Israel 5,
March 18, 2024,
Hi Everyone,
I woke up to nice weather and had breakfast in the main dining room. We had flag raising and everyone sang Hatikva. The army girls then presented us with our volunteer, blue shoulder straps that we wear proudly on the base. They then give you the customary light punch on the shoulder welcoming you as a member of the IDF. Wow.
We were given our daily tasks. Yesterday I was Director of Quality Control of medical supplies, including medicines. It is a nice we of saying that I separated supplies that were out dated from supplies that were still good and then re-packaged them. Today, I was Quartermaster of the Medical Supply Distribution. This means that I packed certain items in plastic bags to be used by the medic team on the battlefield. Today I brought my radio to work and to the delight of the Israelis, we listened to Elvis and 60s music.
After finishing work at 4:00, I ran a 5k around the base in about 35 minutes.
After supper our army girls ran an Israeli based discussion to hear our views of Israel and for them to tell us theirs. It was thought provoking.
Love,
Brian
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