We who have served in the military have a strange bond. AKA a good work ethic, punctuality, and attention to detail.
While you are in the military, you get to know the people around you. Like them or not, you still know those people really well. There are all kinds of people meshed together that have a common goal: To get the job done! Although I can't remember everyone's names, I do remember their mannerisms and voices. You get to see peoples peculiarities whether you like it or not.
I've reconnected with some of them and I enjoy the company of those who served with me. We may not have been close friends while we served but we all know how hard we worked and always made the best of it. I've heard we were the hardest working squadron (VF-154) in the Navy, but I don't know it for a fact. We put in killer hours and we never failed our tasks. No, we don't all share the same views, but if you messed with any of us, you had to deal with all of us!
I'm proud to say that I'm a Black Knight forever...none shall pass! BKR baby!
Thanks to all the guys and gals who serve today to keep us all safe from those who wish to do us harm!
AT2 Tinner
4/20/12
4/16/12
Good Times Gardening
I've spent the last few days working alongside my Dad in his garden. He's been feeling pretty good and hasn't even needed his oxygen bottle much lately. It's always nice when he's feeling chipper!
Today we were pulling staples and nails out of some old 2x6's together, just chatting it up as we worked diligently on completing our task. He would stop every few minutes to rest but he stayed busy the entire time. He had bought all this used lumber for cheap and it required some effort but it was still as good as new. Upon completion, we both felt a sense of accomplishment because it was several hours of work. The time seemed to pass quickly and we had fun working together.
Normally, I'm pressed for time and I'm rushing to do projects. I'm realizing that taking things a little slower, talking with Dad and working together is very therapeutic for both of us. We need to visit more and I need more patience because any day could be his last, or mine for that matter! I've thoroughly enjoyed his company lately and hope that things can continue to get better. I don't say it enough but that old man has done more for me than I could ever do for him...That's why he's such a great Dad. His golden years have been rough, and it's only getting tougher. We'll make it though because I am his left hand man!
Today we were pulling staples and nails out of some old 2x6's together, just chatting it up as we worked diligently on completing our task. He would stop every few minutes to rest but he stayed busy the entire time. He had bought all this used lumber for cheap and it required some effort but it was still as good as new. Upon completion, we both felt a sense of accomplishment because it was several hours of work. The time seemed to pass quickly and we had fun working together.
Normally, I'm pressed for time and I'm rushing to do projects. I'm realizing that taking things a little slower, talking with Dad and working together is very therapeutic for both of us. We need to visit more and I need more patience because any day could be his last, or mine for that matter! I've thoroughly enjoyed his company lately and hope that things can continue to get better. I don't say it enough but that old man has done more for me than I could ever do for him...That's why he's such a great Dad. His golden years have been rough, and it's only getting tougher. We'll make it though because I am his left hand man!
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