Harsh Truths and Brutal realities

I was in America when the war on Iraq began. As opposed as I was to it, I was always left dumbfounded when I heard people around me rationalise it. Their rationale was so weak. Lately all over the indian news is the Iraqi woman's blog that has been nominated for awards.

http://riverbendblog.blogspot.com/

I read it, and it always sends a shiver down my spine for I cannot even begin to fathom what living like that daily means.