Military TV

We are...blessed...to have access to the American Military TV and Radio stations. We get one movie channel, one news (which shows various programs from all networks), one sports channel and a few other channels that show the most popular shows in the States. (Biggest Loser, Lost, etc.) And about every 5 minutes you see at least one guy in uniform...but I would say it is closer to 10 uniforms per minute between the commercials, newscasters and news stories.

The commercials are the best! Imagine high school students making public service announcements that are only aired once or twice a show. So fewer, lower quality ads but much more informative and helpful. And because it is military most of them have to do with "your military benefits" and "protect your assets" with "Major Savings." He is my favorite even though most of his tips are pretty basic. (Protect your identity, plan for retirement, etc.)

While this is all very interesting it wouldn't be blog-worthy if it weren't for the news I'm watching right now! 5 minutes ago the "news" was how fast a specific base in who knows where can unload 4 helicopters from a massive airplane (less than 3 hours in case you were wondering).

But the very best part: they were just covering the oil spill in the Gulf Coast and expert commentary was provided by guess who?!?!?! "BILL NYE the Science Guy! Bill! Bill! Bill! Bill!" Oh, it will be so sad to someday return to normal TV.