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Lance Cpl. Joshua Phillips, with the 3rd Battalion, 6th Marines, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, Camp Lejeune, N.C., was based in Kandahar, Afghanistan, during Operation Enduring Freedom. His family lives in Pelham, Ala.

Hey there!

How are y’all doing? I’m fine and in good health. Right now I’m sitting outside my fighting position at Kandahar International Airport. We moved into Afghanistan about six days ago now. We are setting a defensive perimeter around the airfield so that we can get support in and land C-130s and C-5s.

The weather is warm during the day and very cold at night, but we’ll manage. I’m not sure when we’re getting out of here. I’ve heard as early as Dec. 28 and as late as Jan. 20. But the happy medium that they seem to be sticking with is Jan. 10. Tell Brittney I love and miss her. I can’t wait to get back on ship and give y’all a call! I love y’all so much and miss you just as much. Take care of yourselves and the critters and don’t worry too much! I love y’all! Take care!

Love,
Josh

      


    
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