Blog Posts

http://swags102.blogspot.com/2010/09/upon-reading-play-by-sean-huze.html

This post has to be my favorite one, as I was able to relate the most to the storyline in The Sandstorm. Being ex-military, I understood what LT. Smith was doing when he was getting information from the NCO's, as they know their job better than most of the officers right out of school. This was a respectful thing to see that someone did something more than just have a power trip and end up losing too many of their soldiers, or all.

http://swags102.blogspot.com/2010/09/poem-response.html

This post drew some attention from me as it was a chilling reminder of the freedom we have in this country. The actions on September 11, 2001 reminded me why I love being an American, and why I am thankful for the freedom we have. We never would have had this happen if the country didn't have the freedom that it has, and we should be a lot more appreciative for this freedom.

http://swags102.blogspot.com/2010/09/tim-obrien-response.html

The Things They Carried was a very awesome collection of short stories. I truly enjoyed reading them, and will probably re-read them. I love war stories, as mentioned in the post, but was ultimately rewarded with the view of someone who was totally against the war, yet did everything to keep the love of his family. I will most likely purchase more of O'Brien's books as well.