Cindy Wrote: Here's one for you - "Afghanistan, believed to be sitting on top of billions of dollars worth of minerals and energy sources, has extracted oil for the first time and plans to pump a modest 800 barrels a day, officials said on Thursday."

Laurie wrote:

Did anyone else see this article?

"A valley in north central Afghanistan is somewhat of a phenomenon. Why Vermont Guard troops call Panjshir a model for the rest of the country."