I can sympathize with what you are going thru. Been working on my Bronco for about 7 years, off and on, between a couple PCS's and three vacations courtesy of GWOT. Been home about 14 months now and it has been the longest break I have had in a while. Tough to balance Bronco and family. Right now I am trying to finish a few more things up before I leave for OIF again (third time now). plus I get to be gone for 15 months now as if 12 wasn't long enough the other times.
Just remember, the things you do allow the others to have their political discussions.
Personally, I am sick of the news and how they report what we are doing over there. There are alot of positive things going on there that are not "sensational" enough to make the news.
Sorry. Had to comment. Please ignore.