. I think there's a pretty good shot that I'd be playing there at one point this year. And that is ridiculously ridiculous that you're extra tall girlfriend is the one that sets up the dudes with homes and such. What a small world this really is! Anywho, when I find out where I'm heading for the season I'm sure you're blonde beauty will know...and tell her to set me up with something awesome...but low in rent...hahahaha! And as for your story, I would much rather eat ants, feed elephants, and hang out with a king cobra than have a Marine sucker attack me again!!! Take care buddy and kick a Marine in the nuts for me when he's sleeping!
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You're girlfriend sounds gross.
(Sorry, but i don't have time for more than 4 word comments. I'll try to post a cool story soon!)
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