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February 06, 2021, 09:29 AM
Graniteguy
Inspiring post David. Congrats on staying the course and finding your big brother !
February 06, 2021, 09:38 AM
az4783054
You have a lot to be grateful for.
February 06, 2021, 09:44 AM
911Boss
As they say, ”What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger”
You seem to be proof of that. Keep on keeping on, you got this.
What part of "...Shall not be infringed" don't you understand???
February 06, 2021, 09:58 AM
MikeinNC
Yup, bad shit happens to everyone....it’s how you react to it and work through it makes you a fighter. Not letting it define you is the key.
Prayers for your grandson.
"Violence, naked force, has settled more issues in history than has any other factor.” Robert A. Heinlein
“You may beat me, but you will never win.” sigmonkey-2020
“A single round of buckshot to the torso almost always results in an immediate change of behavior.” Chris Baker
February 06, 2021, 10:04 AM
cruiser68
Thanks for posting. Sounds like a pretty rough tale. Sounds like you have made the best of things. Life is never easy IMO. Sometimes it is much harder for some than others.
February 06, 2021, 10:08 AM
irreverent
quote:
Originally posted by MikeinNC: Yup, bad shit happens to everyone....it’s how you react to it and work through it makes you a fighter. Not letting it define you is the key.
Prayers for your grandson.
I used to have the title thread quote “never give up” hanging in my bedroom as a kid. I completely agree with Mike.
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February 06, 2021, 10:08 AM
SIGGUY (THE 1ST)
An amazing read sig. Strong is definitely a word For you.
-------------------------------------------------------2/28/2015 ~ Rest in peace Dad. Lt Commander E.G.E. USN Love you.
February 06, 2021, 10:16 AM
pedropcola
Thanks for sharing. We all need to hear stuff like that sometimes.
Wow you have had more than your fair share of hardship but it seems you have persevered which has turned into many blessings. It should only get better from here.
February 06, 2021, 10:49 AM
SigFan
I believe that was probably difficult to write here, but probably also somewhat cathartic. You have indeed weathered some storms, some of which might cause a lesser man to throw in the towel; but you’re still here. That’s a testament to your character as well as the positive influences in your life. Of course, negative ones also shape who we are.
Prayers for your grandson and the whole family. Stay strong! Thanks for sharing.
Regards From Sunny Tucson, SigFan
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"Faith isn't believing that God can; it's knowing that He will." (From a sign on a church in Nicholasville, Kentucky)
February 06, 2021, 10:50 AM
ArtieS
CONGRATULATIONS! You sir, are a rock star.
You overcame, and now have a million things to live for. I remember your posts about building your place in Arizona and the sunsets with your dog.
You made it. Live well.
"I vowed to myself to fight against evil more completely and more wholeheartedly than I ever did before. . . . That’s the only way to pay back part of that vast debt, to live up to and try to fulfill that tremendous obligation."
Alfred Hornik, Sunday, December 2, 1945 to his family, on his continuing duty to others for surviving WW II.
February 06, 2021, 10:54 AM
wingfoot
Incredible story, could be a book in there somewhere. Thanks for sharing.
February 06, 2021, 11:18 AM
Rey HRH
Every man has a story and, at least, you were able to put it in words succinctly.
I feel you on making E4 three times. But, at least, you made it through.
Take care.
"It did not really matter what we expected from life, but rather what life expected from us. We needed to stop asking about the meaning of life, and instead to think of ourselves as those who were being questioned by life – daily and hourly. Our answer must consist not in talk and meditation, but in right action and in right conduct. Life ultimately means taking the responsibility to find the right answer to its problems and to fulfill the tasks which it constantly sets for each individual." Viktor Frankl, Man's Search for Meaning, 1946.
February 06, 2021, 11:37 AM
bald1
My friend you have indeed lead an interesting and challenging life. Your subject line is befitting as well as solid advice to us all. Thank you for sharing.
Certifiable member of the gun toting, septuagenarian, bucket list workin', crazed retiree, bald is beautiful club! USN (RET), COTEP #192
February 06, 2021, 12:15 PM
bendable
But, by creating unhelpful and vague thread titles, you guys are defeating the purpose of our measures meant to insure that your own discussions stay on track.
Look at the thread title. What does it tell you about what's being discussed in this thread?
How will anyone reading it know it's not about someone's dog having an accident on the floor? Or soliciting advice on how to get wine stains out of white carpet? Or what to do when you launch your AR lower pivot pin detent into hyperspace?
Before you post, please make your thread titles germane to the conversation you intend to have. It helps everyone including your fellow members.
-LDD
Safety, Situational Awareness and proficiency.
Neck Ties, Hats and ammo brass, Never ,ever touch'em w/o asking first
February 06, 2021, 12:52 PM
bald1
Give it a rest bendable. The thread title here is just fine.
