[A. Snodgrass]

Just a general comment, I believe that mike did fully read through your post. However, your wording in that first post left something to be desired. Plus the way that you posted, it gave the feeling that you dont differentiate between risking and sacrificing of life. You have done nothing to dispell that to this point.
If it comes down to sacrifice there are two different things that could happen. Either way you die, but you know what? at least maybe you made an impact. I find it sad that you wouldnt sacrifice yourself so that others could be safe...but that is your choice. I respect that you respect your own life. I personally just cannot value my life over any other.