National Guard and the Reserves have it rougher than active duty Army. If your husband was stationed in combat zones, no telling how stressful it was for him. Those Iraq job contracts are very seductive with the pay, however, they are very stressful and dangerous. Exposure to the UF6 and other chemicals pollutants most likely cause health problems for everyone over there in Iraq, which can cause birth defects to say the least. If you wanting future children with your hubby, then research the facts. Research the Gulf War illnesses. If the risks outweigh the benefits . . . .

((((((((((((Huggs)))))))))))) seems like difficult decisions. Please talk to counselors, family, clergy, and friends about this. Get all the support you can.