A US surgical nurse relates her experiences, near retirement age, serving with a MASH-like unit from the onset of the war in Iraq in 2003. Ruff also discusses her background, motivations to serve, and transition to civilian life. Her account includes a map, photos of the author in the war zone and with family members, and a list of resources for supporting the troops in Iraq. Not indexed. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)