Just What Is Normal In Afghanistan?

So NATO/ISAF say that joint operations are returning to 'normal'. Now NATO/ISAF are always unfortunate in the coincidence of their statements with the facts, but this is beyond self-parody. Less than 24 hours after their statement, this happens. A mortar kills a US soldier and a contractor. The US military open up on their 'partners', normal style, and kill 3 ANA soldiers. Another normal day in the 'New Afghanistan' Obama will be painting in his debates with Ol' Mitt in the coming weeks. US Army recruitment posters should read 'Come on in - the normality is fine.'