Comfort is an illusion. A false security bred from familiar things and familiar ways. It narrows the mind. Weakens the body. And robs the soul of spirit and determination.
Comfort is neither welcome nor tolerated here.
In fiscal 1999, the Army's Web site had 1.6 million visits. The Army's site originally was launched in 1995. It underwent a redesign in May 1999. Shepherd says some 8 percent of the potential recruits attracted to the Web site follow through and enlist. That's compared to 4 percent from other recruitment pitches including direct mail and phone solicitations.