Thanks for the writings by Cpl Tim. They truly reflect what our men and women in uniform represent. For so many entrenched "safe" people in this country, they have not a clue as to the underlining goodness inherit in those that serve, often sign up during a national crisis, war, etc.. So many spoiled lame brained dumbed down parents and children inhabit this land with not a clue as to what Cpl Tim writes about, that is for sure. I wonder just how many people say teenager and up while viewing pictures of our fallen heros on the boob tube and in newspapers etc., wonder for even a minute of just what kinds of individuals these fallen heros are. They serve with honor and un-yielding commitment, not found elsewhere in this society. We salute them and we who know, shall never forget the sacrifices these men and women make. As for the anti-war protestors. It has to be expected. As in every war this country has fought, they always appear sooner or later.