Hello everyone, just wanted to check in and say I don't care if something is spelled right, it is the feelings that count here to me. I agree that it is harder at our age to loose so many more friends & family. Of corse along with that I feel way more pain seeing the way many are treated by the country after being told they have cancer & 15% chance to live but have to keep working. I spent most of today at the VA, now they want another EMG & other test. Yet I have to be so thankful for serving in Nam and the VA. I wish you all could say the same thing if you need help. Again my heart goes out to all who have lost someone.
Ken Strong Jr
Lafayette, IN USA - Friday, November 30, 2007 at 20:17:34 (MST)

It certainly is a sad time for our 129th family...now the loss of Alex's sister... as he himself said, we're in that age group now...the age group where we start losing loved ones. Alex and Liz.....my deepest sympathy. It's been a tough couple of years for you 2..and yet you step up to lead us...you step up to encourage us to attend the re-unions so we can meet each other, and in the case of you 129ers see your brothers of "old" once again. You have been our role models and strength...let us be there for you now in whatever way you need us. God Bless. Art, please pet the remaining love of your life for me...sounds like a wonderful companion. To all----you're a brotherhood--I'm proud to be part of the 129th family. L-Gently
Gently
USA - Friday, November 30, 2007 at 06:58:06 (MST)

Alex, Art, sorry to hear about your losses. unfortunatly we are getting to that age when friends and loved ones go thru the doorway to a better place and leave us behind. just remember they ARE in a much better place, and one day we WILL join them again. Alex, call me, I don't have your number anymore for some reason. Later, Don
Don Miller
Valley Farms, AZ USA - Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 21:20:51 (MST)

you know like Fred sad a spelling check I just found out I got one PC smart I am NOT you know just put a sixty in front off & we are all set.One shore would work out good know with my eyes out there hunting deer shore would shore get him every time
Art
USA - Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 21:07:03 (MST)

Hi every one have I got a lot to learn but got a lot of help here Glenda Brother has help me so much I just dont know what I do with out him my daughter Tammy trys to but the biges help is SCOOTER he sleep with me when he come over O when we came home the night Glenda went HOME to be with are LOARD I pick up SCOOTER & told him that he would not see MOW MOW he has not even look for Glenda one time but he will sleep on her pellow every time I just look at him laying there like she was there but I got to keep in line to see Glenda one day & every one that had some one go home just think you will be with them one day. so brother & sister take care LOVE Art
Art
USA - Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 20:52:46 (MST)

Alex and Art - So sorry for your loss.
Jim Hydinger
USA - Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 19:29:30 (MST)

James Ellis, good to see that you found this site. Welcome Home. I live about 65 miles from Morehead City.
J. W. Wilson <kas3atportbridge.com>
Kinston, N. C. USA - Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 17:28:21 (MST)

Alex, Iam sorry to learn of your loss. I am praying for you and your family.
J. W. Wilson
Kinston , N.C. USA - Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 17:22:00 (MST)

Dennis Thanks & Happy Veterans Day "yerself". Gary. I am awake LOL :-)
Bruno E Sanchez
Laredo, TX USA - Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 12:54:20 (MST)

Wanted to add a few things. ART--sorry for the loss of your Glenda, God Bless her and your family. GENTLY, hope you are feeling better. GREG.H.-Animal would like a phone number to call you. A special late Veterans Day hello to both BRUNO and BERNIE. Two men who by the grace of God are still with us. On Nov. 3 I buy dumb luck flew into West Palm Beach, Fl., and got to visit with Rick "Rebel" Smith and his wife Barb. They met Deb and I at the airport and we had a short but nice visit before our connecting flight to Cleveland and Buffalo. FRED MY HOME NUMBER IS 814-362-0103 OR CELL 814-558-0156. Give me a heads up before your next trip through McKean Co.
Dennis Faucher <dennis_faucher@hotmail.com>
Bradford, Pa USA - Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 12:20:02 (MST)

Alex, so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. We will keep her in our prayers. Bill & Kat
Bill Wolf
USA - Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 08:52:06 (MST)

Alex, sorry for the loss of your sister Angie. God Bless her and your family. Gary, It was great to talk with your last night. 35 years is way to long. Will not lose you again buddy. Fred Alvis, was a bonus this morning talking with you, but next time you are in McKean Co. Pa. let me know in advance, I was having coffee within a mile of were you turned off of 219 at 7:30am. I will cancel my schedule to meet and talk over breakfast or whatever on me. I will get a letter to you on our x-mas experience ASAP. Dave Powers, I hope Nikki is feeling better. Will send email to tell you about hunting so far this year.
Dennis Faucher <dennis_faucher@hotmail.com>
Bradford, Pa USA - Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 08:42:55 (MST)

Alex---sorry for your loss----have not had time to stop by lately since starting with new company-----will try and stop by this weekend after we conclude services for my son-in law's father---My thoughts are with you.----------------------------------------------------------Dennis---great to talk with you last nite---good answers and some good chuckles---will talk more from now on.----------------------------ALL at this site---Thanks!!!!---May never have connected with others with out this site and assistance from all.--------Will make reservations for the St Louis re-union now.--------Wake up Bruno!!!!--say Hi !!----Drive safe Fred and others---call any time you are in my area.--------------------snoopy out----
Gary Woodward
Memphis, Tn USA - Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 05:00:39 (MST)

Mark, email me your new address again. Thanks. Bill
Bill Wolf <VHCMAPresident@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at 15:47:15 (MST)

Mark, will try to get your books (and the others ordered) out in the mail by Saturday. Bill
Bill Wolf
USA - Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at 15:36:19 (MST)

Been off a bit, very sorry to hear of all the losses & am praying for you all. Marky, Love ya & if theres anything i can do? I almost made it to where he is at. God Bless You!! We are all getting older & most got stuff wrong with us. We need to pray for each other. I'm doing it as i'm sure you all are>>> Love & Respects>>>> Smitty
jim westwang 71-72
Sheridan, wy USA - Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at 13:45:26 (MST)

Well it seems to go on. On sunday we had our sister Angie whom passed away from cancer in Akron,Ohio. She is this 1st in our immediate family. So, that makes it hard. But, I guess it never gets any easier. She will be missed but, like all those whom have passed on. They won't be forgotten. It's been a rough year on the 129th family. Always A Brother!! Wink and Fred A. be careful driving out there.
Alex
Collierville, TN. USA - Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at 06:07:20 (MST)

Gently, the photo is in the 129th Yahoo site under Kokomo2007 album, last picture. They need to send you a better picture as you can't enlarge it without losing resolution. Gale
Gale
USA - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 12:51:28 (MST)

Gently, the photo of the cut-out is on the 129th Yahoo site. The picture was so small that it loses the resolution when you enlarge it. Gale
Gale
USA - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 12:44:25 (MST)

I have just had a minute to scan the entries.....and my heart is very sad. We have lost 2 loved ones...Glenda and Dave. RIP. Art, stay strong...we're here as Family, remember that! Love, Gently
GENTLY
USA - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 11:02:18 (MST)

CHRISTMAS FUND BIDDING BEGINS:>))))) THE FIRST ITEM UP FOR BID IS A 129TH HELICOPTER WALL PLAQUE(WE HAVE 5). BEAUTIFULLY MADE AND DONATED TO OUR CAUSE. Wall Plaques: Approx 10 3/8" W X 7 3/4" H. wE'RE TRYING TOI GET A PHOTO OF IT ON THE WEB, BUT YOU KNOW YOU CAN TRUST ME WHEN I SAY IT'S BEAUTIFUL! MEL-HOW ABOUT A COUPLE OF THOSE BEAUTIFUL HAND-MADE BRACELETS:>))) BIDDING STARTS NOW: EMAIL ME AT GENTLYJS@YAHOO.COM WITH YOUR BIDS. I WILL KEEP EVERYONE UPDATED ON THE HIGH BID THROUGHOUT THE DAY. BIDDING WILL CLOSE AT NOON ON DEC 19TH IN TIME FOR ME TO GET THEM MAILED FOR CHRSITMAS GIVING. REMEMBER......YOUR WINNING BID CAN BE KEPT SECRET SHOULD YOU WISH TO SURPRISE A LOVED ONE WITH A PLAQUE:>))) L-GENTLY
Gently
USA - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 10:50:11 (MST)

Hey Bill Wolf, can you send me 4 more copies of the 129th book if you still have any? Let me know.And thanks for your prayers man..................always a brother
Mark
USA - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 09:59:01 (MST)

Hey Gang! Mark, glad you got your brother home - sounds like you'll have your hands full. We'll keep him in our prayers. Got to spend 2 1/2 hours in the Motor Vehicle Department yesterday, but sat next to the area where uniformed military stand (they have their own counter) and got to talk with several of them. Just re-enforces what a tremendous generation of soldiers we have! Professional, polite, and dedicated! And they were very respectful of Vietnam vets. While our politicians may be lacking, we are in good hands with our military! God bless them! Bill
Bill Wolf <VHCMAPresident@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 09:44:14 (MST)

Good to see all the chatter gang. Got my older brother home from Hong Kong last weekend. Hired a traveling nurse escort to do so. I wasn't going back over there. Drove right from the airport to the hospital here in Coldwater. Doing new test on him. He has non-curable liver disease. So don't know what to expect from it all. He is still pretty confused. The man has 3 or 4 degrees in a couple different things but cant even write him name right now. It's a shame, but that's the trail he faces. Seems to be improving daily. What I do know is that his and my relationship as brothers has jumped from nothing to Love in 4 days. I'm diggin; that. havnt have a blood brother since Larry got killed. Dave had already left to start his life long career of going to school.As I said, I'm loving having a brother again. I mean I got you guys but , well you know what I mean.........Kim, I havnt forgotten' bout your walking stick. Thanks for your patience and forgive me for being so tardy on it.....Fred Skaggs? You been following High school football this year? Coldwater plays Youngstown Cardinal Mooney for the state title over on the other side of the state next Saturday. We are 13-1 they are 14-0 and ranked number one in the state. Coldwater's coach said we are playing the best football they have played all year..........Good to see of you quite ones chime in lately. Thanks for keeping the website alive. I love you all.............always a brother...........
Mark
USA - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 00:22:49 (MST)

Thanks Fred, you've been pretty quiet lately. I wasn't sure if you were checking the site or not. Gale
Gale
USA - Monday, November 26, 2007 at 16:37:45 (MST)

Gale......Fred Skaggs....416 Briant Park Drive....Springfield, N.J. 07081
Fred Skaggs
Springfield, NJ USA - Monday, November 26, 2007 at 15:24:11 (MST)

Flight, does anyone have a current address for Fred Skaggs? My last one for him was in Summit NJ..........did he move from there? Thanks, Gale
Gale
USA - Monday, November 26, 2007 at 14:51:51 (MST)

Bruno-----yea---I didn't add all the names on some even though I remember them.----I still get a smile when I think of the look on Guerra's face his first time out-(don't remember for sure but he may have flown with me as gunner that day)--told him all would be ok.---He settled in pretty quick after that---glag to hear he is doing well--Still remember others as well and will do some updates in the future.------------Best to all-----------snoopy out
Gary Woodward
Memphis, USA - Monday, November 26, 2007 at 12:26:30 (MST)

Gary W. - I took a "look see" @ the new pic's you posted bro. Just for your info: Two of the fellows on the "bottom" are: on the left side "holding a piece of paper" - that is 1st Lt Jones. I dont remember his first name. WO Shilleto & Lt Jones used to be the AC & peter pete "respectively" on 426 . The other dude on the bottom row right below SP/4 Torres "is" PFC Rene Guerra. He's from San Antonio,TX. He's about 150 miles north of Laredo. He has come down once & visited. He retired as the rank of 1st SGT from the Army.
Bruno E Sanchez
Laredo, TX USA - Monday, November 26, 2007 at 09:34:13 (MST)

Art, my condolences. Sorry for your loss. Gary W. hope you had a fine Thanksgiving". Dennis F. welcome home "sir". I recall that nasty day when David got hit. As I recall the slick was ( with the bullet holes in the fuselage) in front of the maintence hanger. It was over thirty years ago. It is now "way" in the back of my mind. your face is kind of "blurred". But, I remember your expression on your face, was that you were mad. Anyway, Welcome Home "Bulldog". Dawg 426 is O'tta here.
Bruno E Sanchez
Laredo, TX USA - Monday, November 26, 2007 at 07:17:54 (MST)

Ray, I finally got your messages; It was good to talk on the phone. Hang in there with the pain as best you can. The Docs will hopefully break up your stones and give you some relief. Unfortunatly, I can be hard to get a hold of this time of year, but feel free to call anytime and with luck we'll connect. Art, Sorry for your loss, you're in my prayers. Dave, also praying. Aloha to all, Greg
Animal
Puna, HI USA - Saturday, November 24, 2007 at 23:59:31 (MST)

Hello all and sorry to hear of your lost Art and Dave Powers, it has been a while since we talked. I saw your post and hope your daughter is doing okay. Will put you and all our friends that have love ones sick on a prayer chain. I myself am starting to get into the the VA bull again but cannot be helped. Dave and all other 129ers, hope the future gets brighter for you all. Howard. ps. I am taking test for my problems but to early to really tell what they have or will find. Stand tall and walk taller...hard to do at 5ft 3 in..and enjoy the time we all have with the world and most of all your love ones. It was a honor to serve with you group of guys. me
Howard Boling 'Shorty' or 'Mini Oik' <boling7461@msn.com>
Bellingham, WA USA - Saturday, November 24, 2007 at 14:48:27 (MST)

Art, I am sorry to learn of your loss of Glenda. I am praying for you and your family.
J. W. Wilson
Kinston, N. C. USA - Saturday, November 24, 2007 at 12:20:45 (MST)

Our family celebrated Thanksgiving late this year so my wishes to you are a day late. Here's a toast to all my 129th comrades and their families. I lift my glass to you and to all the vets of past and present wars. I salute you. Special thoughts to out to the homeless vets. Here's hoping the American government will realize the tragedy of letting these vets slip through the cracks. How can the people who govern this nation live with themselves? It's a great nation but I'm ashamed of the government. That's my thought.
Jim Hydinger
USA - Friday, November 23, 2007 at 17:45:52 (MST)

Art, our deepest sympathies go out to you for your loss. It was a pleasure to have had the chance to visit with Glenda at the reunion. Our prayers are with you. Bill & Kat
Bill Wolf
USA - Friday, November 23, 2007 at 09:50:22 (MST)

ee you guys in two or three weeks...off to Flint Mi. this morning..have a great holiday season.
alvis
USA - Friday, November 23, 2007 at 04:33:13 (MST)

Hi I like to thank every onefor there words I told Glenda I would see here again. it seem like us Brother & Sisters we lost some LOVE ONE it leavs a part of you num & with NAM VET we had to not let are fealing get to us over there & took it home with us it was a long time befor I could tell Glenda what happento me one day that I will never get out of my head the day was nov 13 68 at around noon time when I lost 4 frends do to a 105 round & when I told Glenda she held me I am so sorry & i cryed like a baby & from that day she was there for me I wish I could do somthing to help you & there is GOD he will help if you let him & now Glenda not here I know GOD will GOD can do things that no buddy on this earth can that I know because he gave Glenda a better place to be than here no pain or hurting at all O Glenda told me some time back if I go befor you do you best not do somthing dum like to end it all GOD will not let that way to see ME befor I tryed to kill my self 5 time & when GOD put his arms out for here & took here I asked here Glenda brother & my daughter to let me be with Glenda alone & sead good by & then I sead no not good by but I will see you one day when GOD reaches out for me & GOD will have GLENDA THERE FOR ME & it will be GOD way well got to go now I am waiting for SCOOTER to get here my little peace of HEAVEN he is my power to cary on to it that time to let this fragel body behind & let GOD giv me a new one that wont ever wear out. BUT I THANK YOU ALL TAKE CARE ART
Arthur
USA - Thursday, November 22, 2007 at 19:50:20 (MST)

Today is a day of mixed emotions, ----my condolences to Art and best recovery wishes to all. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------DENNIS FAUCHER !!!!!_--------Have been looking for you since finding this site this year. ---I hope you received my e-mail sent today-----------I posted a couple of new pictures in "snoopy's Scrapbook" on the 129th group site also.-------Call me any time at all--------901-351-0586----even for a few minutes.------My l'll brother just called me and said you posted to the other site-----snoopy
Gary Woodward <garywdsi@yahoo.com>
Memphis, Tn USA - Thursday, November 22, 2007 at 12:51:11 (MST)

art so sorry for your loss. glenda just fit right in with the 129th family. she be missed by all. ********* fred, i'm on my way up to new york next wed. evening. don't know where your travels will take you that week. i'll be traveling 95 to 26 to 77 to 81, ,to 78 and than into new york. i'll be traveling back the 5th of dec. same route. so keep your eyes open for my black monti carlo, as i will be looking for you. 129th on your door.129th on my trunk. who knows. have a great thanksgiving to all.
wink
lake wales, fl USA - Thursday, November 22, 2007 at 09:35:15 (MST)

Alvis,If you can get me some info about your friend Mark Morton,we will try to find him. I have a full Basement that I never use,that he can use till he gets on his feet,besides I need company.I know that I am new to your group,but I just hate to see Homeless Vets. Next time you pass thru St.Louis give a call-618-236-7571,I am only 10 minutes away.
jim
shiloh, USA - Thursday, November 22, 2007 at 07:55:02 (MST)

One never knows who reads the "flight log". Thank you Phil/Simon. Phil sent me ome 129th AHC patches in the mail,while I was gone (bless his heart).I suppose he had read that my last patch was given away,which was mine,lol. Anyway,there are 6 patches in the envolope, 5 of which ,you guys are welcome to. i will,of course,mail them to you at no charge. Wishing the 129th family a most happy thanksgiving,a prayer for those watching over us and hugs to you all. I will be taking out of here before first light in the morn.Headed for Flint Mi. on the first leg of my 2 weeks out.JP, was very cloe to your place this week,rolled across Missouri and Ark. Reunion heads up for smokers...Missouri prices it smokes very cheaply. I bought four cartons at 25 bucks each. Most brands are priced very near this level. In some states I have been in,they are 60 bucks a carton. Laredo Texas..just got back from there...across the border,"boys town" is doing well and still there. Beers are a buck,women are now 20 bucks,wasnt told about drug prices.I didnt go over, I am now a "good boy". The federalies now patrole the area in pick up trucks with crewed machine guns mounted in the back bed area. Times have changed but some are the same. We all have seen deer,possums,ect, laying dead next to the roadways.Comming across Pa I saw a BEAR that had been freshly hit.Didnt see what hit it,but bet it was dented up a bit. crossed the mississippi river 4 time last week. Been from NY City,to Laredo Tx,up state NY,Pa, Iowa ,st. louis ect. Folks , we are blessed with a beautiful country and great, kind folks,everywhere.
alvis
USA - Thursday, November 22, 2007 at 07:05:45 (MST)

Art: Sorry hear of your loss of Glenda. Liz and I enjoyed both of you being at the Orlando reunion and sitting at our dinner table. She was a wonderfull Lady and, will be missed You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. The 129th Family is hear for you. And, hope the rest of the 129th Family has a safe Thanksgiving. Haven't really been around folks since 1965 for thanksgiving or Christmas. Vietnam has played a large role in that. Can't be around more than a few people during theses times. So, I spend most of my time in the woods hunting. Always A Brother!!! Alex
Alex
Collierville, TN USA - Thursday, November 22, 2007 at 05:51:27 (MST)

Art, so sorry to hear of Glenda's passing... prayers and God's peace be with you. Fred A. good to see your post. Sorry to hear about your pal Mark.
Dave Powers
USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at 20:58:32 (MST)

Geez Art, sorry to hear about your loss. What a sweet lady Glanda was. Take care of yourself brother and stay in touch...............always a abrother..............
Mark
USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at 20:22:07 (MST)

Art; sorry for your loss. you will be in our prayers, paul and ida
paul mcgrath
lasalle, il USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at 19:11:19 (MST)

Art we are so sorry for your your lost,we be in touch,Me and Gail were glad to get to know her.but mow she is in a beter place,i Ray & Gail
ray
md USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at 17:13:19 (MST)

While on my journies these past 3 weeks, I found myself in Allentown Pa.Having an old friend, a good friend, from the army at Carson,and a few years after,I looked in the 'book" for his parents addy/telephone no.Called and had great chat. He and I,and 2other guys, were a very close circle of Nam Vet friends. the one friend I was the melesst to,I ask about. Seems he is now a homeless , street person,living in Denver Colorado.This guy was a grunt,airborne and all that,CIB,ect.This really distresses me. One cannot find a more kind,giving person than my friend Mark Morton. Mark liked his beer,as did all of us. I got his wife,Patty and him together. She was the love of his life,the only woman Iever knew him tobe with. mark thought of himelfas ugly,due to pimple scars from his youth. Patty made him complete.his inner lonliness was gone,replaced by joy and love. Patty liked her beer as well.All of us friends from the circle,drifted from one state to another,doing jobs,living together sometimes,all ways partting together,alwas sharing holidays,fun and peronsonal tradgies.After i left \the group, the circle of trusted friends,patty caught pneumonia and died. Mark was devestaded.Hehad her creamated,remains placedin a jar,he alway kept with him.20 yearsago i lost touch with the circle,till 2 weeks ago.I intended to find this man. he does not deserve his fate.
alvis
USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at 16:39:27 (MST)

Dang Art, I am truely sorry for your loss. Susan and I send you our hugs and condolances.
alvis
USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at 16:15:40 (MST)

Art, Glenda was a really nice person and we're glad we got to meet her in Orlando.....................our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. Gale Debbie
Gale
USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at 16:01:12 (MST)

Art, My sincerest condolences to you and your familey. Take care of your self now.. Kal..
Kal Bergstrom 67/68 <n8auu (a) email dot com>
Saint Joseph, MI USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at 13:28:54 (MST)

Hi every one just want to let you know Glenda with GOD now her hart gave out tuesday & went to a better place Art
Arthur Foster
USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at 13:15:04 (MST)

Slow Hand Salute to Dave Fesmire of the VHCMA. He passed away this morning from terminal cancer. He was diagnosed with cancer about 3 weeks ago and the Dr's said he had about 3 months. Dave inspired all of us Unit Coordinators to look for the guys that we served with. He had 100+ of his Dark Horse men at the reunion in Orlando this year. He will be sadly missed. Information will be posted on the VHCMA website hopefully in the next day or so where you can send cards to his wife Karen and their family. Please keep them in your prayers. Always a Brother, Alex
Alex Fernwalt
Collierville, TN USA - Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at 19:08:06 (MST)

I have found the most important thing in our lives is FAMILY. I have several grand children and I am sure you are proud of everyone of yours. Have a great day GRANDPA
James Ellis <drellis101@hotmail.com>
Morehead, NC USA - Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at 13:26:01 (MST)

CONGRATS- Dave Powers
Bruno E Sanchez
Laredo, TX USA - Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at 12:10:58 (MST)

That makes 6 grandchildren for us! Little David Maverick Powers makes our second grand son! A note to those of you I've spoken with... my daughter Nikki just went through her second thyroid surgery just fine (second half of the thyroid gland) about 1 hour ago. The first half surgery on 11-6 revealed cancer. Prognosis is very good. Thanks for the prayers and support...
Dave Powers
USA - Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at 11:27:24 (MST)

Hey ALL, say congratulations to grandpa Dave P. Dave, grand children certainly make all the struggles in the world worthwhile, eh?....Gently, hope you're recovering well, let Joe wait on you for a while :>))
Kim
USA - Monday, November 19, 2007 at 18:04:00 (MST)

BTW, Gently, Jim and I wish for you to have a speedy recovery....
Vickey Burnsed
USA - Monday, November 19, 2007 at 12:11:38 (MST)

Great news Vickey! We're glad for both of you.;o). Flight, Before LZ St Louis, we are going to Branson Mo for a couple days. Never been there, so, can anyone recommend a nice reasonable place for 2-3 days? Gale
Gale
USA - Monday, November 19, 2007 at 11:53:41 (MST)

I haven't been able to wipe the smile off of Stickmans' face since Friday. Can't seem to keep his feet on the ground, either. That beautiful airplane of his came home to his house. He finally got the field in good enough shape, and about 5:00 Friday, N129JA landed in his back yard. He can look out of his window and see his (other) baby...
Vickey
Pembroke, GA USA - Monday, November 19, 2007 at 11:37:44 (MST)

Helloooooo 129th....finally back home for a few weeks after teaching in CA for 4 weeks straight!! Thank goodness for being a Drill Sgt for 2 years - made for some tough vocal cords!!! lol Hope you all had a nice Veteran's Day! Now that I'm in home base for a bit, will be trying to get more things done for the VHCMA reunion next June as well as checking out some things for the 09 reunion. Judith - you get well quickly and no running in the hallways!!! Bill
Bill Wolf <VHCMAPresident@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, November 17, 2007 at 10:11:02 (MST)

Gently get well soon, know it is hard doing this during the holidays. Ray hope they find something to help you out. Mine is my Right shoulder & leg but for now they just keep up with pain meds. I at least know where my problems are, just need to get them worked on. Everyone take care..
Ken Strong Jr
Lafayette, IN USA - Thursday, November 15, 2007 at 20:51:18 (MST)

hello to all.i know its ben a while since i made apost.iam doing ok. they stil cant find whats wrong with the upper chest and sholder but it hurts ike heck, oh the va is givingme a scooder to ride so i can get out wih gail ,it was approved right there. there going to run some test,find out what happen that i cant walk.its getting worse.i thought tell you how all is...gently how are you feeling,i pray you stay out of pain, kepp off as much as you can ;-)).i try to get on more.mis everyone i try to get on. tonight i have to get more blood work done i try to call some of you alex i try you hope your not woring ar rick wink i tr you to soontake care abrother always ray
ray <stilwating@aol.com>
md USA - Thursday, November 15, 2007 at 12:36:46 (MST)

Judith "Gently Get well soon. I have had the same done to my left knee and got through it fine. The micro surgery is alot better.
James Ellis <drellis101@hotmail.com>
Morehead, NC USA - Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at 17:38:08 (MST)

November 14, 1968 I ETS'd from Ft Campbell Ky. My wife & I had lived there off post in a trailer court since June of 68. We had the 67 Mustang GT Fastback(390c.i., 325hp, 4-sp)packed to the gills and ready to hit the road as soon as I cleared the base. Life was good! That was Vickie, my first wife 11 years. Then my second wife LuAnn for 20 years. Now I'm on my third wife.....Debbie, my "wife for life". I searched a long time for her and life is good again! Joe, thanks for the info on Gently and thanks for your thoughts for all of us. The same feelings are extended to you Brother! Gale
Gale 67-68
USA - Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at 09:23:48 (MST)

November 14, 2007 To all our 129th Veterans Subject: Judith "Gently" Singer Judith went in for orthoscopic knee surgery on Monday, Nov. 12th, She had injured her knee in January and had hoped the pain would just go away. Finally she relented and went to a specialist who convinced her that surgery was necessary. So that is why she will be out of the office for a week or two. Please feel free to send her a Get Well Soon card. Her/our address is: 2228 N. 115th St. Wauwatosa, WI 53227 Home Tele: (414) 607-0527 E-mail: Gentlyjs@yahoo.com On a personal note. She got the Families of the Fallen from Wisconsin together for the Veterans Day Parade in Milwaukee. Their presence was our honor. To those that were not able to make it, were in all our Hearts and Minds. Our dear Loved Ones from the 129th were indeed remembered then and always. May the Good Lord watch over and guide all of us, Now and Forever. May the Good Lord's Blessing be with you all, Joe Campbell - Vietnam Vet 67/68 Joseph F. Campbell Machinery & Welder Corporation 2225 S. 116th St. West Allis, WI 53227 Tele: (414) 546-3433 Fax: (414) 546-4204
Joe Campbell <jfcampbell@machweld.com>
Wauwatosa, WI USA - Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at 08:15:25 (MST)

evening flight, hope everyone had a happy and safe vererans day. I did ....... just relaxed all weekend. (don't get that around here much) I was listening to the radio today and for the guys and gals in the Phoenix area. Camelback Jack (Kool-FM 94.5) said that on Thursday around 5:30 he would be talking to Adrian Croenour (SP). he will also be in Phoenix this coming weekend. sorry ... I forgot where he will be but if you listen to KOOL-FM I am sure they will tell us all again. Have a great Thanksgiving, looks like we are going to go camping and spend the weekend out on the desert. we will deep fry a turkey and eat till we are miserable. :-D Later, Don
Don Miller
Valley Farms, AZ USA - Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at 21:26:12 (MST)

in Oct 1969, when i was with the 120th at long Binh, We were on about a 300 ft final to Hotel 3 Heliport (Saigon) carrying some important pacs as well as courier material from USARV. The Droop Cam Compensator rolled over, a piece that kinda looks like the cam on a compound bow but flatter. it is by the fuel control & responsible for maintaining engine RPMS as more power is pulled. PP had the aircraft, we began to lose eng & rotor RPM. AC grabbed collective & slammed it down, then pulled all pitch at 15-20ft. skids up around gun mounts, ends main rotor blades hit & broke off. Investigation called it ( an extremely hard landing) I called it a controlled crash. LOL i was still shaky 3 days later. -- my experience with Droop Cam (Fear)>>>>>smitty
jim westwang 71-72
Sheridan, wy USA - Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at 13:55:12 (MST)

Not Dale, meant Kal
Ken Strong
USA - Monday, November 12, 2007 at 14:29:19 (MST)

Mark I wanted to add a couple things to what Dale said about the flight controls. I should remember better after all the years rigging them. Still it has been a while even though I thought the movement was slightly further. Just setting without the engine running you can move the Cyclic Stick easier while the collective is pushing a lot more without the hydraulics to help. The best thing if you get the chance is to watch what happens if someone holds the colective all the way up and lets you walk the blades around to see what happens to the pitch of each blade while thinking how the aircraft in moving forward. When you get them 90 degrees from the airframe you have the advancing & retreating point. The cyclic really comes in to the plain level if your flying straight ahead. Now try to think if you were flying at a 130 knots, Rotor RPM in the RED going into retreating blade stall. If your lucky you will see the blades seem to stop, if not you will hear a noise like none other as the main drive shaft breaking into a thousand pieces. I forgot the math but it comes down to the speed of the aircraft plus the speed of the blade and the retreating blade minus the speed of the aircraft. I used to do weight and balance for aircraft too. It is a surprize as you get two new helicopters and the CG isn't the same because of empty weight. Hay when we all get together again I hope the 509 will be there to show you all the tricks.
Ken Strong Jr
Lafayette, IN USA - Monday, November 12, 2007 at 14:28:15 (MST)

Correction to last post Bruno---I got three Veterans Day presents---My wife (Susan) also brought me a Camo-Teddy Bear with a flag patch
Gary Woodward
memphis, USA - Monday, November 12, 2007 at 12:52:28 (MST)

Bruno!!!!---good to hear from you-------The "Hi Maw" picture you are looking at has Sgt Morrison on the left of rotor head and me on the right.---D.Stamper is just below me and Torres next to him---followed below by more of the clan.----------------How are you doing???-have not heard from you since the "G.B" issue---have been through a full battery of testing myself with more Cat-Scans due------Those will have to wait though as I received a letter of termination from my company today!--------It's ALL GOOD --I made a call and confirmed an offer for more than Double $$$ in less than a hour.------------------See--I got two presents for Veterans Day!!!!-------------Best to all today----------------Snoopy out---
Gary Woodward <garywdsi@yahoo.com>
Memphis, Tn USA - Monday, November 12, 2007 at 12:49:09 (MST)

Claude Strother & Tom Shaw & David Stamper - I remember. Slow hand salute. Yesterday I was "going over" the 129th year book. Hey Gary W. Is that you in Hi Maw picture Or are "u" the other dude?
Bruno E Sanchez
Laredo, TX USA - Monday, November 12, 2007 at 07:46:18 (MST)

Well, off to wonderful California for a weeks teaching! Oh joy. Used to think it was "beautiful California" till I moved to Colorado (where it truly is beautiful!!). Glad they got the fires out though!! You all have great week! Bill
Bill Wolf <VHCMAPresident@aol.com>
USA - Monday, November 12, 2007 at 07:21:15 (MST)

Here is hoping everyone had a great Veterans Day.. Mark, the collective is hinged in the rear and should have no side or end movement. As I remember, it could be pulled up in the area of abt 6 inches but that may really be far off.. Once a cruise was set there usually was not much movement required and after it was set a little change in cyclic to either speed up or slow down a bit was enough to keep from moving the collective again till a decent ot climb or major speed change was initiated. The engine throtle was on the collective and when it was full on you used the beep button to controll or set the RPM. A device called the "droop compensator" kept the engine RPM at a set point when power was either added or decreased. True, the higher the collective is pulled the more pitch applied to the rotor blades. Now, read up on the "swash plate" and how it applies the pitch to the blades as they go around to controll direction of flight.. Have fun.. C Ya.. Kal..67/68..
Kal Bergstrom 67/68 <n8auu (at) email dot com>
Saint Joseph, MI USA - Sunday, November 11, 2007 at 16:41:56 (MST)

Hey guys, maybe you don't see yourselves as heroes but the parents & siblings back in the States during that war sure do!! We watched the films on the news of actual battle. Not like today...I see them as heroes also, but the news doesn't show what they are going thru. I just wish they all could come home. I don't believe in war but I believe in our troops!! Bless you Sandy (Gale's sis)
sandy <sla621@sbcglobal.net>
Clinton, In USA - Sunday, November 11, 2007 at 16:33:51 (MST)

Got a mechanical question about the Huey. The Collective control stick. As I sat in the Huey at Kokomo this year I was playing with the collective control. I noticed that it barely move front to rear and left to right. Does the movement of the stick have any bearing on control of the ship what so ever? And did the one at Kokomo just move slightly because it was in a static position? I read in the ST 55-165 ( UH-1 Systems and Components manual) that when the sticks are "UP", main rotor blades are at high pitch and when "DOWN" the blades are at low pitch. Question is how much movement was "UP" and "DOWN". I know it has the power control on it and some switches such as starter, governor, idle stop , landing light and search light. Just wondering about it's movement.
Mark
USA - Sunday, November 11, 2007 at 15:59:44 (MST)

happy Veterans day to all of you. God Bless you and thanks for your service for our great country and for me. I personally want to thank all of you also for being a Very,Very large , positive part of my healing in the loss of Larry. As I have said before, I may have lost one brother but have gained hundreds in you. I salute you all..........always a brother...................
Mark
USA - Sunday, November 11, 2007 at 15:33:01 (MST)

Happy Veteran's Day to all of you in the 129th!! Like many of us, I now have sons who are veterans. So, Happy Veteran's Day to my son Bill who just got out of the Marine Corps and to my son James who served as a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne and is now earning his 2nd Lieutenant's bars!! You boys are my heros! Always a Brother! Bill
Bill Wolf <VHCMAPresident@aol.com>
USA - Sunday, November 11, 2007 at 10:29:31 (MST)

Wishing all a safe Veterans Day. 42 years ago some of us were preparing for a life changing experience. It was called Vietnam. And here 42 years later. it seems like yesterday. I contacted Larry Fleming. He was in the VA hospital in Dallas, TX. He was the como guy back in 65-66. Always A Brother!!
Alex
Collierville, TN USA - Sunday, November 11, 2007 at 07:21:47 (MST)

Today we thank all those unsung Veterans Both past,and present and future.let us send a letter of thanks to our troops in Iraq.WWW.Letssaythanks.com
jimu
shiloh, IL USA - Sunday, November 11, 2007 at 06:40:36 (MST)

Good morning to all and respects to all on Vetrans Day.-----------------After reviewing the various comments the past week it is clear that there many opinions and a lot of emotions for all of us.----------------------For my 2 cents-----having proudly served with the 129th through good and bad times, then working with the B-1B and Space Shuttle program for eight years, and more recently working as a firefighter for Tn. and the Emergency Rescue Squad for the police department I have multiple feelings about Vetrans day and "hero" postings.-------------------Even though Vetrans Day is for the living I find myself reflecting on Brothers lost and memories past. (This holds true for all other holidays as well) Memorial Day causes a more direct reflection on losses and regrets.---"Hero" brings to mind a multitude of thoughts and respect for all that have gone "above and beyond" to serve others, both in war and civilian catagories.---------We all have our opinions and I try to respect each.---Commercialization of holidays is a side effect of many that look for $$$$ to be made from actions and events of others.(right or wrong). --I guess you could say that a father simply soothing the tears of a child would be considered a hero by the child at that point and the same father may have given his life while doing his duty with the (129th) or others and is considered a hero by us.-------------Enough of my ramblings---------Bless All ----------Have a great day and remember God, love, honor,family, friends, country, Vetrans,Hero's, and my heros-(you)the 129th.--------------snoopy out-------
Gary Woodward <garywdsi@yahoo.com>
Memphis, Tn USA - Sunday, November 11, 2007 at 05:54:25 (MST)

Good evenin' to all Bite N'strikerz..Here's wishing you & yours a safe & happy Veterans Day. Tomorrow my son Sgt.L.P.Adams will be marching with his fellow Iraqi Freedom Vets in New York City, but not before a memorial service at "Ground Zero"in lower Manhattan. Elke & I plan on attending this opportunity to honor those who served,& those still serving our nation. I'm still concerned about the constant confusion over this holiday: Vetreans Day is for the LIVING veterans...Memorial Day is for the deceased veterans. By the way, this weekend is the 25th Anniversary of the dedication of the Vietnam WALL in D.C. God Bless America! Clear Left,lenny!
Lenny "Fire" Adams <rtrwingnut@yahoo.com>
USA - Saturday, November 10, 2007 at 16:43:38 (MST)

Welcome to the site James Ellis, you are truly Home! Everyone have a safe Veterans day>>> Love & Respects to all & a Slow Hand Salute to All Lost Vets from all Wars>>> Smitty
jim westwang 71-72
Sheridan, wyoming USA - Saturday, November 10, 2007 at 12:30:54 (MST)

gale, ken, my feelings 100% a lot of eople have no idea what VETERANS DAY is all about. thats because alot of schools are not teaching the meaning of this country an what it stands for.and what it means to be a veteran anthe honor to service this country , right or wrong.thats why i beleive that evrybody should spent two years in the service. this way every citizen will get a frist hand look at the rest of the world an realize how lucky we are to be born in this country. this is my oppinion and not sorry for it. if i offend anyone, well to bad. i respect other peoples opinion wheather or not it agress with mine. so my opinion should be respected as well so i have nothing to be sorry about. but we have earned that right. too all, have a good veterans day an hold your head up high. wink 3/69- 10/70
wink
lake wales, fl USA - Saturday, November 10, 2007 at 08:05:22 (MST)

Gale well I agree and have the same commercial running here, not sure if it is the same chain. While in the service I guess it was just considered a part of the job to go into harms way. Or after James Town the unit that went to recover the bodies all got medals which I felt was wrong because it was thier job. Many times the 114th Avn in Panama went off to other countries to help and retrieve the dead from so many things. That was the crews job on those Hueys & doubt it was even on the news in the states. I do see a hero in a place like this when a nephew fell through the ice and a police officer dove into the freezing water to save his life & they were both in the hospital. In my mind it is someone who made a choice to do something great for others. I am not sure if it was like a pilot and I making a choice to fly a medivac mission at 1 AM to a mountain 9,000 feet high in less than good weather a choice, it was our job. If we had scewed up and gotten killed it wouldn't have made the news. Most likely in would have ended up in the Army's Safety report as pilot error. For me I don't want to be called a hero for serving in a war because it makes me feel unworthy. I will always see what my father did during WWII as a thing I could never match up with and we were the lucky ones who came home. This is still a day to honor all those who served and those who never came home, not to lump it together with everyone else they can think of. Everyone these are my feelings about the adds on TV and the word hero!
Ken Strong Jr.
Lafayette, IN USA - Saturday, November 10, 2007 at 07:02:09 (MST)

Rick, quite a move, chevy, Jr, Hendrick motorsports....good luck . Let's not forget to add all the other commercialization that's gone on in this country. xmas, thanksgiving ,memorial day. Add to that, the hero worship of athletes, and the word hero becomes meaningless!
Kim
USA - Friday, November 09, 2007 at 16:02:11 (MST)

Gale: I couldn't have put it any better. everything is commercial now. People have lost the true meaning of Veterans day and Memorial Day ETC. Well wishing all the 129th Family a safe Veterans Day. Always A Brother!!
Alex
Collierville, TN. USA - Friday, November 09, 2007 at 15:24:34 (MST)

JUST CHECKING IN RACE SEASON JUST ABOUT OVER WILL BE WITH JR. NEXT SEASON HOPE EVERY IS WELL BE LATER
RICK STEVENSO N <TRUCKCOPTER@AOL.COM>
USA - Friday, November 09, 2007 at 14:36:44 (MST)

Gale - I always thought that the "hero" was the one who was scared shitless, but did it anyways! Bill
Bill Wolf
USA - Friday, November 09, 2007 at 13:14:00 (MST)

Well, back home after 3 weeks on the road! But leave again on Monday for another week teaching...then hopefully 2 1/2 weeks at home!!! Jim Ellis, I did a lot of research while writing "Bite & Strike" and contacted just about any possible organization I could for records...but unfortunately much has been lost. I did provide a copy of the book to the University you mentioned as part of their project to create a central repository for Vietnam material. Also sent them the disk with photos. I still have books available for anyone who wants one (or more). I'll also bring what ever I have left with me to the 08 reunion. You all have a wonderful and save Veteran's Day!!! It's a special one for me cause two sons are now vets!! Love you guys! Bill Wolf
Bill Wolf <VHCMAPresident@aol.com>
USA - Friday, November 09, 2007 at 10:46:48 (MST)

The Word Hero: When asked to define the word hero, many people will have many different answers. ... The American Heritage dictionary defines the word hero as: “1. ... Many people share the traits defined in the word hero, but very few of them actually meet, let alone exceed, the requirements of being a hero. The first definition of hero given by the American Heritage Dictionary of English Language is, “In mythology and legend, a man, often of divine ancestry, who is endowed with great courage and strength, celebrated for his bold exploits, and favored by the gods. ... The Greek legend Hercules is an example of a hero defined by this entry. Known as the greatest hero of Greek Mythology, Hercules was the son of Zeus and a mortal woman. ... Based upon the definition, Hercules certainly seemed to fit the description of a hero. The problem is that Hercules is a fictional hero. ... A hero should be someone that endured true-life experiences. The second definition of hero given, " A person noted for feats of courage or nobility of purpose, especially one who has risked or sacrificed his or her life: soldiers and nurses who were heroes in an unpopular war. Flight, I'm writing this note not to offend or hurt anyone. I simply am confused at the "new" way that the people of this Country use the word "Hero" all year round. While I believe in respecting those serving in the military and the police, firefighters & rescue squads...........I have trouble using the word hero for everyone. I reserve that the word is, first and utmost, for the deceased brothers & sisters of these groups. I agree that there are heros among the living in all these organizations and definitley should be reconcognized and honored...................................................................however, (here's where I'll probably start catchin' hell) whether they are going to refer to us military veterans as heros or not.......................................................... Veteran's Day is our day!!!! This is what got me started. A Veteran's Day ad on TV for a local furniture store is offering a" 7% discount for all heros this weekend....which is "military vets, active military, police, firefighters, rescue units and ALL FAMILY MEMBERS. Am I being petty? Isn't this "our" Veterans Day put aside for "our" sacrifices? On the other hand, Rural King stores are offering a 10% discount for all Veterans and you must show an I.D. for proof of military service. I'm sorry, but, I just had to get this off my chest..........right or wrong. I'd like to take this time to wish all my 129th Brothers & Sisters a great Veterans Day weekend and a our 129th AHC fallen heros a very, very slowhand salute.....................................................Gale.
Gale
USA - Friday, November 09, 2007 at 09:13:35 (MST)

To my beloved Veterans....I am blessed and humbled to call you my friends. Welcome home...welcome home. Happy Veterans Day Sunday. With great admiration and appreciation-and a hug.....Gently
Gently
USA - Friday, November 09, 2007 at 07:12:32 (MST)

Good morning Flight, and welcome home to Mr Ellis, glad you found us. This is the best way to deal with things and talk through them. After so many years my mind went blank and it only left srewed up nightmares. Even though I still have many things missing at least I am sorting so many out. You all take care.
Ken Strong Jr. 72-73
Lafayette, IN USA - Friday, November 09, 2007 at 06:51:46 (MST)

Thanks, I will try it. Have a GREAT DAY
James Ellis <drellis101@hotmail.com>
Morehead, NC USA - Thursday, November 08, 2007 at 15:21:52 (MST)

James,try going to ttu.edu(texas tech university) and look at thier virtual vietnam archive. i went there and found a file that had a yearbook with a bunch of pictures once. i believe i searched for lane army airfield. don't remember what year it was from. i was looking for info on 498th right next door to 129th. their search takes a little getting used to but you may be able to find some info there
paul mcgrath
lasalle, il USA - Thursday, November 08, 2007 at 14:56:48 (MST)

Their was one officer that contacted me about running a CS exposure for the company and I told him what he needed. I was by mos Chemical Staff Spec 54E, He had a tent set up and ran the cs exposure and did a great job of it.
James C Ellis <drellis101>
Morehead, NC USA - Thursday, November 08, 2007 at 13:57:25 (MST)

Is their any other place I can check for the 129th history. Daily logs or the daily flight logs. I have ask for my history from the records Div and I keep getting DD214 forms.
James C Ellis <drellis101@hotmail.com>
Morehead, NC USA - Thursday, November 08, 2007 at 13:52:43 (MST)

If I can keep remembering things maybe someone else might also. I remember a Captain I flew with a few times. I also remember being on an LZ unloading Koreans when one of them jumped out with a radio on his back and the ant popped up into the main rotor blade and we shut down to inspect the rotorblade. I also remember while in guns we would go out for parctice and I would always fire into the stream we were flying parall to. I also remember being on the ground with smoke when the polits were doing auto rotation practice. Didn't get much sleep last nite,all these things we did kept me up. Everyone have a great day.
James C Ellis
Morehead, NC USA - Thursday, November 08, 2007 at 12:17:52 (MST)

found it http://donald_6.tripod.com/bracelet.htm or click on my name below
Don Miller
USA - Wednesday, November 07, 2007 at 22:59:44 (MST)

Gently, Joe, Great talking to you two tonight. I think next time I better use the land line, I can't believe we talked so long. I almost used up my months allotment of minutes that my son lets me have LOL. I guess he will just have to bite the bullet this month. WELL FLIGHT............ it is that time of year again. it looks like I have come to the end of the rope (or should I say chain?) I have one more bracelet put together and I will be donating it to the 129th Christmas fund. unless I can find some more chain this will be the last one I will be able to donate. (I have been looking everywhere I can think of short of buying new chain and have been unable to get anymore.) SOOOOOO if you would like to have a Vietnam era chain bracelet (the chain came home with a high school friend of mine in 1969)he gave it to me with the condition that he got the first bracelet which he did. so the last one will go to a 129ther. I have enjoyed making them but I guess all good things must come to an end sometime. I will post a pic. later but right now I can't remember the web page I have it on. (CRS ?) later, Don
Don Miller
Valley Farms, az USA - Wednesday, November 07, 2007 at 22:46:49 (MST)

Gale,good to hear from you.I dont remember him but I'm in contact with Randall Moore. Do you remember him from Service Platoon?I have some pixs I want to send.How are you Gale?
Joe Muniz <jmuniz@edd.ca.gov>
San Diego, Ca USA - Wednesday, November 07, 2007 at 22:21:03 (MST)

Hey gang........well, its been 3 weeks in s.Cal teaching. Am exhausted!!!! Teaching public safety to respondt to large emergencies! Going home tomorrow (to colorado springs)and then back out again on monday! yuck! then at least a few weeks break. Hey gang, need to do a situational analysis with all of you......As the VHCMA President, I want to help that organization grow. But i'm finding that it's a bit of a challenge. I need input from you folks as to what you think vhcma should accomplish, our goals, etc. Alex, you've dealt with this for a long time and any advice is appreciated. At this point, I get the impression that our only real function is our annual reunion. And thats okay...provided that we make that a memorable event!!!! While I think our last entertainment classified as "memorable", its not what I'd like to see next year. I'd like your ideas. Remember, I'm only ONE vote. But I can advocate for us. Alex...counting on you for guideance. And yes, I will seek revenge for that individual that nominated me for President!!! lol. Love you guys, Bill
Bill Wolf <VHCMAPresident@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, November 07, 2007 at 21:17:08 (MST)

Joe Muniz, how are ya man.... it's been a while. Glad you made it thru the fires ok. It's good to have someone from 67-68 era check in again. We have a newby that just checked in here named James Ellis from "guns". Do you happen to recall him? Do you have any names from the 129th that you remember or are in contact with? Gale Beard
Gale 67-68
Clinton, In US of A - Wednesday, November 07, 2007 at 11:49:53 (MST)

Mark, Thanks for the help. Have a GREAT DAY
James C Ellis
Morehead, NC USA - Wednesday, November 07, 2007 at 07:25:47 (MST)

Brothers,just to let you know that me and my family made it through the wild fires here in San Diego.It was a wild ride for awhile. Does anyone remember Alberto Gurule? I was checking the rosters and saw his name I had no idea that a cousin of mine was in the same unit with me in 68/69.
Joe Muniz <jmuniz@edd.ca.gov>
San Diego , Ca USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 22:11:13 (MST)

Just talked to the webmaster on the phone. We be still in bisuness. My email were not getting through to him for some reason......later.........Love to you all.......
Mark
USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 20:46:17 (MST)

Jim Ellis, I have received your request to be put on the CONTACTS list but I am having trouble getting a hold of the web master. I do truly apologize for the slowness. WELCOME HOME ..........always a brother. It might be time to find a new webmaster. I will have to give him a call.........
Mark
USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 20:01:42 (MST)

I found this site by accident. I was searching for a shoulder patch of the 129th for my shadowbox display. I am glad I did fine it, it has helped alot. I am trying to file benefits with the VA and I am having to prove everything. I was ask why I didn't receive wings for being a crew member. I couldn't answer that. I need to find someone that I flew with in the gun plt. We did do strffing missions and the VA said if I could find someone that would write be a statement and have it certified would be prof. My MOS was a chemical staff spec. My MOS was never changed but I flew as a gunner anyway. I tried being a Police Officer for about 5 years and I gave it up. It was getting as bad as Nam. I have been in Electronics now for about 25 years and I will retire within the next 2 years. So I am trying to get something to retire with. I also do Computers. I have a web site, www.webshopper.name if anyone would like to look at it. I was hoping this would be my retirement but it hasn't worked out that way. I think of the 129th all the time and it has only been in the past ten years that I could talk to my wife about it. I feel that more of our buddies need to do the same. God Bless all and take care
James C Ellis <drellis101@hotmail.com>
Morehead, NC USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 17:49:16 (MST)

Good to see you post again Ellis.-------QUESTION !!! ---for 67-69 people---Anyone know or remember a Johnie E. Garrett from Union City,Tennessee.---------I was talking with the director of the company offering me a position a little while ago and found out her brother was there during that time.---She said he moved from armor cav to air and was sent over. -------She said he is extremely reluctant to discuss with her and she intends to introduce us in the future.----I realize the odds of him being in the same unit may be slim but---Hey------ don't hurt to check!. If I can help even one more person out there it makes it worth while.-------------PS--I may wind up with the NE USA area also instead of just the southeast.--------------Will make use of extra territory to stop in more places in the future.
Gary Woodward
Memphis, USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 17:12:08 (MST)

I have ask a couple of times in the past to be added to the contact list so if anyone remembers me they can contact me. I do appreciate the response from everyone. It really makes my day to hear from someone that I served with. Have a great day.
James C Ellis <drellis101@hotmail.com>
Morehead , NC USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 15:32:37 (MST)

James Ellis, and for that matter, any new guys in here, welcome to the page!! Glad you came in.. Welcome Home!!.. Well, reading your post on the happenings back then covers just about any day over there.. The second platoon covered the area from Lane south to the Miami Beach area, just north of Phu Hiep(?), and the first platoon was mostly from Lane north to the northern end of the Phucat mountains and inland to the pass, and both platoons were known to pull missions in the other's area. There were a lot of pinnical operations in both areas as the outposts were mainly on the hill/mountain tops. I also think the gunship crash you were refering to was near Phucat AF base and if I remember right was piloted by Doug Marr. I believe all came out of it OK. I don't remember who else was on the ship. Now, as I stated in my email to you, we have several reunions/get togethers each year, and they are an excellent place to start in the quest to remember the past and renew our long ago friendships. Most of us here have been here for a while now and have found this place to be a gathering of "old familey" members. For a lot of us it is like finding long lost brothers again and some pretty close ties are made. Feel free to say just about anything and ask any questions that you may have. I know with me, the memory channels are not what they used to be and a recalled phrase here and there brings back a flood of memories.. So, ask away!!.. and have fun.. Welcome Home and to the site.... Love and Brotherhood.. Kal...67/68..
Kal Bergstrom 67/68 <n8auu (at) email dot com>
Saint Joseph, MI USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 12:45:45 (MST)

Fred,John,Today I sent out two more Dustoff Caps.My supply is now limited.Enjoy!
jim
shiloh, IL USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 12:04:08 (MST)

I have looked at the roster for 68. I did find my name but I can't remember any of the names I saw. Most of the time the name tags on the uniform was covered with the armored plateed vest that we wore. The only wounded person I remember was a buddy in the gun platoon. They were working on the gunship when a rocket fired and went between his legs and messed up a knee .The last I saw of him was in the hospital. Their was a gunship that was flying low and crashed on an early morning strike for the Koreans. I was on the south side of the compound and I have no idea what was over the hill on the north side of the compound.
James C Ellis <drellis101@hotmail.com>
Morehead, NC USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 11:55:30 (MST)

I just checked and if you are James C. Ellis.....you are in the 68 roster and Deneault is just a couple above you.
Gale
USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 11:15:21 (MST)

James, sorry...I crewed slicks for a while was in maintenance down on the light line. I do recall a guy with the last name of Denault that went to the gun platoon. Matter of fact he was wounded while there. Seems to me it was his left shoulder. Have you gone to the rosters in the gallery of this site? There's a bunch of names in there from our years.......it may bring some memory back iffen you read thru them. Welcome home James, Gale Beard
Gale 67-68
USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 11:11:27 (MST)

Thanks for the responce. I don't remember the paltoon I was in after the Corba's so the best way is to describe some of the flights we took. 1. We were flying the Korean Op Officer around the are and we alost set the bird down in a mine field, so we flew over to a rice patty field and put the front of the skids on the mound seperating the fiels and the op officer walked the skids to the area he wanted to go to. 2. Flying the Korean Op officer again all day to different areas and we took him back, when we lifted off we came in the path of some 155's ready to fire. 3. We were flying supplies to a mountain top and about the 3rd trip and the ship was being reloaded I told the AC that I smelled GAS. As we were over the drop site the last boxwas CS GAS. Lucky the AC had the Polit put on his mask just as we started the unload which all supplies were kicked out of the ship because we couldn't land. 4. On another trip out I was told to fire into a cave on the beach were VC had been seen. I also flew several other missions some at nite to deliver a time table for an assult and when we returned to base they had to take me back up and come down slower because my ears were hurting so bad. I would like to say that I flew with very good men, Officers and enlisted. I would do it all over again.
James Ellis <drellis101@hot mail.com>
Morehead, NC USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 10:00:55 (MST)

Flight, this is something that you all might to read...or copy for futur use. Gale Gentlemen Regarding display of 509 in DC... Please read the below VERY carefully... This matter came to us via Legislative Liaison channels because Gale Beard asked his Senator to assist. My best advice is: do the same thing when you are ready to try again... BUT Insist that the Senator send it to the Department of Interior (Not DOD) because they own the park. You will also have to be involved with the "park police" and the US Secret Service for public and VIP "safety" reasons. You will also have to be involved with "TSA Waivers" (571-227-3788) they own airspace transit. You will also have to be involved with Nat'l Capital Region Control Center (NCRCC 703-563-3221) they are the FAA folks. You will also have to be involved with DCA facility control (703-413-1533). AGAIN, it is VITAL that you begin in the right place (the Senator's office) and that he direct you to the right place (Dept of the Interior) and that you are prepared to help the Park people with the other info I've provided. Your initial request was sent to DOD because someone thought that you wanted DOD to provide the Huey... Sometimes people don't read the actual request and they start trying to help before they even understand the request. You can avoid all of this by making sure that your request STARTS in the right place and STAYS in the right place. Dept of Interior will likely insist that this is a DOD issue... It is NOT. Your success will rely on the Senator's office making the proper first contact and requiring that "Interior" handle from start to finish. Good luck... Colonel Greg S. "Riddler" Riddlemoser, USAF Deputy Division Chief, Homeland Division JCS Strategic Plans & Policy (J5) RM 2E773, Pentagon Washington, DC 20318-5126 riddlegs@js.mil riddlegs@js.pentagon.smil.mil 703-697-0479 -----Original Message----- From: Phil Connolly [mailto:pconnolly@huey.co.uk] Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2007 11:12 AM To: Riddlemoser, Gregory S Col JCS J5/NAD Subject: RE: HUEY Website Contact Enquiry riddlegs@js.mil Dear Sir, Thank you for your email. Huey is in the UK today. Unfortunately we had to cancel our Project for Huey to park near the Vietnam Wall for the November Anniversary Ceremonies as we were struggling with gaining the necessary permissions at Washington Park in time for Huey to be shipped across. We had a very generous offer from a Cargo Company to ship the Huey across in one piece but unfortunately it takes 11 days and sadly we had not received the permissions when the shipment date had to be met. However, we would still very much like to be able to bring our Huey across and land her at the Wall, possibly in the Spring, on behalf of the 129th AHC and other helicopters companies for whom the Huey meant so much. Would the Permissions be something you would be able to assist us with? Any assistance in this matter would be greatly appreciated. Kind regards Phil Connolly Flying the "Greatest Ever Helicopter" Phil Connolly Owner/Pilot www.huey.co.uk MSS Holdings Ltd. Fleetwood Rd. Wesham, Kirkham. Preston. (UK) PR4 3HD p.connolly@huey.co.uk tel: fax: mobile: 44 1772 687775 44 1772 687774 44 7836 687775 -----Original Message----- From: riddlegs@js.mil [mailto:riddlegs@js.mil] Sent: 05 November 2007 21:10 To: p.connolly@huey.co.uk Subject: HUEY Website Contact Enquiry riddlegs@js.mil ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- HUEY WEBSITE CONTACT FORM ENQUIRY ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- The person below has visited your website and kindly filled in the response form on the contact page. Name: Col G S Riddlemoser Email: riddlegs@js.mil Where is 509 today? We have a Vet asking if we can help you get permission to park it near the VietNam wall in DC. Can you get it here for the holiday if we can help get you permission? 703-697-0479 ______________________________________________________________ END OF EMAIL - www.huey.co.uk
Gale
USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 09:49:01 (MST)

Flight, according to my recent VFW magazine, March 30th will be the first annual "Vietnam Vet Welcome Home Day".
Gale
USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 08:46:08 (MST)

Those served with our beloved Mr. Gilliam, please respond to Larry Fleming-see my email below. Don, I'm home after 6:30 CST.: 414-607-0527. If a man answers have no fear...it's Joey:>)). Who spoke with Ray last? I don't want to call or email him because I know he's in alot of pain, but maybe one of us could be the conduit and keep us updated rather than all of us calling or emailing. Veterans Day is right around the corner....I love you 129th soldiers! With a hug-Gently
Gently
USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2007 at 07:13:40 (MST)

Fred, thanks for your concern about Donna, she isn't much better. than she was in Phoenix. In fact in Oct. 06 she had to go back to the hospital and have all the artificial arteries that they put in before removed and start over down the other side. (if that makes sense). she has been out of the hosp. for over a year (the good news) but she still hurts a lot and sleeps a lot too. if we go shopping or to visit she is down for the next 2 days. so we just keep on plugging along as best we can. everyone have a safe Veterans day. GENTLY since I don't know your scedule(never could spell that one)please give me a call when you get a chance. I need to talk to you. Later, Don
Don Miller
Valley Farms, az USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 23:33:28 (MST)

Gently... I just email Jim Ellis. I hope it gets him to come on in but time will tell. I know for some it is not easy to just jump in here but lets hope. I have at least extended a hand as did Gale so lets hope another brother joins us here.. Love and Brotherhood.. Kal 67/68 ...>>>
Kal 67/68
USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 21:00:32 (MST)

Gale.. At least we now know tha at least one of our reps must have come thru for us. Too bad it took so long.. At least it looks like we may have a lead on some help for the future.. It make you feel a little better knowing that at least we rattled a cage or two.. Take care Brother.. C Ya.. Kal...>>>
Kal Bergstrom 67/68 <n8auu (at) email dot com>
Saint Joseph, MI USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 20:31:53 (MST)

Gently, I responded to Ellis and let him know that I was there in 67-68. I asked him if he could recall any names at all..................no reply.
Gale
USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 16:37:27 (MST)

Flight, I just recieved this e-mail. I thanked him for his interest and informed him of the cancellation......................................................................................... Where is 509 today? I've just received your request (via Sen. Lugar) asking if we can help you get permission to park it near the Vietnam wall in DC. Can you get it here for the holiday if we can help get you permission? PLEASE contact me ASAP. Colonel Greg S. "Riddler" Riddlemoser, USAF Deputy Division Chief, Homeland Division JCS Strategic Plans & Policy (J5) RM 2E773, Pentagon Washington, DC 20318-5126 riddlegs@js.mil riddlegs@js.pentagon.smil.mil 703-697-0479
Gale
USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 16:33:43 (MST)

Jim Ellis posted this to us on the 18th of OCT. Did any of you soldiers get back to him? *****L-G I was in the 129th 67-68 but I can't recall any of the people I was with. I was a gunner on one of the Corba ships and then I went to slicks. Does anyone remember me? I would like to hear from anyone that does. SP5 James C Ellis Morehead, NC USA - Thursday, October 18, 2007 at 15:13:40 (MDT)
Gently
USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 14:47:06 (MST)

Just got this email...some one reach out to Larry. L-G dear sir or madame(tehe..me "madam"): I served with Gilliam in Nam back in the day,I remember it as if it were yesterday,i was with him the day they got shot down in Phang Rang. In fact he is responsible for me learning how to play the guitar.Neal was also a buddy and comrade. the day they left on that mission Gilliam left his guitar with me and said I'll be back in no time,that was last time I ever seen them again.The memory of those men stays with me after all these years it is something I will never forget. Larry A. Fleming Fort Worth,Texas 817-201-5796
Gently
USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 14:26:18 (MST)

Mark, glad you're back safe. I was just wondering????? Did they have people there that speak english, or did you have to get and interpreter, and how hard was it to understand them and get your point across? Just curious...I hope your Brother makes out alright. Rob
Robbie
Rochester, NY USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 13:31:30 (MST)

gale beard... please contact me ASAP @ riddlegs@js.mil
Col G S Riddlemoser <riddlegs@js.mil>
USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 12:58:56 (MST)

Mark, glad you are home safely!!
Gale
USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 08:51:29 (MST)

Gary: offthis week on vacation. Heading to centerhill lake area for some deer hunting. My cousin is coming in from Pittsburg. Hope to see Gerald Morgan on the way up tomorrow morning. We were together in the 129th 65-66.Well hope everyone has a safe week. Always A Brother!! Mark glad your home safe and sound. All we can do is pray for your Brother. You Tried!! were lucky to be in the USA !!!!!!
Alex
Collierville , TN. USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 07:35:22 (MST)

Back from Hong Kong. Actually got back Saturday night. Just now realizing I'm back. Fast trip with not the results I expected. The idea was to get my brother back here to be hospitalized then in rehab. Couldn't. t get him out of Hong Kong Immigration has him under investigation because he overstayed his visa by 9 months, As they were saying " This a problem". I did get him into a hospital over there just before I flew home. So many things got in the way of our return. At one time we were 4 security code locked doors deep in the Kong Kong immigration office I was beginning to think we would never get out. It was as if, and actually was, trying to smuggle my brother out of the country. I had know idea of the visa problem until I landed in Hong Kong. My brothers people were not telling me lies. They just didnt tell me the whole truth before I got there.............more latter. Is good to be back in the states. I was not impressed with Hong Kong at all. Its filthy and crowded. Soon as I got back to the cabin I hung a new American flag up and saluted it and gave thanks for this GREAT country God has placed me in................always a brother.......
Mark
USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 07:13:01 (MST)

see you guys in two weeks.
alvis
USA - Monday, November 05, 2007 at 03:22:43 (MST)

Alvis I have said before I wish I had your way with words. What I enjoy most from you and anyone else is bringing up a memory that I can relate to or makes me think of things forgotten. The connection to the 129th and Lane's AO is one that we have in common. My VA doctor said I need a hobbie but couldn't really say that this is the place I like to come to. Dennis I liked the magnetic patch idea as I just have it blown up and laminated on my windshield. I do who a place to ask about them here. I got my diesel for $3.199 yesterday and saw one for tax exempt over that, others @ $3.50 which is way over gas. It just means I can't afford to go anywhere when it takes over a hundred bucks to fill up my truck. WOW!
Ken Strong Jr
Lafayette, IN USA - Sunday, November 04, 2007 at 18:35:04 (MST)

gus thanks for the comments on the poetry.I go into a poetry site and write stuff ever so often.This one just here, set up correctly,reads alot better, it flows.It has just been awarded an 'award",in the war poetry section. That and a dollar will get you a cup of java at mickey dee's.lol.It is nice to be recognized tho.I think that makes three now.As you know,we each deal with our memories in our own way.Writting seems to help my more depressive moods,so thanks for putting up with me.I am addicated to this site, its where I am comfy and where my friends are..good friends..and those that can understand...you guys been there,done thAT, got the hat to prove it..lol.
alvis
USA - Sunday, November 04, 2007 at 18:07:04 (MST)

yes Dennis, the dispatch directions are very so-so.Twice now we have lookedfor an hour or the right road..each time.Man its hell trying to find a place to turn a big truck around. I have started my telephone book,thanks guys.I go out tomorrow for 12 days, thenoff two,out 12 more, off three.dennis, I hope they let me have at least 3k miles a week , as you run, might be able to pay my bills then,lol.Schneider trucks are goverened at 63 mph on the cruie control,67 mph, full out. you hit 80 mph, your fired.Our logs are still paper but the satillite systems in the trucks tell all.
alvis
USA - Sunday, November 04, 2007 at 17:54:17 (MST)

Fred the next thing as "must have" is a Garmin Street Pilot.Dispatchers are famous for wrong directions so now I just ask for the street address.I pass more Schnieder trucks than I can count, cuz my truck is set @ 72 mph, must be able to do speed limit.Call me anytime @ 863-602-4043. I am willing to talk u thru a sleepy tired nite any time, or just to shoot the BS. If u are in FL,GA, SC, TN,or SC and see Southpoint Trk 0630, just holler at me. Don't go far from home any more but I still average 3100 miles per week. Can't do much more than that cuz of Electronic logs. As for markings, I have a 129th magnetic sign I keep on the bottom of my driver door. Made it myself. More trucking stories later, must get my 10 sleep brak in. Dennis
Dennis Fuerstenau
Haines City, FL USA - Sunday, November 04, 2007 at 16:37:27 (MST)

Fred, I'm sure the fish are still there. Might be smaller and less of them though. I used to go with my dad when I was young, but I kinda lost interest in fishing over the years. I did go with my Grandson this year, but just once and we got shut out. I didn't care but wanted him to catch one. Ray, how you doing Brother?
Robbie
Rochester, NY USA - Sunday, November 04, 2007 at 13:09:04 (MST)

Robbie; i used to fish out that way with a charter captain name of jim wells out of port bay.excellent salmon fishing back in the 80's and 90's. how is the fishing there now? do you know?
paul mcgrath
lasalle, il USA - Sunday, November 04, 2007 at 12:27:58 (MST)

Fred, if you're ever out my way again give a call and we could get together for a beer or whatever. 315-589-7971. I'm actually about 20 miles east of Rochester. Town called Williamson. Closer to Sodus. Some people that fish might know of Sodus. Robbie.
Robbie
Rochester, NY USA - Sunday, November 04, 2007 at 08:00:08 (MST)

Thanks Don, I think,lol.How is Dear Donna getting along? Susan and I truely hope Donna's healt has returned in full force.I am soon going to buy one of those small adress/telephone books,for friends fromthis site. I have already passed within a few miles of Ray,Robbie,Dennis,Lou,Auther and a few others.Forthe first time in my life,i nowcarry a cell phone. have I ever said how much I dislike talking on phones? lol.Thats changing now,lol.I have one of those "Blue tooth" thingys that go in your ear..you have seen them,they make people look like they are talking to themselves..so yes Don,if I aint crazy,I still look the part. Sorry Kim, but GO COLTS.
alvis
USA - Sunday, November 04, 2007 at 06:25:02 (MST)

You see...........it pays to check this site--------Thanks KIM---info on 915--------sent e-mail to Cole Museum for more info to see if it is indeed 915 that Stamper died in many years ago.--------------------Sometimes I search the archives for missing clues etc.---------never know what you may find.------------------Good morning to all------Yea Fred,I know you are up early also.--you know the Schnider history don't you?--Ha-----rock on
Gary Woodward
Memphis, USA - Sunday, November 04, 2007 at 05:54:13 (MST)

evening all, hope everyone is doing well. things are ok here I went to the VA a while back to see if I could get an up-grade of my status, and as usual the wheels are turning really slow, I haven't heard anything yet and it has been about 2 months. oh well ... someday. ALvis ....... when I read your stories/prose sometimes I wonder what you are smoking when you write your words ;-) (tongue in cheek) what gets me is they make a lot of sense to me. and I really enjoy reading them. does that mean I am as crazy as you are? I would venture to guess that that is NOT a bad thing. seriously Bro. keep up the writing and be really careful out on the road. if you ever make any runs out my way (Phoenix-Tucson areas. call me and maybe we can have a tall cool one (Pepsi) or something. 520.904.2020 cell. OH Alex, looks like they are getting serious. after 2 years they are going to take me to court. Later, Don
Don Miller
VAlley Farms, AZ USA - Sunday, November 04, 2007 at 00:13:14 (MDT)

i call this "late night and empty beer cans". The fire burned low, old friends around it. Easy laughter, Old warriors reflected sprit. passed warriors, sat there too. next to old friends, way to few. smoke dancing, pines a popping. late into the night, easy laughter non stopping. brotherhood of the gun, or is it blood. shared danger, tears in the mud. mist of time, shares the smoke. see a face, rememer a joke. passed brothers, amused by our talk. Bless our brothers, they did the walk. some went to hell, to fly the firey skies. wait for me brother, I will be by your side. empty beer cans, abandend youth. the smoke dances, we know the truth. hell waits for me, brothers make space. we did what we had to do, sending others to that place. Into hell I will walk, head held high. Looking for my brothers, listening for a warriors cry. step aside demon, out of my way. warriors I seek, they have paved my way. honor is their code, death is their job. some passed early, death did rob. cast aside evil, warriors I seek. away you devils, away you weak. brotherhood of the gun, or is it blood. smoke dances, late night memories.
alvis
USA - Saturday, November 03, 2007 at 19:26:36 (MDT)

Yep, his name is Bass. He was a short timer when I got there, first time I saw him he had a dressing on his head...... Red Sox made short work of Colorado. Only one game was a blowout. Now, to settle in for the winter :<(. I stopped in at the Cole Land Transportation Museum last week. 915 is sitting on a post, paint faded, parts missing...it's mighty sad to see her like that. Makes me appreciate the time that Phil and friends have put into 509. I do wish our politicians could act as fast on a request to allow her into the country as they do when they want money!!! bunch of bought and paid for scumbags...... what's up with the price of fuel? Do we have refineries in Southern California?
Kim
USA - Saturday, November 03, 2007 at 18:03:23 (MDT)

flight,while home, I always check the 509 site and the Tiger ROK site daily. We never know when or where a brother will show up. I think when I pulling a trailer monday, I will write( in the dirt back there on the doors) "129th ahc, Vietnam". maybe a brother will see it and check out this site.Cant hurt and sure beats "show me your tits",lol. ( one could be fired for that). Somehow we need to get the word out about us and this site. As you know, the older we get,we begin to look back over our lives. While many maintain they want to forget it,others may be searching for our fellowship, or their familys. I am sure most of you, like myself, gain a great deal of satisfaction and graditude when a family member encounters us.In some cases, it closure for both parties. The ones I feel bad for,and makes me a bit heartbroken,are the one that come to the reunions searching for someone that knew their family member,without success. That happened to us at Kokomo this year, if you remember. Aviation groups are so few and far between.That, and the way Americian society hammered on us back then, its a wonder this many folks are here at all. peace my brothers.
alvis
USA - Saturday, November 03, 2007 at 17:55:29 (MDT)

Good morning Ken and Alvis--and all others out there----Just because I don't post every day dosen't mean I'm not checking daily----Will check the 509 new postings next----------Alex--took some pics this morning of my usual "yard dogs" (that's what I call deer since there are anywhere from 1 to 30 at times here. --How did you do so far?--good talking with you the other day--hope you get the results you needed from the VA.--Good bird pics Alvis.----------------back to my reports for last week now---will check in later.----------Mark--if you are back how are things going?-------------------Bruno--you slacken Bro--speak!----------------------------snoopy out----
Gary Woodward
Memphis, USA - Saturday, November 03, 2007 at 07:50:49 (MDT)

Alvis missed your post while I was typing, Glad to see you are back and hope you are enjoying your new job.
Ken Strong
USA - Saturday, November 03, 2007 at 06:25:35 (MDT)

Good morning to all my brothers out there. Wow with Alvis on the road things sure have dropped off on here. My computer is up and running except for the files that I am locked out of, the GEEK guys said they would fix it for only a $156. Anyway wish I could write like Fred to get you all talking. Even my email folder is empty. Left with that all I can add is I hope that everyone is busy with good things going on. The VA increased my Morphine and I was able to get around without a cane for about half the day on Friday. You all take care!
Ken Strong Jr
Lafayette, IN USA - Saturday, November 03, 2007 at 06:20:00 (MDT)

I see two more brothers have left comments on the 509 site.Gary, Kim, you guys remember a guy named okie from the cobras?
alvis
USA - Saturday, November 03, 2007 at 06:07:31 (MDT)

Mark, hang in there Bro... It's agonizing to see someone close to you crater so fast. Praying is about all you can do, and we both know that's not a SMALL thing... Phil. 4:8.
Dave Powers
USA - Friday, November 02, 2007 at 07:20:17 (MDT)