Yes that bothers me also Tactman. Here in Canada, when a soldier dies in Afghanistan it makes the national news. However, when I watch the American news that doesn't seem to be the case? That is sad to me.

You are correct, I personally don't understand why soldiers want to continue to go OS voluntarily, though you are not the only one who feels thusly. My husband went on operations for years and loved it, he only recently retired. My son is currently in Afghanistan also, and was very excited to go.

I agree with 2quilt though, you do have control over your life to an extent and you can choose to help yourself.