Why do we go to war?
My actual answer: In America, to protect our country or freedom in other countries.
What I wanted to say: Because God is angry. Probably at you.
What was the most interesting trial you’ve had?
My actual answer: Well, my most recent trial involved a woman who alleged she got carpal tunnel syndrome at a pizza restaurant, when she really got it engaging in a side business about which she lied. She lost.
What I wanted to say: The Scopes Monkey Trial.
Where did you sleep in Iraq?
My answer: In a single-wide trailer this time. In 2003, I was in a tent that a few of us had to erect.
What I wanted to say: In the dirt, while you slept under the blanket of freedom I was providing.
How long was the plane ride to Iraq?
My answer: More than a day, when the stops were included…about 20 hours.
What I wanted to say: Long enough that my butt was tingling like yours does after a spanking.
Can the planes land somewhere secret and covered up?
My answer: Sort of. Helicopters can land just about anywhere, but most planes can’t. We had C-130s landing where I was in ’03, as the runway was not very developed, but now, larger planes can come in and out.
What I wanted to say: Yes, it’s called the Persian Gulf.
Do y’all go to counseling or something for when you shoot a bunch of people for a long time and then come back and think you’re wanting to beat your wife?
My answer: All of us had to meet with a counselor when we got back, and we can continue at the VA if we want to.
What I wanted to say: Sure, AA each week.