It is in times of great tragedy when the true spirit of our wonderful country unites as one.

Not only is Rip Hamilton an outstanding basketball player, he is also known for giving back to his community.

The transfer is a monumental occasion as the Iraqi people take control of their government and their future and forge ahead with creating a society governed by the tenets of life, liberty and freedom.

United States and Coalition forces will remain in Iraq and will operate under American command as part of a multinational force authorized by the United Nations.

Estuaries are coastal bays, harbors, sounds and lagoons, places where rivers meet the sea.

In fact, the Iraqi foreign minister admitted in March 2003 that Iraqi funds were sent to families of Palestinian suicide bombers who attacked and killed innocent Israeli citizens, and also 12 Americans in Israel in 2003.

Long gone are the days when hospital stays and surgeries made up the bulk of seniors annual medical expenses.