Sorry to say I am not a Vet but from a family of many.
Grandfather WWII USMC - 43-46 (guam to Oki to Occupation of China). Passed in 1998. Turned down Purple Heart carrying his dead buddy ashore at Oki.
Old man - Army - dropped out of HS before second semester of Sophomore year and joined the Army 60-63. "And almost volunteered to save a "smart kid" from dying, but didn't at the last minute.
I had all of my papers signed to go to Knox, and join Armored Cav. But opted to go to college and had a recruiter that turned into a friend.
I play paintball with alot of vets. Military jargon and it's lifestyle is second nature to me, I regret not joining.
I know you guys are probably wondering why in the hell I'm writing this! But, Here goes....six words.
Thank you for serving, thank you.
ODDUSMC "Semper Fi, Do or Die, oorah!!"(see you up in the skies)
Masher (Karaya2)