Putting things into perspective

It seems that for most people the war in Iraq has become a routine part of everyday life -- not something they truly think about and let affect them. I admit I too am guilty of this.

But the fact remains this country is at war and Americans are dying on a daily basis. This past weekend, the Associated Press reported at least 4,000 Americans have died in Iraq since the start of the war.

It's important to stop and remember the lives of these men and women who have died and to think about their families. On Monday, NPR's Talk of the Nation had people call in and talk about loved ones they lost in the war. Listen to it here.

I highly recommend listening to the show. It's an extremely moving segment and humanizes the numbers. It really puts things into perspective.