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" Ma'am, I think it is unfair to state that many soldiers in your opinion do not follow the Army values. I think if there was an issue with your spouse cheating on you it is due to underlying issues in your marriage not the Army or armed forces. If you want to see your issues in print or on TV go to the Jerry Springer show. Your complaint belittles the Army, Spouses of the services, the unit and their accomplishments. Don’t drag everyone into your ill relationship tiff with your husband. Wives and spouce's back home cheat too so what values would you call that? Army spouse's values?? It is a double edge sword so don’t cut your self when you poke at others. GOD SPEED to the deployed 33d MP soldiers Happily married and deployed JB "

" This comment is for the ignorant people like 8 up who believe we serve because we bought the ticket. I guess he forgot about 911 and that people actually care that our way of life was being attacked. 8 up I bet if you were oppressed you would be more willing to let us die for your vanity. I serve because I love being free and so dunces like you (8 up) can share freedom and freedom of speech rights. Anyone who serves their fellow man with selfless service that has noble achievements is a hero. From troops to aid workers when their hearts are dedicated to cause with devotion towards their accomplishment for the better of mankind there are many hero’s out there. 8 up, when was the last time you performed selfless service? By the way 8 up, look up the word hero in the Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary and see your freedom of speech makes you look like a fool too. A hero has numerous meanings and the soldiers of the 33rd are just that HERO’S. Thanks to the 33rd for serving! "

" To 8up, "seriously are you that starved for attention you have to take a shot at someone who is defending your ignorance?" I ask you this have you been shot at? Seen a good friend die? Had someone attempting to blow you up while you sleep? Had to go attempt to recover a vehicle that is almost unrecognizable? Gone days without sleep? And done it for over a year's time in extreme environments and temperatures? I highly doubt it. To As long as God's listening to prayers. Yes it would be nice to have peace, However if you read the same bible I read , to achieve that so called peace jesus was crucified. And you might recall what the arch angles did too. As a soldier the thought of peace is the end goal, but to obtain that you may have to battle and go through war. I pray everyday for my fellow soldiers and their families that god willing they make it home. And I couldn't thank the community enough for all of their support. It is truly overwhelming. thanks "

" Many of the men and women serving our country deserve the title of hero. The sad truth is many of them do not follow the Army code of values. Integrity, duty, loyalty, respect, selfless service, personal courage and most of all honor. Take it from a spouse of a 33rd soldier. The article was about wives and the struggles they deal with while their soldiers are away. What about those of us whose marriages and lives fall apart due to total disregard from our soldiers? Infidelity is rampant overseas and nobody is immune to it. Hail them as heroes if you will, but please realize that it is not all what it seems. I have great respect for all military wives and families the are forced to remain vigilant on the homefront. Good luck to you all. "

" Yes, Grateful, it is nice that we have the freedom to state our opinions? In fact, I view it as my patriotic duty. I would be a coward if I just turned my head when I saw something criminal, and that is exactly what I see in this administration. What you should fear is the day that nobody expresses their dissent. That will truly be the day that freedom dies. "

" We may not agree with what our countries leadership is doing with our military members or with the situation(s) at hand, but we have to remember the men and women from our hometowns, neighborhood, and even our own homes have answered the call to fight and defend our way of life. Like it or not they are there and will remain there for a long time to come. I am not only one of those wives left behind but am also a service member. I will wait and pray for my husband's safe return while I support him every way I can. And if I too am called for duty, I will stand my ground and defend my country so our children and our children's children will also have the freedom we know and love. Right or wrong, we are in this. Please don't loose heart and forget about them. You too can stand your ground by continuing to pray and support those service members you know and love each and every day. "

" You know, it'll be really funny if it turns out there is no God, that it's all just science and Big Bang and evolution. Can you imagine that? Just think of how many millions of people, billions of dollars, and years we would have wasted fighting wars over something that never existed. That would make me fall down laughing. "

" these women so much. I have been there- my Marine husband went to Iraq 3 times. I was lucky enough to only have to care for myself though. The women who suddenly have to become single parents have a much harder time, in my opinon. So kudos to these women, and stay strong! 12 months down ladies! "

" these soldiers are not heroes. they are just doing their job. buy the ticket..take the ride. "

" Please tell me exactly what this conflict in Iraq has to do with 9/11? Oh yeah, you can't, because it has nothing to do with 9/11! You just continue to believe the garbage Bush, Cheney, et. al is spewing at you. 3,000 plus have died already in the fiaso, how many more are going to die in vain for NO REASON AT ALL??!! "

" The heat, the enemy, the lack of modern-day conveniences that we take for granted here in the US, etc is what makes each and every one of these men and women in Iraq, Afghanistan and other places around the world incredible people. I am in sheer awe that these people put their life on the line every day that they are there. God Bless each and everyone of them! "

" I am so grateful for our brave soldiers. I am glad that they have the courage to fight for our countries freedom. I am sure all of the victims of 9-11 would be proud also. Isn't it nice that we have the freedom to state our opinions "sick of this"? I am grateful to Mr. George W Bush for having the courage to stick with his plan. It is also nice to know the other side of this war...when my brother was there he was thanked daily by the Iraqi people...for his courage to help them. They are grateful to us. God knows the sacrafice these men and women are making by defending our country...He will bless them, maybe not in our life time, but definatly in the next. "

" ... let's ask for a real miracle: like stopping war. What if all the warriors woke up tomorrow, took a look at their weapon of choice, and said, "Nah: I think I'll just sleep in today, maybe take in a movie, and then start job hunting." "

" Is this a good idea posting to much information about those overseas so predators of all kinds can take advantage of the families left behind? Not good in my opinion with the way things are in todays world. Story is ok but leave out the last names etc to protect these people. They have it tough enough as it is. "

" Please remember that there are Navy and Airforce members who are deployed as well. Many Navy reservists have served since the war began either as a battalion or as individual augmentees. Army and Air National Guard are not the only ones touched by this-Thank you! "

" I can completely appreciate what these families are going through as my husband was deployed twice, once for 13 months. There was only one other family in the area whose reservist went as well the second time. There was not all this overwhelming support for us because our guys left with a group from another area. I think it is great how the community has pulled together for these families. Whether or not it is volunteer doesn't make having your spouse away for so long any easier. Active duty families that must experience this have so much in place to help them and it never gets easier. God bless you all and keep strong!!! It will be over soon and you will have all new adjustments to make. "

" We hope God blesses these and other military families for their sacrifice and service. We owe you a debt of gratitude. Thank you so very much. "

" The Iraqi government will be taking the month of August off. According to Tony Snow, they need the vacation because it's 130 degrees in Bagdad. Yet our brave soldiers will be policing their streets with heavey gear on, risking their lives around every corner. Is it just liberal ol' me, or is something wrong with this picture? Time to show real support for our troops and get them out of that hell hole! "

" May God Bless all of our troops and families and give then a BIG HUG and THANKS for all they do. Freedom isn't free .... "