Making a Splash...

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Galen Hutchins, 37, from Dallas, Texas uses the optics on his weapon to look for trip-wires during a joint patrol with Iraqi police in Abu Sayda, 90 kilometers (60 miles) north of Baghdad in Iraq's volatile Diyala province on Friday, July 11, 2008. Staff Sgt. Hutchins and his comrades from Bravo Battery, Fires Squadron, Second Stryker Cavalry Regiment searched for clues into the death of a man who was killed when he opened a booby-trapped gate in his orchard.
(AP Photo/Maya Alleruzzo)

Evening...

I am ready for the weekend - how 'bout you? There was one interesting article from the news hounds today that I thought you might find interesting. This one is concerning to say the least...

AP: 'Lob bombs' biggest worry for US in Baghdad

Also, a fresh video from SGT Christina Harwell of the 14th Public Affairs Detachment as she follows the work of the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment in the Diyala province. CPT Brian Meager, Essential Services Lead Officer, 2nd SCR provides the insight on the support to Iraqis as they test newly repaired water pumps.

The full 12-minute video can be viewed here...enjoy!

Hang tough Chris and keep taking care of business buddy. We are praying for you and the entire 2nd SCR!

I remember your sacrifice and courage...

v/r,
- Collabman