I'm not sure of the altitude in Yemen, where Alice and Dale are currently posted, but they do get to some folks "in high places."

Dale crafted a little stool for Mrs. Clinton, since she's on the short side, so that she could get more easily into the Embassy Suburban. And Alice commented that she's warm, friendly, down-to-earth, and very approachable.
Alice and Dale do indeed lead an interesting life. At least it looks that way to some of us!!