I will definitely add LB to my prayer list. My son in law was in Iraq for 18 months the second year of the war. I know what you are feeling. There is nothing I can say that will make it any easier for you or his family. I will remind you though to trust that he is highly trained and highly skilled. He knows what to do and you should have the faith and courage that he can do his job well as well as safely. As for your part? Write. Frequently. I was told that the contents didn't always matter, you can pretty much ramble about anything, although family stories were always welcomed, but they just need a reminder that they are not forgotten while they are gone. And the care packages go over good as well. Again they don't have to be stuffed or overflowing, but just something that reminds them of home and gives them an option to pass on the chow hall if they want. And lastly, prayer. For him, for his unit, for his leadership. I beleive that the prayer is the most important of all. My arms are around you all in support; starting today and until LB's return I stand with you all - Gal