Merik
04-08-2004, 03:03 PM
Thought I would post some good news for a change around here.
Soldier, Mom Serve Together in Iraq
By Pfc. Alma H. Barrus
Army News Service
April 1, 2004
BAGHDAD, Iraq -- For most Soldiers serving in Iraq, the only contact they have with their families is to write letters and e-mails or go to the phone center.
One lucky Soldier in the 2nd Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, has recently been getting to see his mother in person almost daily at Camp Victory, Baghdad.
"I was told I would be working out of the Baghdad International Airport, and later I found out that I would be staying at Camp Victory," said Department of the Army Civilian Sheila Lowell, working for the Army Materiel Command. "And, I said I think I know someone who's there."
Shelia is the mother of Sgt. Matthew Lowell, 2nd Platoon, 545th Military Police Company, who arrived in Iraq in January.
"AMC said they needed help with accountability for the contractors when I was at Fort Monmouth, N.J., and I volunteered to go and eventually got here," she said.
After arriving in Baghdad March 21 and inprocessing, Shelia got to see her son that evening. Both are based at Camp Victory.
"I love the military life wherever I go … and being able to see my son is a true blessing," said she.
Shelia was scheduled to remain in country for about four months, but that may change.
"We're still not sure if she is staying here with (Baghdad International Airport) closing down … but the chances that we would even run into each other over here is pretty slim, and we're thankful for it," Matthew said.
Military service is an integral part of the Lowell family. Shelia grew up as an "Army brat" and served in the Army 30 years ago. Her husband, Bill Lowell, retired in 1988, after serving 22 years in the Army. He worked in Kuwait as a DA civilian a year ago.
Soldier, Mom Serve Together in Iraq
By Pfc. Alma H. Barrus
Army News Service
April 1, 2004
BAGHDAD, Iraq -- For most Soldiers serving in Iraq, the only contact they have with their families is to write letters and e-mails or go to the phone center.
One lucky Soldier in the 2nd Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, has recently been getting to see his mother in person almost daily at Camp Victory, Baghdad.
"I was told I would be working out of the Baghdad International Airport, and later I found out that I would be staying at Camp Victory," said Department of the Army Civilian Sheila Lowell, working for the Army Materiel Command. "And, I said I think I know someone who's there."
Shelia is the mother of Sgt. Matthew Lowell, 2nd Platoon, 545th Military Police Company, who arrived in Iraq in January.
"AMC said they needed help with accountability for the contractors when I was at Fort Monmouth, N.J., and I volunteered to go and eventually got here," she said.
After arriving in Baghdad March 21 and inprocessing, Shelia got to see her son that evening. Both are based at Camp Victory.
"I love the military life wherever I go … and being able to see my son is a true blessing," said she.
Shelia was scheduled to remain in country for about four months, but that may change.
"We're still not sure if she is staying here with (Baghdad International Airport) closing down … but the chances that we would even run into each other over here is pretty slim, and we're thankful for it," Matthew said.
Military service is an integral part of the Lowell family. Shelia grew up as an "Army brat" and served in the Army 30 years ago. Her husband, Bill Lowell, retired in 1988, after serving 22 years in the Army. He worked in Kuwait as a DA civilian a year ago.