FJ Cruisers of Northern California

Hi..It has been a while

To everyone on the forum. I would like to say HI, and sorry for not posting sooner. I have had nothing but internet and phone issues since I got to Afghanistan.

I have been on three different bases in three months. It has been hectic to say the least.

Hector, I started in Bagram, moved to Kandahar, and now Howz E Madad. It is a couple of klicks from the Iron City, where the Taliban was born. It gets pretty sporty here. We have internet down often from soldier losses.

Last week we had an attack that made national news. We have had at one time, no showers for five days due to lack of water, and a sign on the DFAC (Dining FACility) that read "DFAC will open one half hour late due to bullets flying around the FOB (Forward Operating Base).

I will post some pics when I can.

I wish I could go on some of the trips you folks go on, but I live vicariously through your adventures.

When I get back for sure!!!

Best Wishes

Robert Betteridge

Yellow FJ

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Permalink Reply by FJ4 Tahoe on September 3, 2010 at 8:46am

Good Luck and stay safe Robert!

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Permalink Reply by Robert Betteridge on September 3, 2010 at 9:32pm

Thanks FJ4 Tahoe..will do.

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Permalink Reply by Ranger Jim on September 3, 2010 at 10:27am

Thanks for doing what you guys and gals are over there doing for us back in the states and the world. Be safe, be bad ass, and a trail run and beers are in order for your return home.

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Permalink Reply by Robert Betteridge on September 3, 2010 at 9:33pm

Thanks Ranger Jim,
I look forward to a trail run and beer when I get back!!

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Permalink Reply by 5AND5TORM on September 3, 2010 at 12:01pm

I'll make some dust for you brother. The good kind, made from good ol' US soil.

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Permalink Reply by Robert Betteridge on September 3, 2010 at 9:35pm

5AND5TORM,
Thanks, I would like to see something other than the dust here...home dust sounds great!!

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Permalink Reply by MoreFJland on September 3, 2010 at 12:57pm

Thanks for your service Robert. You stay damn safe out there!!! My brother-in-law had two tours in Irag & also took part in the 1st Iragi war with the 82nd. He signed his retirement papers two days ago after 20+ years. Him & my wifes sister just moved to Reno & she signed up on NorCal yesterday. Definately need to have a trail run & beers for your return.

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Permalink Reply by Robert Betteridge on September 3, 2010 at 9:37pm

MoreFJland,
Glad to hear he made it home OK..and I thank him for his service. Trail run and beers..woohoo!!

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Permalink Reply by ray gates on September 3, 2010 at 2:04pm

stay safe, keep your head down make it back soon. Thanks for your service.

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Permalink Reply by Robert Betteridge on September 3, 2010 at 9:38pm

ray gates,
will do!

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Permalink Reply by potatomutato on September 3, 2010 at 2:52pm

hey, Robert! great to hear from you. was wondering what you have been up to. stay safe...looking forward to sharing some suds with you again and hopefully hit a trail or two.