Thanksgiving in the Baghdad Embassy Annex

Much to be thankful for. We are safe and sound, though it is a dangerous place. Violence is down though AG-I and sectarian militias still threaten. Economy here is picking up. Weather is fine. Etc. Yes, it is most useful to pause and give thanks. Sadly, many are working all day though it is a day off. As for me, well, took some notes at a meeting, but now off to change into casual clothes and prepare to gorge myself on turkey and fixings.