An Historic Day Indeed

I know it is a bit early for a blog entry this week but I cannot help but write on such a historic day. As you may now know, Zarkawi is dead. Just as those who fought in World War II had Victory Europe Day and Victory Japan Day, those who fight in the Global War on Terrorism, myself included, have our VJ and VE day of sorts. Not only did we kill one of the most dangerous men in the world and a coward yesterday, but the Iraqi Parliment confirmed the Ministry of Interior and Minister of Defense positions. It truly is a big day for the people of Iraq and the war on terror. Although this struggle is far from over, it proves that persistance pays off. It is moments like this that I can snicker to myself and say that I know that what we are fighting for here in Iraq, Afghanistan and around the world is right. :) The war on terrorism is not your father's war so to speak. It is fought in the shadows and the successes are rarely publicized. It is good to see the fruits of the labor such as the "termination," as the Iraqi PM says of Zarkawi. The idea of democracy and freedom is alive and well here in Iraq. The work is far from over but this sure is a good start. It is a huge step for the Iraqi people as they move along in their quest for security and the formation of their new government. Stay tuned for a regular top ten list later this week. What another great day to put on this uniform.