The Army was conducting some sort of operation outside the walls last night. And they were so sneaky about it. At dinner none of the infantry showed up, but a bunch of humvees were lined up behind the mess hall to pick up take-away dinners. Then I saw the whole line of gun trucks and Bradleys all lined up ready to go next to the Gate. And about 8:00 PM, they passed the word that everyone had to don full gear at 0200. Like THAT's not a tip off. Jeez...

All I know is that I was asleep at 0200. There were some explosions about 0220, but not a lot of small arms fire... I just rolled over, checked the time, & fell back asleep.