It should not be a matter in question, but I feel I need to clarify some very important aspects of my beliefs about this war ...
Even though I don't think our men and women belong there, doing what they are doing, I want them safe and sound. Every death diminishes each of us ... each loss is a loss to all of us, not just "the nation" and not just the families and friends. If I were asked to go there and serve as a medic, or to train others for medic duties, I would go ... be it now or later, soldier or civilian in need of help. However, I'd want to take my dog with me ... for our mutual sanity. And no, that's not a wisecrack nor is it meant to demean the seriousness of the situation. She has been my therapy dog for two years, and few would fail to benefit from her love and trust of all humankind. To heal, to help others to heal themselves, is a matter of not just body -- it is also very much a matter of spirit/soul/inner being. Unquestioning, non-judgmental love can be a big part of that. Those I come in contact with may not trust me, but a dog cannot lie about its true feelings. Perhaps that is why dogs only live at the White House, and never get elected to political office. <G> l.d. -- Arachne V1.71;UE01, NON-COMMERCIAL copy, http://arachne.cz/
