I didn't know until today that our dear Binka's Ben is going back to Iraq.

[tinfoilinfor2005]

As part of the "Surge", scheduled to go back to Iraq in March.

Some of you will remember when Ben was badly injured in Iraq during his last service in Iraq and how awful it was for Binka and her family. Now Ben will be returning to Iraq. Binka is distraught and heartbroken, and we really need to give her our support and daily prayers until Ben comes back home to her. Please join me in sending this wonderful family our total love and support.

[malaise]

1. Why is he going back

after those serious injuries?

Good fugging grief I hate Bush.

[seabeyond]

3. a friend of our families son seriously injured, recouped for over a year

and is back in baghdad. i think it is disgusting too. the mom is a mess and cannot watch any of the news.

[malaise]

17. My nephew is not going back

He left the army and we'll never let that happen again.

[proud2BlibKansan]

108. My friend's son injured his knee in Iraq

and had surgery when he got home. He had to go back to Iraq on crutches.

Yesterday she called to tell me he had broken his foot. I said oh that's good in a way, now he can't be redeployed. She laughed and said she is sure the marines will just expect him to suck it up and limp right back over there.

[boston bean]

2. Damn, for chrissakes, when will it end. END THIS WAR NOW nt

[ayeshahaqqiqa]

4. Prayers for Binka and Ben

this is terrible. No one who has been injured should be forced to go back there.

[MADem]

5. The Monkey leader is a rat bastard. Ben shouldn't have to go back, he's barely back on his feet.

This is outrageous. What's next? Service personnel with artificial limbs? How about let's start recruiting at Galludet and the School for the Blind?

Of course, George Bush 'don't care about ANY people'...he's incapable.

[SammyWinstonJack]

68. Haven't those with artificial limbs been put back into service? I thought I read that.

And yes, chimpy is a rat bastard, along with the rest of his murderous thug admin.

[deminks]

6. Bush is dispicable. This is an unspeakable act.

All of my heart and hope to Binka, Ben and all of the troops and their families.

Bring them home now. Now.

[JVS]

7. WTF!

[berni_mccoy]

8. NO WAY! WTF!!!!!!! THIS IS AN OUTRAGE!

[libnnc]

9. Aw hell-fuck no!!!

I thought he'd be safe and sound and wouldn't have to go back. I'm speechless.


:grr: :grr: :grr: :grr: :grr: :grr: :grr: :grr:

:nuke: :nuke: :nuke: :nuke: :nuke: :nuke: :nuke: :nuke:

[TahitiNut]

10. (Yep. I know.) My heart and prayers are with both Binka and Ben.

:patriot:

:hug: ... no matter what she calls herself on DU. :silly:

[Solomon]

13. What TahitiNut said.

:grouphug:

[Binka]

49. Oh My Dear friend Thank You For Your Concern Here Is Ben 06-06

Hasn't he done enough?

[madokie]

52. Yes he has

Way more than his CiC ever did
My thoughts are with you and your family, may Ben have a Guardian Angel at his side

[seabeyond]

64. yes...... they are beautiful n/t

[cyberpj]

11. FRACK!!! It's bad for anyone but worse, I think, for those injured and returned again.

Best love and light Binka and Ben.
I remember seeing the photos posted here and wish I could say I can't believe it.

[karlrschneider]

12. GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR

:grr: :mad:

[redwitch]

14. I am so sorry to hear this.

His injuries looked pretty bad to me, I cannot understand at all. Damn this war and the stupid SOBs that started it!

[RevolutionStartsNow]

15. WTF? That kid (and his mom) already went through hell!

I'm so sorry for Binka...and so mad.

[Straight Shooter]

16. I've never written this in a public form before.

G'damn I hate george w. bush.

=============

Binka, for you and your darling family, and especially Ben ... :hug:

[blm]

84. I am with you 100% - Our hearts are with you Binka -

and Bush can have our damning curses to follow him to the end of time.

[Tinksrival]

18. How can they do that?????!!!!!!!

His leg was torn wide open! OMG! Binka, this so totally sucks ass! I hate Bush and his war! :mad:

[CrazyOrangeCat]

19. GODDAMN FUCKING BUSH!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is unbelievable.

That poor kid was damned near blown to bits . . . .

Goddamnmit!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad:

[latebloomer]

20. She once posted that he wanted to go back

to support his friends who he left behind.

MAKE THIS MADNESS END!!!

And may the white light of protection surround Ben.

[Olney Blue]

21. No, no, no, no......

:cry:

[beltanefauve]

22. Oh no!

I'm so sorry (and outraged!). Prayers and hugs, for Binka, Ben, and Family.:grouphug:

[DoYouEverWonder]

23. This is so wrong

Where's Jenna an Barbie? They're able bodied.

[butterfly77]

89. Bush thinks that ...

his tears are enough...

[spuddonna]

24. OMG!!

I've been away because I started working, and I didn't know until I read this! OMG Binka! I'm so sorry... :cry: Ben will ALWAYS be in our prayers! We'll be praying for all of you...

[tinfoilinfor2005]

25. I so hope Binka will see this thread and the prayers and good wishes.

I also hope that if and when Ben is back in Iraq (and I pray that won't happen) that he will consider DU as his family. I'm sure that anything that he or his fellow soldiers might need, be it letters or pictures or cookies, we would be up to the challenge!

[wryter2000]

95. Amen to that

I'd love to support Ben and his unit with some goodies and love from home.

[BleedingHeartPatriot]

26. Oh, Binka and Ben.

Two beautiful souls.

It was like a sucker punch reading about this tonight.

There is so much love and respect for both of you here. And, I'm sure that you are embraced by those who love you in the non virtual world.

Oh, dammit, this is wrong. :cry:

and :hug: to both of you. MKJ

and :mad:

[SeattleGirl]

27. NOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!

Damn Bush to hell!!! :grr: :grr: :grr:


And for Ben, Binka, and the family: :grouphug:
May you stay safe, Ben. :hug:

[midnight]

28. This is crap. This war needs to end. These soldiers need to

stay home.

[Catchawave]

29. I have no words....

But glad Ben has recovered, but still, as a mom, this news pisses me off.

Thoughts with Binka's family :grouphug:

[cwydro]

30. Hey you!

Really sorry to hear that. My thoughts are with him and her family...:hi:

[earth mom]

31. Wow-I'm sorry to hear this!

This god damn insanity has got to end! Impeach NOW! :grr:

[HeeBGBz]

32. What???

How can they do this?

[uppityperson]

33. what the bloody hell!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

no fucking way! Oh Binka and Ben, I am so sorry. damn damn damn damn damn

[alcibiades_mystery]

34. I am now, officially, pissed off

Oh, I've been pissed off before. But not officially. This is an outrage.

My best thoughts and karmic energy out to Binka, Ben, and the family. This is damn near intolerable. Binka, if you're out there, you know my PM. Shoot me a line anytime. You can even just listen to me yammer on about the babygirl if that'll help. We're with you out here.

[ariellyn]

35. That's absurd. He should go to Canada instead. Fuck Iraq. n/t

[Kurovski]

36. Prayers and love will continue.

Ben wanted to return, he will at the very least have the will and the strength to be there.

I also pray that they keep their bond strong with understanding and acceptance.

I can't imagine how difficult this will be.

Binka if you are out there, :hug:

[coffeenap]

37. God, that is shocking and beyond horrible. I am so sorry and

send support and hope to them both.

[Hissyspit]

38. Oh, shit. The madness just goes on and on.

I'm so sorry to hear that Binka.

[GreenPartyVoter]

39. :^( *hugs and prayers*

[Stephanie]

40. are you serious?????????????

I'm dumbfounded. how injured does someone have to be before they are excused? this is unbelieveable. I'm so sorry, Binka.

[helderheid]

41. Can he refuse????

[helderheid]

69. I am serious about this - like Lt. Watada

http://www.thankyoult.org/

[me b zola]

42. The outrages just keep piling up

Love & hugs to Ben, Binka, and their entire family

[Binka]

43. Thank You For This Thread DU Friend

And to everybody who has replied. In a few weeks it will be the one year anniversary of Ben's best friend being killed in Iraq. This is a dark time for all of us.

[fooj]

44. Binka, Ben and family...

I wish you peace and strength. You are not alone. :grouphug:

[SeattleGirl]

45. Oh Binka,

I'm so sorry you are going through this. I think often of you and Ben, and the rest of your family. DU has a giant shoulder to rest your head on, and comforting arms to encircle you and yours.

:grouphug:

[ninkasi]

74. I'm so sorry, Binka

I pray that Ben stays safe and unharmed. He has already given enough, more than enough, you both have. :grouphug:

[Philosoraptor]

46. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Vidar]

47. All the best to Binka & Ben.

[Philosoraptor]

48. To quote the ape: 'this situation is unacceptable'

[roguevalley]

50. {{{{BINKA!!!!!}}}}} I am beside myself over this. Honey, I hold you

and yours in my prayers. And I will use the phone to call these wankers to DO SOMETHING ABOUT THIS!!!!!

[sandnsea]

51. So sorry Binka

I will never forget your personal kindness, so terribly sorry for your entire family. :hug:

[Skittles]

53. pic of Ben recovering

he was visited by Miss America....Binka you know I am here for you

[Binka]

54. That Just Made Me Burst Into Tears Skittles

Peyton is crying too. She still has your postcard on her wall BTW. She loves the armadillo. :cry:

[elehhhhna]

61. Binks, we're with you -- and Ben.

Can't imagine what you're going through now.

Are you still in Sicily?

[Binka]

65. I'm Still Abroad

But I will fly back to So Cal before he leaves to say goodbye. :cry:

[Lochloosa]

72. Binka, give our love to Ben.

:grouphug:

[Binka]

75. Will Do Thanks Buddy

:hug:

[Skittles]

85. AWWW I didn't mean to do that - hey PM me your address again will ya

thanks

[Binka]

111. Will Do Sugar

:hug:

[Lisa]

99. that photo cracks me up every time ...

I love guys who do stuff like that!

There are few enough Bens around that we really can't afford to lose any of them. Why can't Bush go in his place?

[Eurobabe]

55. Binka you can send Ben to Germany, we'll take good care of him

This is an outrage!! Wounded soldiers should NOT have to return for duty. Period.

Can't we call your congressman/Senators or do something to help you?

[Solly Mack]

56. ((((Binka)))))

I'm so sorry. Sending warm vibes and loving thoughts to you and yours.

[Just-plain-Kathy]

57. I keep waiting for someone on a big white horse to

ride in and stop this crazy thing. ...but it never happens. :cry:

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

[dogday]

58. Binka, you know my feelings on this

Even though my Son returned in November, it is very possible he will be going back soon... This sucks in the worst way... You and Ben and the rest of your family are in my thoughts and prayers...

[Alamom]

59. Dear Binka, I remember your reports of Ben's injuries. My heart

hurt for you and your family when you saw your boy so badly injured. I rejoiced when you reported he would get better. He was getting better.

I am so sorry you have to go through another time of fear & worry. You shouldn't have to do this again.
I am so sorry for all the Moms, Dads and families who are doing the same.

[Mandate My Ass]

60. I'm so sorry

After all he's been through, that's so wrong it's criminal. x(

[Midlodemocrat]

62. Binka, I'm so sorry.

Prayers to you and Ben and the rest of your beautiful family.

[PA Democrat]

63. Binka, you and Ben will be in my thoughts and prayers.

This so wrong. We've got to stop Bush.

[librechik]

66. Binka, what can anybody say about your situation--it is unacceptable

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[AnotherMother4Peace]

67. Binka, Ben, & Family, My family's prayers & best wishes are with you.

[myrna minx]

70. Oh Binka.

:hug: My heart is with you and your family. :hug:

[Blue Diadem]

71. Thank you for posting this, I had no idea. Prayers for Ben and for

Binka and her family. :grouphug:

[Theres-a]

73. I'm so sorry to hear this.

God bless you,Ben,Binka and all our soldier's in harms way.

[Lone_Star_Dem]

76. Binka, I'm so sorry.

I send you caring support and hope that he stays safe from all harm this time. :grouphug:

This is wrong on so many different levels.

[porphyrian]

77. That's so fucked up, and too many other people's story as well. - n/t

[Hell Hath No Fury]

78. Son of a BITCH!!!

I CANNOT believe this!! :mad: :mad: :mad:

I thought Ben was finally safe from the clutches of the bastard in the WH. I am so pissed off for you and Ben right now I can barely type. To send someone who has already gone through so much and suffered such serious injuries BACK into that fucking meat grinder makes my head explode.

[Ilsa]

79. Oh fucking no!

This is so wrong on so many levels.

God I hate those people doing this shit.

[npincus]

80. so sorry, Binka.

Simply awful.

[Binka]

81. Thanks Again For All The Support & Love

It means so much.

[Bombero1956]

82. Binka

Ben has done more than his fair share of suffering in this stupid war. He shouldn't have to go back. All the same my thoughts will be with your son and family and hope for his speedy return.

[Lilith Velkor]

86. (((Binka)))

Take care. We're gonna get those bastards.

[huskerlaw]

83. Oh Binka, I'm so sorry.

I don't even have the words for how sad and angry this makes me.

I'll be sending positive thoughts and prayers to him and to you...

:hug:

[gkhouston]

87. What?! Goddamn son of a bitch bastard!

Of course my prayers will be with Ben and Binka, and with all the other families -- because surely there are others we're not familiar with who are going through the same hell.

Could somebody please impeach this lunatic before he kills us all?

[BlueIris]

88. Blessings upon Ben and Binka, whom I think about quite a bit

anyway. I have a feeling that Ben will be returned to us okay, if that matters.

[Blue_In_AK]

90. Oh, NO!!

I remember when he first went and when he was injured. This is just insane. My prayers are with Ben and his family.

[Greyskye]

91. hugs

:grouphug: Our thoughts are with you, Ben, and your entire family. :grouphug:

Enough is enough, damnit!!!

[Cooley Hurd]

92. I can't believe I missed this thread until now...

Binka & Ben:

This insane fucking occupation must end NOW!!!!!! Not one family should suffer, Iraqi OR American, to boost the ego of the nutjob squatting in OUR White House.

This madness must be stopped!!!!

GodDAMN it all to hell!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:grr::grr::grr::grr::grr::grr:

You're both in my thoughts!:grouphug:

Always your friend,
Al

[Binka]

103. Ah Cooley Binka Is One Sad Cat Today

:cry:

[Cooley Hurd]

104. This madness has to stop - Ben's done his duty and then some!!!

God-fucking-Damn it!:grr::grr::grr::grr:<-there isn't enough pissed-off smilies in the universe to convey how I'm feeling!

[wryter2000]

93. Oh, Binka and Ben

I can't believe this country would treat you this way. We're here for you through this horrible time.

:grouphug:

[HughBeaumont]

94. I feel sick.

I believe the word we're looking for to describe this action is unconscionable.

I'm for forcible removal of Napoleon DCLXVI myself at this point.

My heart goes out to Binka's family. Dear GOD.

[Binka]

110. Thanks Hugh You Know I Love Ya

UNCONSCIONABLE indeed.

[bullwinkle428]

96. ARE YOU FREAKING KIDDING ME? Absolutely disgraceful that

anyone sustaining serious injuries is called back into battle! Why can't this kind of story get any kind of play on the MSM...this will be the kind of thing that stops the madness sooner than anything else I can imagine. Please accept any good vibes I can possibly provide... :hug:

[snacker]

97. I have been thinking of her a lot lately.

My thoughts, prayers, love, and support to this family.

[Ellen Forradalom]

98. Oh. My. God.

That is OUTRAGEOUS.

[Dinger]

100. Take Him To Canada Binka

If you can. God, enough is enough.

[qanda]

101. I'm so sorry Binka

Please know that this community will be here to support you and hold you up while Ben is away. I will pray for his safety.

[mzmolly]

102. OMG

:cry:

[B Calm]

105. I'm so sick of this stupid war!

[SalmonChantedEvening]

106. Binka & Ben, you are in my thoughts

This is an outrage :mad:


DU love of the highest order to you both :hug: :pals: :loveya:

[salin]

107. Prayers to Ben and Binka - and all individuals and families

sucked into this "surge"

:cry:

[blondeatlast]

109. My dear Binka; I'm praying for you and your family.

Sending all the love I can electronically,

Laurel

[The Wielding Truth]

112. My friend's son is leaving for Iraq, too..........May they watch out

for each other, while we try to stop *.

My heart is with you. Binka and Ben and the families who are compelled to serve. :pals: