Maybe I can put you at rest a little bit, Kelly.

I'm a student at North Georgia College and State University located in Dahlonega. I'm in the corps of cadets. No, I'm not active military status, but I walk and talk with soldiers of the past, present, and future. Some high ranking, some that get kicked around. Some in the army, some in the reserves, some in the natty gaurd. Many with family and/or friends overseas.

I have seen fear in the eyes of no one up here. Many of them WANT to go back. They say over there life is NOTHING like the media portrays it to be. Sure, it has it's differences, but for the most part, things are similar. The children (most of them) over there love our soldiers. Our soldiers have made their good grounds with children, as well as many adults. Many of the middle easterners WANT our presence over there because for the first time in several years women and children are finally able to walk the streets.

FUCK! I just remembered they're selling Hinder/Puddle of Mudd concert tickets on campus. Student life is great. Free concert FTW!

I'll explain more when I get back. Trust me...you'll be put at ease.