As today is Blog Action Day, it is important for me to focus on the people of Iraq.
Several weeks ago, I was able to go on a route clearance mission, where I was able to see first hand the people of Iraq. I will never forget the mud huts and the people that live everyday in them. I will never forget the children playing in the dirt. I will never forget the man washing up with water from a jug.
As I hear about on the news that American are so devastated by a financial crisis, I see people here in Iraq who have true poverty.
I am grateful for what I have.