Three days left


So while many folks are glued to their TVs doping up on election coverage and stomach churning ads in preparation for Tuesday, I talked tonight to an old buddy of mine who is an Army Officer.

Whichever stupid side wins this terrible election, and whomever is left in charge after this bloody duel is complete, you better keep him in mind. I was brave when I spoke with him, and humbled by his humility. He is keenly aware of the risks, dangers, mismanagement issues, and cultural complexity involved.

He sits tonight, sipping what will be one of the last rounds of cold beers he will have for quite some time. He is aware of that as well. He knows his unit inside and out, loves every man and woman under his responsibility, and knows so many private details about their lives, which, to his own admission, makes him hopeful and looking forward to when he can bring them all home. He understands that there are wives, children, girlfriends, boyfriends, parents, friends and other family that are waiting for their loved ones safe return and that its his job that they come home safe.

So if and when you vote, keep him in mind. He leaves for Afghanistan on Wednesday.