Dear Friends,
The first week here at Benning was that of extremes. I started off being extremely lonely due to the transition, then I was extremely busy being Squad Leader (in charge of 12 people), and finally I have become extremely excited to start training this next week. We'll be doing an introduction to hand-to-hand combatives and an introduction to more advanced rifle marksmanship. My platoon is becoming closer, and I've already found a church and a Bible Study. I'm being stretched, but it's exactly what I need.
Another note-worthy announcement is that I got to see the Cubs play the Braves in Atlanta on Saturday with some guys from my training unit. It was a sold-out crowd, and even though the Cubies lost it was an awesome experience.
It will be hot and humid in Georgia this summer so please pray a few things for my platoon and I. First please pray that my platoon will be safe and not fall victim to the weather or training. Pray also that I will maintain a good positive attitude during all my training. I have 2 goals here at Ft. Benning. I never want to be caught complaining. I also want to maintain faith in my abilities...not being afraid to fail or to accept challenges. Ultimately I want to be different...representing Jesus to a bunch of people who are desperate for Him...they just might not know it yet. Laters!
P.S. My mailing address is listed below...
2LT David Fahs
D Co. 1/11
BOLC II 1st Platoon
BLDG 2839
Fort Benning, GA 31905
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Dave,
Thanks for your update.
My older brother, Fred, was stationed @ Benning in 1955. Although he was a cook, all of his men survived. He has recipes for 400, in case you're interested.
Milt
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