David's Articles

"Many times men and women leave the comfort and safety of their homes to protect and preserve life.  Adding some complexity to these selfless acts, there have been a number of occasions both recorded and covert where people have gone into the fray to recover the body of a fallen comrade or stranger.  This is only a debatable act when it is not you’re loved one or best friend.  Why do people do such things?  These articles are not in a format that will debate, or even attempt to answer that important question.  It will however chronicle my personal experiences related to these complex circumstances and questions. 

Regardless of what the circumstances are, every time I have ever left home to serve my fellowman I have reflected on my own family and friends.  When there was extreme danger I have for a short moment contemplated my family and friends lives without their father, brother or friend. These writings are a compilation of many of my personal experiences where I have felt the need to have someone “hug the children for me” in my absence.  At times life was at grave risk and at other times long separation became the reason for these feelings." - David Burnell