 I joined the military in early 2002, in January of 2002, right after 9-11, really, because I felt a need and necessity as an 18-year-old. When I watched the attack of 9-11, I was worried and concerned about the family that I have here. Just like most people were concerned about what further escalation this was going to cause. And I was concerned for not only my family, but some of my friends and their family members that I consider family over here in America.