[Nyles]

Well, after 8 of the longest and shittiest months of my life, today I finally left Afghanistan. 4 days decompression in Cyprus and I'll be home by weeks end, with a bar on my tour medal for long service and a commander's coin for doing my job above and beyond expectations. It was utter hell at points, and I'm glad it's over, but I do feel a curious sense of accomplishment.