It's not that much of a shame.
We're still doing a lot of good over there that never gets reported, and to chalk this one up as a loss without hearing the rest of the story does us no good. Our men and women over there need our support now more than ever, and every little bit helps. When it's my turn to go back, I'll be glad to do my part again, and wouldn't have it any other way.
BTW, Sal and Gail, thanks again for the OIF Native you sent me in 2005! I still have it and the letter that came with it, and wouldn't part with either for all the tea in China!