Blue Box Reproduction

[JoeMama 0]

Bring sunglasses Nagi. B)

So a serious question....

What are all of your opinions on this Iraq thing? Should we see it out until the end? Should we throw up the deuce and leave? Should we roll our eyes to the Geneva Conventions and level this whole country? Just curious....

To be honest Mr. Matt, if there is no unilateral assistance from all the countries surrounding Iraq, it's virtually impossible to gain control of the situation due to the tribal rivalry and insurgency. It's obvious that Iraq is a country of vast wealth. If the country falls into the wrong hands, it could very well bring nothing but danger and disaster not only within Iraq, but to surrounding countries, and very well US soil. Terrorist acts cannot be carried out without financing. Get a hold of that oil there, and who knows what harm it could bring to the world.

On a personal note, I would very much like to see the US exit stage left out of there ASAP! Our men and women serving there deserve nothing but the best. But I do not think our government is giving everyone the full, honest picture of what our country is involved in or committed. I just do not like the loss of American lives for another country in this situation. Period. Godspeed Mr. M.

[mRx 16]

Hey Mr. Matt, in your honor today, I decided to break open a bottle of wine I've had for a while. It's not the $2.99 bottle of vino I drink for the amusement. This bottle cost me over $100 when I got it at the winery. It's not sold in stores. Cheers to you bud! All you, the men, and women do for our country is sincerely appreciated by me!

Thanks Joe, tip it back for me....

In Korea I used to get the 5 liter box of White Zin... I used to be able to come within 1 glass of finishing the whole thing.

On the flight over here, I got stuck in Maryland for a day, and that was the last time I drank. Only time I ever went into a bar with an M16. (I had to have it with me at all times)

[monnik 0]

That sounds interesting, Matt. Nobody tried to brawl with you, I'll assume. Were you out of place? Or were you in a military area and they were used to seeing that sort of thing?

The first time I ever crossed the border into Mexico and saw the policemen with the giant guns, I freaked out for a minute. Why do they have to be so big? Be discreet, man. You're scaring all the people.

[Nagishkaw 510]

Im proud of you, Matt.

[mRx 16]

Bring sunglasses Nagi. B)

So a serious question....

What are all of your opinions on this Iraq thing? Should we see it out until the end? Should we throw up the deuce and leave? Should we roll our eyes to the Geneva Conventions and level this whole country? Just curious....

To be honest Mr. Matt, if there is no unilateral assistance from all the countries surrounding Iraq, it's virtually impossible to gain control of the situation due to the tribal rivalry and insurgency. It's obvious that Iraq is a country of vast wealth. If the country falls into the wrong hands, it could very well bring nothing but danger and disaster not only within Iraq, but to surrounding countries, and very well US soil. Terrorist acts cannot be carried out without financing. Get a hold of that oil there, and who knows what harm it could bring to the world.

On a personal note, I would very much like to see the US exit stage left out of there ASAP! Our men and women serving there deserve nothing but the best. But I do not think our government is giving everyone the full, honest picture of what our country is involved in or committed. I just do not like the loss of American lives for another country in this situation. Period. Godspeed Mr. M.

I dont see why no neighboring countries help out... I suppose because since the surrounding countries are predominately muslim, they will not interfere with fighters fueled by Islamic radicalism. Maybe they are afraid the terror will be brought to their doorstep.

Edited August 13, 2007 by matt85

[Nagishkaw 510]

What you behold is what you become. Maybe that's why they do not jump in.

[mRx 16]

I suppose your right.... So much needless violence, so much death, why help when you can just turn your back to it?

Well thats enough about that......

How are things with you Nagi?

[Nagishkaw 510]

Well, I will say I am blessed. I do not see it, I cant feel it, yet I must be, as I wake up every mourning.

[mRx 16]

I have been praying a little bit more. I am far from religious, and I dont think I ever will be, but it is comforting, so I do it.

[JoeMama 0]

I have been praying a little bit more. I am far from religious, and I dont think I ever will be, but it is comforting, so I do it.

Deja vu Mr. M! I was just speaking about this on this thread earlier today

[Nagishkaw 510]

Well, it can always help, and your help is there before it leaves your lips.

I pray that you God gives you courage and strength, that He appoint angels to form a hedge of protection around you and keep you safe. I pray your family will have peace.

[mRx 16]

It seems alot of people find religion during their tours out here.

I appreciate everything Nagishkaw. I am the one who is blessed to have so much support from you guys, and from my family. I see some people fall into black holes, their marriages on the brink of crumbling, lack of support back home.... It makes people crazy. So thank you....

[JoeMama 0]

No no Mr. Matt..it is us who thanks YOU!

[Nagishkaw 510]

Amen to that, GF !

Thank YOU, Matt.

[JoeMama 0]

I keep staring at that Thai flag and I'm tempted to head down the street to a place called the "Thai House" for dinner