Hero defined

The news about Pat Tillman is tragic. Here is someone who had everything going for him, and decided to risk it all for his country. As someone who lives in New York City, and was affected emotionally by the September 11th attacks, I have only the depeest sympathy and gratitude for this hero. I am not a super patriot. I am not a huge NFL fan. But this is something significant to me still. Here is someone who walked away from a lucrative and successful NFL career and left a wife behind to do what he felt was his patriotic duty. Regardless of political leaning, one has to respect his commitment and sacrifice. I'm sure he will be missed sorely.