I'm Halfway Across the World Update

Oh hi Mediterranean Sea!

Hello all my stateside friends that I rarely talk to now (Call me on Skype... maybe???)  So, obviously, a lot of things you've heard and seen on the television or radio, etc about Turkey in over the summer, well, things are simmering down now.  So it's slowly relaxing back down from all the crazy events next door in Syria; however, when that has been happening, I've still been able to enjoy Turkey when I can.

So how am I doing you are all wondering, one word: FANTASTIC!  Everything is going well over here for me.  I enjoy the quirks of Turkey and its culture, my only regret is not knowing enough of its language.

Everything that I learned over the years at some point in my short Air Force career has been put to the test.  Each stage of my past has in some way prepared me for the moment to charge head-on into the scene of any issue without much reservation.  I know I felt lost after leaving camp back in 2009 and here in Incirlik AB, I've rediscovered the passionate fire that drove me back during the summer of 2008; however, I admit that passion is much stronger than I remembered it.  My sense of humor is cranked up to 110% over here and I'm barely without a smile at any given time.  At times, I did wish you guys were here, but at least you are all here in spirit. 

I've began to discover what I am truly capable of, and using my honing my strengths to the best of my knowledge.  I haven't quite found the mentor that can continue to advise me over here, but I believe I have some solid prospects that I've seen recently.  All in all, my personal advancement and volunteering are on a solid foundation not seen in a few years.



So, how is Turkey?  It's definitely a place that your perspective will decide what you make of it.  Obvious things are a pain in the ass here (like my current car registration that has taken about three months so far)... but the people are friendly.

I've yet to visit Istanbul or Izmir; however, those trips are being planned for the near future as part of seeing Turkey.  With the purchase of the Subaru Legacy now, I can be more able to drive to places that were not quite possible before without a logistical headache (although I cannot stress enough this registration process is a pain in the ass). 

CASTLE! YAY!

Also, if you have seen my recent work on the new squadron T-shirt, it's the best return to art  since the camp map.  I know I haven't been dabbling in art as much I use to since camp, but I've wished for the opportunity to bring back a sleeping talent.

I have to admit that I haven't rested on my laurels too much since getting here and been on "go-go" mode for quite sometime.  I have realized that I have neared burnout recently, but I cannot let up for another few weeks until I put away the last set of the CDCs.


I've been here nearly 7 months and in some ways I miss the states, and in other ways I do not miss the USA.  I do miss you all and do think of everyone often, I may never say it or directly here it from me, but you are all in my thoughts and prayers.  I do love to see how all your lives are progressing from whenever I've met you and/or talked to you.

Best Regards,

Quest