What is a Gomer?

Looking back over the last few postings, I’ve noticed that they are somewhat darker than normal.  Okay, if they were any darker, you’d need a flashlight to read them.  So, this time around, I thought we should lighten it up a bit.  Let’s talk Gomers!  What is a Gomer?  First, I’d say, read the book.  We have some pretty good descriptions for you, and in the second and third books, these descriptions are even more complete.  Still, what generally is a Gomer?  A Gomer is a term that soldiers often use to describe a nondescript enemy.  If you don’t have a clue what else to call them, then he/she/it is a Gomer.  Similar to the Air Force calling an unidentified “blip” on the radar as a bogie, the Gomer is something out there that goes “bump in the night.”  You will find in the second book that the Gomers actually come from somewhere, but when a name sticks, it sticks.  So, despite the Gomers having a place from which they originated, in the hearts, minds, and even psyche of the characters, they will always be known as Gomers. ~ Michael S. Pauley