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Doug talks about Afghanistan Without a Clue.

Question: What are three things your readers probably do not know about you?

1. I played on an 8th Division German soccer team, SV Spesbach. It sounds really impressive, but it was just my village’s team. I did have a blast though.
2. I hate vegetables.
3. Once I retire, I will never work in a cubicle again.

Question: How long have you been blogging and why did you get into blogging?

A friend actually suggested it. He sent me a copy of the book “Killing Time.” I was inspired to try blogging myself. I started in August of 2007, and have pretty much written a post every day since.

Question: What is your military experience?

I have served 18 years in the Air Force as first a Logistics Plans and then as a Logistics Readiness Officer.

Question: What are some of your other favorite Milblogs?

Mudville Gazette and Milblogging.com. I like to use them to check out other blogs.

Question: What has been the biggest factor in helping you create and publish a successful blog?

Whether or not it’s successful or not, I can’t say. For $49 a year, anyone can have a blog, at least through my provider.

However, I have enjoyed writing and sharing my experiences. Being in Afghanistan has been like going to another planet. The stories write themselves; I just have to live my life. I think that is the appeal of my blog to those who read it. I’m just an average guy in an extraordinary situation with fascinating characters. It could be the next M*A*S*H.

Question: Do you have anything else you would like us to mention about you, your blog, or your readers?

I am incredibly thankful for every reader I have. They are the reason I write. Hopefully I can do a small part to increase understanding, validate our reasons for being here, and maintain progress towards building a stable and peaceful Afghanistan.

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