BINGO!

Tonight was bingo night, and guess who won the grand prize? That's right,
I rock! Glad I got up early for that.

About the food... It has actually been really good. The trouble with
that is that I tend to eat what is in front of me, and They just keep
servin' it up. Every morning for breakfast there is some sort of fried
meat, hashbrowns, eggs, pancakes, etc. I just don't have that kind of
willpower. Lunch and dinner are the same, but with new desserts every
day. And, I really haven't been good about going to the gym regularly. I
just get bored too easily when I work out by myself. I know I'll pay for
it when I get home (Melanie and Margaret) but I knew it was going to be
like this. The only good thing is now that we are working, I at least get
some physical activity in. My goal is to gain less than five pounds while
I'm out here. Cross your fingers for me.

Yes, it really is that cold here. Today is a little warmer, about -10F,
but the wind is picking up, so that will be fun to deal with. The
exposure suits are a full-body type, with built-in insulation and
flotation. I normally wear a layer of fleece under mine, in addition to
long johns and a sweatshirt. the real problem is keeping my hands and
feet warm. Four layers of gloves, two of which are waterproof, and my
hands still get so gold I can't feel them sometimes. For my feet, just a
couple pairs of heavy socks and insulated, waterproof, steel-toed boots.
For my head, A heavy fleece hat, neck gaiter, and a neoprene face mask do
the job. If I ever get to do this again, I'm bringing ski goggles as
well. Gotta cover everything.

I tried to post some pictures the other day, but for whatever reason I am
unable to do so. When I get back, I will go through and put appropriate
pictures with their postings. So everyone will have to read this crap
twice. : P

Gott a go, it's almost time for mid rats. That's midnight rations, or
leftovers, for those of us that are sleeping during normal chow time. How
thoughtful, more food.
Steve