I would like to respond to some of your questions but all the complaints and/or my request to Patrick to delete the debate seems to have blocked my ability to respond. Justifiable so, I guess.
I craft my "thoughtful" response, but when I try to send it , "boom," it disappears.
I doubt that you want your e-mail littered with this stuff. So my modest attempts to "enlighten," must come to an end.
Truly hope this adventure all ends well and we can relieve our combat vets. soon.
I wish you both and your families, all the best.