Everyone's marriage is not the same, the level of togetherness is different. Some people are never apart and others thrive on some separation. This decision is best for their marriage. Judging by all the stories about Gabby Gifford, I believe that she would want her husband to complete his mission. Is it possible her recovery would suffer, were she to bear the weight of causing her beloved husband to miss his final mission? It doesn't lessen his love to her to fulfill his responsibility to his job. It's not fair to judge him on his decision when you don't live in their shoes. I'm sure this was not an easy decision for him to make, but I support him because it what is right for them. US NEWS PAPER