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November 22, 2007
What I did today
Today, when Brian and I realized we no longer own a meat thermometer, we went to go get one.
As we walked out of our house, we realized that the Iraq Names Project had made it to our block. We went on a nearly futile quest to get a thermometer (sold out everywhere that is open. We ended up with a $20 digital thermometer, which will be o-so-helpful for people who cook meat a maximum of one day per year).
When we got back, I went outside to see if they wanted a cup of tea. Nancy said no, but Dan said he'd like some.
When I brought the tea out, I introduced myself and mentioned that I have been following the project and their progress. I said I was both happy to see them in our neighborhood and sad that they had to make it this far.
Nancy asked if I'd like to help them, and very kindly let me fill in a name or two.
They are very nice people, and the project, as I've mentioned before, is sobering, especially when you look on a map and see how far they've come.
They do this each day, in the morning before work and on the weekends. It's Thanksgiving, and they are out there working on it today.
I'm glad I got to meet them.
Posted by Heather at November 22, 2007 02:35 PM