All Secure Here in Kabul

This is the very nice soldier/gentleman who goes out of his way to help Asa and I when we're in the Ministry. He's obviously quite poor in material ways, but most generous in his kindness toward us.

Okay then... yesterday, election day. You probably get more news than I do, but I do know there were continuous attacks throughout Afghanistan yesterday which may prove a win for the insurgents. Kabul took a few "hits" but all and all from my understanding, the polls stayed open. A win for the good guys.

Here's an update from yesterday's blog:

• It now appears I slept through most of the earthquake. The guys told me it hit for about 40 seconds and rocked the house... I woke up at the very tale end. And, I'm on the 2nd floor of the house which I'm told REALLY rocked. Guess I sleep better than I realize.
• The rocket/mortar hit pretty close to our secured compound. However, there are so many high antiballistic barrier walls between me and the explosion there was literally no damage anywhere near me. Unlike the earthquake though, it woke me up hard.

Off to work again today, as usual. However, I believe the roads are still "black" for us which means no travel to the ministry. Catching up on all kinds of paperwork and meetings.

Hi Ho Hi Ho It's Off to ......

Peace be with you all,

GAIL