The Navy Years
Causing trouble in the Navy I was given advice about not drawing attention to myself when I joined the Navy. One of the cardinal sins was not to be "political" by contacting elected officials, especially with complaints. I ignored this advice and this is the story. I was
Daily Journal
On this day, a daily journal entry for December 17, 2023. Christmas decorating, Green Center treasures and the picture theme of the day.
The Navy Years
Haircuts for #ThrowbackThursday and some memories of Boot Camp
The Navy Years
Helicopter Combat Support Squadron Hc1 and HC-7 aboard the USS Bon Homme Richard (CVA-31) - 1970
Analog Photography
After I finished my Avionics training in at the Naval Training Center in Millington, Tennessee, I was stationed at NAS Ream Field in California. I loved California.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
I was dismayed to hear of the COVID-19 outbreak on the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). I can attest that "social distancing" is impossible on an aircraft carrier.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
March 29th is National Vietnam War Veterans day, In normal times I wouldn't pay much attention but in the year of the Coronavirus Pandemic I worry about my fellow Vets suffering from Agent Orange disabilities.
Prison
A visit to Cummins Prison Farm in 1968
1970s
The Navy Years: Photos from Singapore
The Navy Years
A visit to the grave of Joseph Palmer, a man whose epitaph reads "Persecuted for Wearing the Beard"
Hong Kong
I managed to stay healthy in the Navy thanks to multiple immunizations.
Hong Kong
Lunch at the Tai Pak floating restaurant in Aberdeen, HK