This afternoon after returning from New Orleans/VA hospital heart (cardio) appointment for wife(veteran 8 1/2yrs) stopped into a Firemans Sub sandwich shop (denham springs, la) for a couple of subs. Walked in right behind a man that I had seen come from a 18wheeler truck parking lot. While waiting to place my order a man/wife couple sitting at a table saw my veterans cap as well as my leather vest (colors) (military themed) and said thanks for my service. Replied that I would do it again (9 1/2yrs and that the wife had 8 1/2yrs active duty also). Well I guess that the truck driver(from OHIO) overheard our conversation and offered to pay for both me/wife. Tried to say thanks but was not necessary. But he would not take a no as a answer. Was welcomed supprise. But I was able to get him to accept a key ring colored bead(green/yellow/red commbination pattern of the Viet Nam service ribbon) that one leg is for those that return and the other leg as for our brothers and sisters that did not return home. His reply as that he would be honored to carry it in remembernce of our troops. Have passed out over 200 sets to vets or a family member in honor of their service. Earlier today passed a bead to a young RN nurse at the hospital check in station and she started to cry out of gratiude. Have been asked how much is the cost = reply that those that served have already paid in full. Sometimes strangers will suprise you. God Bless Our Troops/past/present/future. .................drill sgt.This message has been edited. Last edited by: drill sgt,
June 16, 2020, 05:30 PM
flashguy
What a nice gift! I'm sure the trucker was also pleased.
flashguy
Texan by choice, not accident of birth
June 16, 2020, 05:32 PM
adobesig
That's really cool. I'm glad people recognize your family's contributions to our freedom. I do too. Thank you.
June 16, 2020, 05:35 PM
bendable
You guys need to wear arm bands with those hats. Black: means stay away
Red : means open to all appreciative conversation.
Yellow: means only other vets may approach.
There are many vets that are very picky about total strangers
Safety, Situational Awareness and proficiency.
Neck Ties, Hats and ammo brass, Never ,ever touch'em w/o asking first
June 16, 2020, 05:57 PM
Johnny 3eagles
Drill Sgt, tell me more about these key rings.
If you're goin' through hell, keep on going. Don't slow down. If you're scared don't show it. You might get out before the devil even knows you're there.
NRA ENDOWMENT LIFE MEMBER
June 16, 2020, 06:02 PM
drill sgt
quote:
Originally posted by bendable: You guys need to wear arm bands with those hats. Black: means stay away
Red : means open to all appreciative conversation.
Yellow: means only other vets may approach.
There are many vets that are very picky about total strangers
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Thought about getting new hat design=== DISABLED VETERAN=== MEDICATED FOR YOUR SAFETY. ............drill sgt.
June 16, 2020, 06:25 PM
charlie12
quote:
Originally posted by drill sgt: This afternoon after returning from New Orleans/VA hospital heart (cardio) appointment for wife(veteran 8 1/2yrs) stopped into a Firemans Sub sandwich shop for a couple of subs. Walked in right behind a man that I had seen come from a 18wheeler truck parking lot. While waiting to place my order a man/wife couple sitting at a table saw my veterans cap as well as my leather vest (colors) (military themed) and said thanks for my service. Replied that I would do it again (9 1/2yrs and that the wife had 8 1/2yrs active duty also). Well I guess that the truck driver(from OHIO) overheard our conversation and offered to pay for both me/wife. Tried to say thanks but was not necessary. But he would not take a no as a answer. Was welcomed supprise. But I was able to get him to accept a key ring colored bead(green/yellow/red commbination pattern of the Viet Nam service ribbon) that one leg is for those that return and the other leg as for our brothers and sisters that did not return home. His reply as that he would be honored to carry it in remembernce of our troops. Have passed out over 200 sets to vets or a family member in honor of their service. Earlier today passed a bead to a young RN nurse at the hospital check in station and she started to cry out of gratiude. Have been asked how much is the cost = reply that those that served have already paid in full. Sometimes strangers will suprise you. God Bless Our Troops/past/present/future. .................drill sgt.
Keith you didn't try to hug her did you?
_______________________________________________________ And no, junior not being able to hold still for 5 seconds is not a disability.
June 16, 2020, 06:27 PM
charlie12
quote:
Originally posted by bendable: You guys need to wear arm bands with those hats. Black: means stay away
Red : means open to all appreciative conversation.
Yellow: means only other vets may approach.
There are many vets that are very picky about total strangers
I sometimes wear a Vet cap or LSU. Since I got a haircut you can see my VA hearing aids. LOL. I'm just a Vet no need to tell the world.
_______________________________________________________ And no, junior not being able to hold still for 5 seconds is not a disability.
June 16, 2020, 06:35 PM
drill sgt
quote:
Originally posted by Johnny 3eagles: Drill Sgt, tell me more about these key rings.
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Internet check / google Viet Nam service beads. many different options. Personaly never thought about selling them. to me it was more personal thing to thank the veterans and or family members for their service. Have to admit that I did send Mr. Q (12131) one for all the Karma that he has shown to our troops. ....God bless our troops/past/present/future. ..........drill sgt.
June 16, 2020, 06:35 PM
12131
drill sgt recently gifted me one of those ribbons out of the blue. I'm very grateful, sir.
Q
June 16, 2020, 07:05 PM
Johnny 3eagles
Thanks for the info. Hopefully I can get some in hand before my next VA appointment.
If you're goin' through hell, keep on going. Don't slow down. If you're scared don't show it. You might get out before the devil even knows you're there.
NRA ENDOWMENT LIFE MEMBER
June 16, 2020, 08:08 PM
drill sgt
quote:
Originally posted by charlie12:
quote:
Originally posted by drill sgt: This afternoon after returning from New Orleans/VA hospital heart (cardio) appointment for wife(veteran 8 1/2yrs) stopped into a Firemans Sub sandwich shop for a couple of subs. Walked in right behind a man that I had seen come from a 18wheeler truck parking lot. While waiting to place my order a man/wife couple sitting at a table saw my veterans cap as well as my leather vest (colors) (military themed) and said thanks for my service. Replied that I would do it again (9 1/2yrs and that the wife had 8 1/2yrs active duty also). Well I guess that the truck driver(from OHIO) overheard our conversation and offered to pay for both me/wife. Tried to say thanks but was not necessary. But he would not take a no as a answer. Was welcomed supprise. But I was able to get him to accept a key ring colored bead(green/yellow/red commbination pattern of the Viet Nam service ribbon) that one leg is for those that return and the other leg as for our brothers and sisters that did not return home. His reply as that he would be honored to carry it in remembernce of our troops. Have passed out over 200 sets to vets or a family member in honor of their service. Earlier today passed a bead to a young RN nurse at the hospital check in station and she started to cry out of gratiude. Have been asked how much is the cost = reply that those that served have already paid in full. Sometimes strangers will suprise you. God Bless Our Troops/past/present/future. .................drill sgt.
Keith you didn't try to hug her did you?
^^^^^^^^^ Must admit that SHE broke protocol and started a small 1/2 hug and could not help myself and I finished it off the other 1/2. ............................drill sgt.
June 16, 2020, 08:47 PM
bendable
Some don't mind a thank you, others give a stink eye.
Some accept a comped meal, others seem half offended.
Some are out going others ,not so much.
Instead of offering something to them, I just give the waitress the funds for the meal and then depart.
Safety, Situational Awareness and proficiency.
Neck Ties, Hats and ammo brass, Never ,ever touch'em w/o asking first
June 16, 2020, 09:05 PM
12131
quote:
Originally posted by bendable: Some don't mind a thank you, others give a stink eye.
Some accept a comped meal, others seem half offended.
Some are out going others ,not so much.
Instead of offering something to them, I just give the waitress the funds for the meal and then depart.
Why such a Debbie?
Q
June 16, 2020, 09:14 PM
charlie12
quote:
Originally posted by drill sgt:
quote:
Originally posted by charlie12:
quote:
Originally posted by drill sgt: This afternoon after returning from New Orleans/VA hospital heart (cardio) appointment for wife(veteran 8 1/2yrs) stopped into a Firemans Sub sandwich shop for a couple of subs. Walked in right behind a man that I had seen come from a 18wheeler truck parking lot. While waiting to place my order a man/wife couple sitting at a table saw my veterans cap as well as my leather vest (colors) (military themed) and said thanks for my service. Replied that I would do it again (9 1/2yrs and that the wife had 8 1/2yrs active duty also). Well I guess that the truck driver(from OHIO) overheard our conversation and offered to pay for both me/wife. Tried to say thanks but was not necessary. But he would not take a no as a answer. Was welcomed supprise. But I was able to get him to accept a key ring colored bead(green/yellow/red commbination pattern of the Viet Nam service ribbon) that one leg is for those that return and the other leg as for our brothers and sisters that did not return home. His reply as that he would be honored to carry it in remembernce of our troops. Have passed out over 200 sets to vets or a family member in honor of their service. Earlier today passed a bead to a young RN nurse at the hospital check in station and she started to cry out of gratiude. Have been asked how much is the cost = reply that those that served have already paid in full. Sometimes strangers will suprise you. God Bless Our Troops/past/present/future. .................drill sgt.
Keith you didn't try to hug her did you?
^^^^^^^^^ Must admit that SHE broke protocol and started a small 1/2 hug and could not help myself and I finished it off the other 1/2. ............................drill sgt.
Glad I go to the Baton Rouge VA Clinic and not NOLA they have a blind RN there
_______________________________________________________ And no, junior not being able to hold still for 5 seconds is not a disability.
June 17, 2020, 06:05 PM
sig229-SAS
quote:
Originally posted by Johnny 3eagles: Drill Sgt, tell me more about these key rings.
Same question I was going to ask, I would love to have some to give away as well.
June 17, 2020, 07:39 PM
bozman
Gotta love us Buckeyes. Nice to see someone representing the state in good form.
Thank you for your service...
The "Boz"
June 18, 2020, 09:30 AM
bendable
9 definitions of "Debbie" on Google.
So,. . . . . .
Safety, Situational Awareness and proficiency.
Neck Ties, Hats and ammo brass, Never ,ever touch'em w/o asking first
