As we wrap up our time in Camp Taji - I find myself torn. I am really ready to go home, but I've grown close to the members of the 165th. It's amazing how quickly friendships evolve - especially in the middle of a war. I really think I've made lifetime-friends at Camp Taji.

Colonel Beau Bradford invited Eric and I into a super-secret meeting. Of course - we didn't get to stay for the "super-secret" part. haha. However, at the beginning, he called us up - and recognized us as the first news media outlet to visit Camp Taji. He gave us both certificates, army caps, LA National Guard pocket knives, and LA National Guard commemorative coins. We were truly touched.

Everyone at home can really be proud of our men and women in uniform. We captured more stories than we'll be able to air during our time in Iraq, so plan to see some more stories when I return to our studios.

As always - thanks for checking out the blog, and thank you for your support. When I return home (and have all of my paperwork together) I'll post the mailing address for our soldiers at Camp Taji. It's truly moving to see how excited they get when they get packages and notes in the mail - so, I'll post their information so anyone at home who may want to send something can.
To the 165th: thank you for what you do, and thank you for being such wonderful hosts.

I feel so fortunate to have met you all.