good story only made better by excellent writting and style. however, a factory "stock" sks holds only 5 rounds.
alvis
USA - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 20:37:36 (MST)
Halloween 1967 found PFC William "Billy" Bones in the 1st Brigade LRRPs of the 101st Airborne, in Vietnam's A Shau Valley with the rest of his 6 man LRRP team. Now the A Shau Valley is about the scariest place in all of 'Nam because Charlie completely owns the place, it's his backyard. As afternoon was coming to an end, the LRRP team decided to spring an ambush before they were extracted. Thus they had set up along a trail and were silently waiting when four NVA regulars, in new uniforms, came diddly-bopping down the trail with slung arms. These four looked just like they were out for a stroll in downtown Hanoi.
TRICK-or-TREAT! The blast of claymores and the roar of M-16s took all four of Charlie down. Billy had his own problems that day because his M-16 had jammed yet again, and he was trying to clear the malfunction as his team searched the NVA for documents. Suddenly the unmistakable sound of an AK-47 on full auto sent the team diving off of the trail. Thinking quickly, Billy grabbed a new SKS and a bandoleer of ammo of one of the dead bodies and ran with the rest of the team uphill towards the extraction LZ.
Weighed down by the useless M-16, Billy placed it beside the trail with a grenade with a no-delay fuze under it. A minute later a satisfying BOOM! told Billy that the M-16 had finally done some good.
With the NVA hot on their trail, Billy elected to stay behind at a narrow place in a ravine where he would have a good field of fire, and slow down the pursuers. Firing accurate, controlled shots with the SKS, he managed to down several gooks and bought precious time for his team as the NVA rallied. Billy took off again, but stopped two more times on the run to the LZ to engage the enemy...
Billy's teammates heard the desperate battle behind them as they reached the LZ, and waited for Billy. Out of the smoke and fog of the jungle battle, Billy finally emerged and was pulled aboard the Huey as they made a hot extraction. Some teammates swore that Billy was much too light as they hauled him into the helicopter. He was deathly pale and covered with blood, still clinging to the SKS that saved them all.
He would never tell his teammates what happened in the dire struggle that took place back in the jungle, or exactly how he came out alive with what seemed like half the North Vietnamese Army shooting at him.
When Billy went back to the 'World' he took the SKS with him as a memento. He liked the heft of it, not to mention its accuracy and reliability. It was a rifle that had saved his life! Years later, Billy's nephew, who was into guns and SKSs in particular, told Billy that he learned from Survivors SKS forum on the Internet that Billy's ChiCom SKS was made in 1958.
Years went by, some good, others bad. Billy's wife had left him, and he was living in the old family ranch house up the canyon above his home town in the West. Hard times had made Billy sell much of what was precious to him, including his Super Grade Model 70 .270 Winchester, but he still had the SKS and a Smith & Wesson Model 19 .357 'Combat Magnum' revolver. There was often an aching in his heart, and he wondered why he had been spared in 'Nam when so many of his friends hadn't.
Lately Billy had run into other problems. It seems that he had discovered a meth lab being ran out of an old trailer, on some public land near his property. Billy turned this info in to a shooting buddy, and ex-Desert Storm Ranger, who was with the county Sheriffs Dept. A raid by the SWAT team had ended that source of pollution, but the biker gang who ran the lab had been hassling him lately and things were getting very ugly!
On this particular Halloween evening, Billy had just sat down to a lonely supper when he was disturbed by the roar of motorcycles in his front yard. Billy got that old "combat" feeling, and grabbed the Model 19 as he opened the door a crack to look outside.
The leader of the biker/doper gang, in a flurry of obscenities told Billy they had come to give Billy "his due." This outburst was punctuated by the blast of a shotgun, splintering a big hole in the front door.
Billy took a couple of hasty shots with the revolver. The first shot ricocheted off a Harley, but the next hit the leader in the shoulder. This was followed by a fusilade of bullets striking the house, fired by the surprised gang in return. The situation obviously was tactically untenable, so Billy ran to the back bedroom and grabbed the SKS and a bandoleer of ammo hanging from a peg. He then jumped out of the window and sprinted across the back yard and up the mountainside. The angry buzzing of bullets going by his head told him that he had been spotted, so Billy turned around and fired 5 or 6 rounds to suppress the fire. This allowed Billy to make the cover of a rock outcropping.
Billy saw smoke billowing from the house as the gang members advanced toward him. He took center aim at a guy carrying a sawed-off shotgun, and carefully pulling the trigger, and sent a Russian bullet toward the bad guy. The hollow point dropped the guy like a rock! Billy next lined up on a guy firing at him with a Mini-14. Once again, a double-tap from the SKS sent the dude to Valhalla.
When you are out-numbered and out-gunned, movement is the best tactical survival possibliity, so Billy ran further up the hill to prevent being flanked, stopping now and again to fire at the bikers. Fire, reload, fire. He ran 'til he thought his lungs would burst and his legs felt like they were on fire and made of lead too! Not as young as when he was doing this in 'Nam, he decided!
A burning pain in his left side told him that he had been hit. One of the bad guys had a lucky hit when he sprayed the area with his 9mm Tec-9. Billy stopped behind a Juniper tree and fired a couple of rounds at the man, hitting him in the face. Billy quickly reloaded with a stripper clip and continued the fight. The SKS was hot in his hands. He could smell the hot steel and oil of the gun. Still, it fired every time, sending 122 grains of death to his enemies.
The fight raged on and on. Pale and bloody, Billy wondered if he was getting delirious because the leather-clad dopers were starting to look like khaki-uniformed NVA. Past and Present had melted together...
Later that night, when a couple of shot-up low-lifes checked into the local ER, the Sheriffs Department began to investigate rumors of a big fight up in the hills. The morning of Nov. 1st found them standing in front of the smoking remains of the ranch house. Empty cases littered the area. Among them were steel-cased 7.62x39mm. Dead bodies and blood trails scattered up the hillside spoke of a desperate battle. Still, no sign was ever found of Billy Bones or his SKS.
Some say that he finally joined his comrades in the 101st who never made it back from 'Nam. Other locals say that if you go up the canyon to the remains of an old burned ranch house on Halloween night and listen closely, you can hear the sounds of distant ghostly yells. And sometimes, just maybe, you can hear the distinct "boom" of an SKS, although most will tell you its just thunder...
Guns Cold
Happy Halloween
USA - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 18:47:17 (MST)
got this off another site. liked it so i ripped it off to post here... its just a day in the life of a crew-chief... Campbell's Aviation
wrote: > > Well lets see. As I open my eyes I look at the > > little table that I built > > from > > a pallet, to see if the cockroaches had knocked my > > smokes off the beer can > > that I put them on. Ah good the roaches didn't eat > > my smokes during the > > night. > > I put on a clean pair of nomax that the hooch made > > left the day before > > while I was out flying. That reminds me that I need > > to give her some money, > > and try > > one more time to get in her pants. I lace my boots > > up and can hear others > > starting to stir. > > we each have our own little cube in the hooch that > > is surrounded by sand > > bags and a blast wall > > in front of the door. As I walk out the door I can > > see that it is just > > getting pink to the East. > > I walk down the little board walk that is also made > > from Pallets AH there it > > is the 155 casing stuck in the ground > > we call a piss tube. I try to hold by breath while > > using the thing,but I > > drank enough beer the night before > > that it takes time to get it all out. Ok that done I > > head for the Mess tent > > and walk inside, It Takes a few seconds for my > > eyes to get accustom to the light. As I walk to the > > coffee pot I pick up a > > tray ,fork and coffee cup. I think > > the food is going to be just a little better to day > > but it is not. So I make > > two Bacon and egg sandwiches to have at lunch > > if we shut down some where. Drink a bunch of coffee > > and I am off to opps. I > > see my bird is flying in support of > > the 25th doing DCS Missions all day. Then it hits me > > Fuck I will have to do > > a 25 Hr. inspection when we get > > done tonight. My gunner is a piece of shit and a > > drug user so he will be no > > help. I am on my own. I get to the > > flight line as the sun is peeking over the horizon > > and start my checks on > > the ship. yup got enough ammo. the inlet is clean > > did that the night before. I help the shit head > > gunner put the guns on and > > can see he never cleaned them. > > I have asked the first shirt a bunch of times to get > > me a new gunner ,But to > > no evail . We hall ammo, C rats, water and other > > stuff to the guys in the > > field all day on our last trip near the old French > > fort to drop off ammo and > > water. It happens > > we got three bodies to pick up and they have been in > > the heat for two days. > > our rotor wash blows the ponchos off all of them. my > > stomach starts to turn > > a little as I help load the fallen brothers. When > > the day is done we head > > home and I think to my self > > well I get to see another sun set, as a slight chill > > come over me. I then > > remember the two sandwiches I made this morning > > I cant eat and I throw them out the door. We land > > and the inspection begins. > > I get done about Midnight and walk back > > to my hooch. as I drift off to sleep I can hear the > > mortars and other sounds > > of war in the far distance. For those that > > have fought for it, Freedom has a taste that the > > protected will never know. > > > > Mike Campbell > > "six pack"
alvis
USA - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 16:45:52 (MST)
Hi Judith, just got back from the VA. Had my "tinnitus claim determination" meeting with the neurologist. Waited an hour for him to see me for 5 minutes and ask about 5 questions.................don't look for anything to come of it, but, wish me luck. Danville, Il is a nice VA and everyone is super nice though. Ya all have a great weekend..clear, Gale
Gale
USA - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 13:04:58 (MST)
Thank you Fred.
Gently
USA - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 10:15:00 (MST)
a letter to us all from else where.................Dear Vietnam Veteran, I know I should have written much sooner. I can't say why I did not. Out of fear of admitting to myself you were there fighting a war. Or maybe ashamed; ashamed that I never accepted the things you felt you had to do. Whatever it is, I know it must hurt. Believe me when I say it hurts me more. I have the burden of your hurt plus that of my own; the pain of not being able to show my true feeling toward you. I am not writing this for the months you served in Vietnam, but for the many years, you were left alone with only your brother Veterans. You served proudly and it went unmentioned. For a long time, I've wanted to express the words. The words an honorable Veteran needs to hear. For a long time, I've wanted to hold you during your times of pain. God knows I wanted to. And only He knows why I never found the courage. I do not remember what I used to say; maybe I do not want to remember. All I know is I hope that it is not too late to give you those things now. For years, you tried to be part of my world. Doing everything to please me, just to be noticed and given a little time and understanding. I look back and see the demands I placed on your shoulders when you were young. "Fight your weakness, and always show strength to others around you." Who was I to make such a demand? I sit here with tears in my heart, finally admitting to myself the one weakness you must have seen in me and never questioned. My inability to say the words that I know would have meant so much to you. "Welcome Home." You served your country honorably. Please hear these words now, from my heart. Please give me a chance to be part of your world now. The world I should have been part of long ago. Love, America
alvis
USA - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 09:42:01 (MST)
I have already typed this-but apparently it didn't go through(I don't know why, the SPAM does!) Anyway, Jim thank you for the advise-how difficult your work at the VA must have been-so much sadness. Your wings are waiting. And how are you doing? Rainier? Keith, no photos yet. Use the email addy below. Fred, I went to the site that you noted in your last post-geez, such boys. Just boys. Hi Gale-get back here. Always there-Gently
Gently <
jsinger@uwm.edu>
USA - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 08:24:13 (MST)
Judy, the only thing you can do is follow your heart. As you all know , i have spent many years dealing with this exact type of situation. I have seen MANY die & it has been very hard. Tom has to have at least some want-to or it will never work, my suggestion is as long as he can hold on to some hope for change, do what you can. Be prepared for the worst, hope for the best. Watch your own emotions & do not go down with the ship. My undying respect for your love & work,>>> Jim
Jim Westwang 71-72
sheridan, wy USA - Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 17:12:25 (MST)
Gently, I am a Confederate Civil War Re-enactor and play Bass in a period band called LOST CAUSE. the pic's i sent were of me and the band. I just now tried again so let me know. later Keith
Keith 72-73
USA - Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 14:20:46 (MST)
Larry Kwiatkowski: We're getting California smoke clear over here in Western Colorado! The sun was a beautiful orange ball this morning at 7:00! Stay cool!
Dave Powers
USA - Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 13:33:16 (MST)
I'm getting emails bounced back also(Jim O., Stacey, Cobra). If you change your email addy, please let us know. I sent information on a decent seafood restaurant chain that is offering a free meal to Veterans on Veterans Day, and several bounced back. If you might be interested, let me know and I'll post it here. Fred, thank you for inquiring about Tom. Joe and I did an intervention Sunday evening(he would have died, had we not), took him to the VA, and he was released yesterday. He has not contacted anyone, but we know he is with his girlfriend who will again lead him down the path of self-destruction. We're very worried, and along with several other people, have suggested that he go to a particular VA up north that will treat him for PTSD(part of his problem) while he attends AA meetings. If he does not, there may not be anything else we can do but leave him to travel his path without us. The little time and energy that Joe and I have, would be better spent on Veterans who are trying to help themselves. And although Tom has been a loved friend, and it breaks our hearts, the friendship may soon be over. I hope that doesn't sound cold, and that you don't mis-understand it. If you guys and ladies want to offer input, suggestions, advice...I'm open to it. We love Tom...but. Keith-no photos. What were they of? Dan H.!!! Bruce Crandell, the "Snake." Wow, did you meet a hero in the true sense of the word. Is he doing OK? And to our California friends-the magnitude of what is happening in your state is difficult to comprehend. Be safe, do not be foolish, and help those you can,if you can. Alex---now I'm off to unpack boxes, I envy your having that over with: my new address is Judith Singer, 7221 W. BLuemound Road, Milwaukee, WI, 53213-3634. The phone is 414-322-2160. You should all feel free to call and write----and send many, many checks for the Christmas fund. BTW-thanks Kal. For our Memorial Service after the Veterans Day Parade this year, I'm having ex-POW(Vietnam) Don Heiliger brought in by helicopter to participate in our POW-MIA Missing Man Table Ceremony, and lay a wreath in remembrance of our fallen and missing friends and brothers. I feel so honored that the words to explain my feelings are unobtainable. Phew! What a roller coaster this year had been...but his attendance will make the entire year worthwhile. "Nuff said. Love all of you-Gently
Gently
USA - Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 09:38:48 (MST)
I saw that someone was asking how to attach their tail rotor chain bracelet so it can be removed. I recall using .42 stainless steel safety wire bent around so that it could come off in case of a very hard tug or a simple straightening out with pliers or a screw driver. I never did have problems wearing it. I only took it off once. That was the last time I wore it back in the '70's. I met someone last night that some of you might know, Bruce Crandall. He was the pilot depicted in the movie "We Were Soldiers". An interesting guy and down to earth. It was great to be able to talk to him. One of the people that works with me is realated to him. We plan on getting together again. This time I will bring my copy of the book "We were Soldiers" and have him sign his photo. He is a true hero. For all our friends in Southern California, hope you have enough marshmallows to go with that camp fire. 2,600 homes and 20 people gone and the count still climbing! What a mess. Keep cool and calm down there.
Dan Hertlein
Sumner, WA USA - Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 08:32:43 (MST)
here is the addy, copy and posted. There is a different slideshow at http://dirtiestfuckingbastard.com/vietnam/ now. This one uses javascript. If you want to download a picture, you can just click on the word "image" or right-click on the picture and click on "Save As..." They're all there plus some others which I never added to the slideshow. You might just look at it in reverse because the ones that were added are mostly of people instead of things. Images 39-44 are the new ones.
alvis
USA - Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 06:42:31 (MST)
my son sent me an addy where some of pics are. they are aug of 71 thru july of 72.Most are of 129th "A.O." or lane and living quarters.any remember a pilot with sex written on the back of his helmet?think his name was Davis.can anyone help identify people in the pics? Reb, you where there after me and jim ,you were there b4 me, so maybe i can find out some names.Dont know why, but i keep thinking lurch is in a pic, maybe 2.the addy is---- http://dirtest fucking bastard.com/vietnam/--- dirt f bas. might be one word.sorry folks, i didnt name it, it was named after a view point( my sons) of my behaviour after returning.I want to thank him for allowing me access to these pics from our past.other pics are of 60th ahc A.O., my dead gunner,and some of tan sanute(?sp) when i was leaving. perhaps some of u heard of a dust off crashing in very bad weather near nha trang, 2 pics of whats left of it. no surviours.sometimes trips down memory lane can be bumpy.
alvis
USA - Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 06:37:52 (MST)
Jim, I sent you an email last night and it was returned. recieved your email today requesting another. I just sent it..its midnight here,wensday, so hope you get it.
alvis
USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 22:17:13 (MST)
Well Hello Flight!!! Liz and I are finally moved. But, after living out of boxes for 5 months. Didn't realize how much stuff we had. But, we are enjoying our new surroundings and the quite!! Haven't got caught up on the log yet. Still working alot of hours.judith email me your address please so I can send you some money for our fund. Remember guys and gals it's the thought of sharing. It doesn't have to be a huge donation, but, what you can afford. Well hope everyone and their famlies are in good health and spirits. And will post later. Will be leaving for Barberton, Ohio on Saturday for a few days. Take Care Brothers and Sisters of the 129th. Alex
Alex
USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 15:48:14 (MST)
Gently, did you get a couple pic's I sent you a couple days ago? E-Mail.... Keith
Keith 72-73
ms USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 14:10:51 (MST)
Robbie, gently has a good idea. The federal gov is hiring now in the tranportation Security Amin. They are the people that screen at the airports.Susan has been snooping around tha job and has taken the first test for it.Pays 20 something a year to startand thats part time . shrug, Its just a thought. It can be done on line to start with. just type it in. No, it didnt happen at kokomo. happened a few years b4 that.As I said, it didnt hurt, but i dont care for things shoved up me, its an exit, not an entrance.I think drinking a gallon of that stuff the night b4 was the worst part.Try to get the pill.And I think that was Rick at the campfire, he was the last to run away...hehehehe.Ray, hope Kris is doing better . Gently, how is tom doing? gotta run, g'day
alvis
USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 11:02:33 (MST)
Gale-at least he didn't have the test before Kokomo this year!!! LOL! Always there-Gently
Gently
USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 08:53:22 (MST)
Alvis, thanks for the words of encouragement for the "butt cam". I have a woman Dr that hardly speaks english, so, I doubt the "Pokemon" joke would go to well. With her in control of the butt cam, I don't think it would be wise. Hopefully your test went alright & mine will too. Speaking of "farting like a Missouri mule".................did you have that test just before the Kokomo campfire last year? Just thinking back....what do ya think Rick & Judith? Rainer, feels good not to have a schedule huh? We'll make more plans later. Flight, wishing all of our 129th brothers & sisters in Ca. the best of luck with the fires. Gale
Gale
USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 08:36:29 (MST)
Welcome back Gale-missed you. Hope that beaches were hot(no pun intended, never mind, go with the pun). Farty Fred(by the way Fred..that was more information than I needed to know about your body's music), other than the discomfort, did the test show anything? Robbie, go to www.military.com, for some job prospects. Also type in "Federal Jobs" on the subject line and see what the Fed's may have to offer you. Remember you get extra points for being a Veteran. Alex is going to be off the site for a while because they are moving-but he'll be back after that. Jim W---I'd love to see that photo that Fred is talking about!!! 'nuff said. Don't forget the Christmas Fund-----Gently
Gently
USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 07:41:24 (MST)
actually I drank very rarely over there.When I did tho, it was to extreme most times.I can remeber going to the EM club only once, with most of the other occasions being beer parties in the line shack.Loved to smoke my pot tho.
alvis
USA - Wednesday, October 29, 2003 at 07:30:00 (MST)
Thanks Fred, i hope good things happen between you & your son , that is the important thing. The reason you remember my drinking so well is drinking is supposed to make you forget. Worked for me!!! At least for awhile. jim
Jim Westwang 71-72
sheridan, wy USA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 22:14:17 (MST)
Jim Westwang, I was told by my younger son that he will get you the pic of you in the flight line shack.Perhaps you will be able to now show your daughter that bare chested,ruffian warrior that you were. ( back then one didnt get between Jim and the beer cooler)hehehe. hope this comes thru for you my friend.
alvis
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 18:57:32 (MST)
Gale, include me in for the 15th, I don't have to check a work schedule anymore. has anyone heard from Alex and Liz, I was wondering if they got moved or not. Rainer 65-68
Rainer Bauer <
bauerrv@aol.com>
Indy, USA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 12:33:15 (MST)
HELLO TO ALL I WANT TO THANK YOU ALL FOR ASKING ABOUT MY DAUGHTER KRIS SHE IS DOING BETTER STILL HAS HEAD ACKES BUT NOT AS BAD , I THANK YOU ALL A BROTHER ALWAYS RAY
RAY <
STILWATING@AOL.COM>
MD USA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 11:21:45 (MST)
Warning to those who are having cam shoved up butt. The stuff they give you to drink the night b4 is god awful. Mix it with some juice to kill the taste. That being said, they now have a pill you can take instead, do yourself a favor and ask for it.Id they offer you a seditive, by all means, take it.It doesnt hurt but it sure was uncomfy for me. Made me fart like a missouri mule. And tell the protologist this joke b4 hand....You know what you call a Jamacian proctologist?... pokemon. The doctor didnt even kiss me after either..hehehehe.Take care all and be careful out there. Gale, will let you know about the week of the 15th,havent got my roster for that week yet.
alvis
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 08:35:27 (MST)
BACK FROM R&R ! Had a great time on the sunny beach of Siesta Key, Florida and trying to catch up on the commo. Ray, keep posting brother and the best of luck to Kris. Rick, hope you can kick the habit (maybe you can help Judith ;o]). I've never smoked,so, I can't say too much. Maybe if you got one of those penis enlargements it would keep your mind off the "ciggies". Heeheehheehehehe. Robbie, I know what you are talkng about........I'm scheduled for my 1st colonoscopy next week (Nov 5th) at the VA. No problems, just routine. Larry, remember to not inhale....that's potent stuff. Debbie's son is still in LA and she's flying out there Nov 14th for few days. Hope things have calmed down by then. Alvis, I was kinda thinkin' of goin' to see Mark the weekend that Debbie is gone....Nov 15th (35 years since my ETS ). Any other takers out there for that date??? Rainer, good to hear from you. Missed you guys at Kokomo and hope everything goes well with your tests. I'm sure that you'll feel better being retired.....it sure took a load off my shoulders. Good day all. Clear, Gale
Gale
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 07:16:42 (MST)
Ray, I'm sorry to hear about the problems Kris is having. I know she's one of the people that keeps your feet on the ground. (not that you'd ever climb up on a roof or anything) I'll keep her in my thoughts. Rainer, i hope they find that everything is Benine for you. The older i get the more i start thinking about that crap. I have an appointment in December to have a Colonoscopy done because my mother had colon cancer and now my brother had it. He is fine by the way and recovering nicely. He will not have to have any Chemotherapy. Larry K. i guess you should lay in a big supply of beer in case the fire comes back you can start drinking before it gets there and be prepared to put it out. Mark Jackson, If you're just reading and not posting, lets hear from you. Give us some of that POP-A-TOP info. Tell us who's been in lately that we might know. How's your Dad doing? How's the wife and kids... Miss you on here Brother. Hope all of the rest of the Hiss and Pissers are ok... Jobless in Rochester, Robbie.... Bulldog 265.
Robbie
Rochester, NY USA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 05:51:43 (MST)
I HEAR YOU FRED BUT MABY I JUST BETTER FLY ALONG SIDE,,,DON'T YA THINK. I KNOW ITS HARD FOR ALL THE BROTHERS & SISTERS OUT CALIF WAY TO WATCH EVERYTHING GO UP IN SMOKE BUT LOOK AT THE BRIGHT SIDE MAKES REMODELING A HECK OF A LOT EASIER. I GUESS WHAT THE POLITICIANS DON'T DESTROY MOTHER NATURE TAKES CARE OF,,,I WISH THE BEST FOR EVERYONE. HEY DON MCCOURT DID YOU GET THE PACKAGE. YOU SHOULD HAVE RECIEVED IT BY NOW AND THANKS A MILLION FOR SHARING WITH ME,,,I DID REC. A FEW PEOPLE. RAY I HOPE THAT YOUR DAUGHTER GETS WELL SOON IT'S NO FUN BEING SICK. TAKE CARE ALL YOU HISS & PISSERS I'M OUTTA HERE,,,WINGS LEVEL JIM
jim oliver
pembroke, ga USA - Tuesday, October 28, 2003 at 00:57:27 (MST)
Dang Larry, best of luck to you.Saw that on the news tonight,looked like a war zone.Hang in there Ray, we can read your posting just fine and best hopes and prayers for your daughter.JIm O., they hold the U,S. nationals drag race one mile from here. Last year a plane landed on the drag strip thinking it was a nearby airports runway (cesna). Heck, dont see y you cant also, flying the 129th flag of course.I'll meet you at the end of the strip and we will make a clean getaway as the county line is between here and there. chuckling.Gently, Tom seems like a very nice guy, hope he can put his demons behind him.its a tough thing to do, as many in here know. hey Rainer,Good luck buddy, hope it all works out quickly for you.Hey Gale, when you want to go see Mark? Maybe the second week in Nov.? got your email Jim.
alvis
USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 18:03:01 (MST)
Man oh man, the fire around here is really spooky! The ash falls so heavily that sometimes it looks like snow flurries. Fortunatly I live in the middle of town and the fire appears to be finally headed in another direction. Unfortunatly there's a bunch more folks in the line of travel. We've had all entrances and exits blocked for about 24 hrs. but I think the west of the freeway might be open now. Jeeez, between the grocery strike, the Metro Transport Strike, and the fires, all we need now is an earthquake. What makes things even more complicated is that come winter and the rains, it'll be time for mudslides 'cause all the vegetation is gone. Woo hoo, I think I'll grab the marshmallows and head out to the hills!
Larry Kwiatkowski <
chrger66@aol.com>
Simi Valley, CA USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 14:36:09 (MST)
HELLO ALL THANKS JEFF FOR INFOR THEY SENT HER HOME SHE STILL GETS HEAD ACKES BUT NOT AS BAD, AND SOME FLUID A ROUND GER BRAIN. WHEN SHE WAS BORN SHE WAS BORN WITH A ENLARGED HEAD WE FILED A CLAME BUT WAS DENIED THAT,, THEY TRYED TO KEEP GIVING HER MORFINE FINILY SHE SAID NO MORE JUST GIVE ME EXTRA STRENT TYNOAL. SO THEY WILL DO A FOLLOW UP NEXT WEEK I LET U KNOW. ALL I CARE ABOUT IS FOR HER TO BE WELL. YHANKS FOR INFOR JEFF THEY DONT TELL ME MUCH CAUSE I GET SO CONFUSED AND MIXED UP AND FORGET ANY WAY BUT GOT THIS FROM GAIL OH ITS THE NON VIRAL KIND TO THANK GOD SO WE HAVE TO SEE AGAIN THANKS A BROTHER ALWAYS RAY I HOPE YOU CAN UNDERSTAND WHAT IAM SAYING
RAY <
STILWATING@AOL.COM>
MD USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 09:43:14 (MST)
Menigitis can be either acute aseptic usually resulting from a viral infection or acute meningococcal which is usually caused by some form of gram-negative cocci. The second form does have a symptom of intense headache as well as many others and can be very serious. Let us all pray it is not this type and Ray's daughter has a complete and speedy recovery.
jeff
USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 09:20:33 (MST)
Dave-very cool on the patch! Thanks for the heads up! Flight, we have't heard from Ray lately because his daughter Kris(who has been on the site) has been in the hospital for serous migrain headaches. Ray just emailed me that she has been diagonosed with a form on meningitis(Agent Orange? Anyone know?). Keep his family in your prayers, as we do for our other dear friends who have posted with illnesses. I'm sure this stress over the last week has set Ray back...so a line of support to him would help ground him. And for those of you who met my friend Tom(Marine, Vietnam 71-72) at Kokomo-he's relapsed. Joe and I, and another friend, did an intervention last night and took him to the VA for detox. He may have died had we not. He is struggling very hard with his addiction and making bad choices at every turn in the road-please pray for him also. Such a world:>( Love to all of you-every day is precious-let people know you love them, it may be the last time you see them. Saddened, but with hope, for all-Gently
Gently
USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 07:46:42 (MST)
Howdy, Flight! The Vietnam Experience web site has added our patch to its collection. Here is the link: http://www.vietnamexp.com/DATA/patches/patch11.htm Enjoy!
Dave Powers
USA - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 07:29:53 (MST)
Rick. Get the drug store to order you a product called cigarrest. Spelling might be wrong. Two different types. One is a gum the other is 21 tiny pills to be taken 3 times a day for 7 days. Get the one with the pills. Read the WHOLE book and follow direction EXACTLY TO A TEE. 23 years of smoking gone in 7 days and not one craving after the seven days. Good luck.
Clifton Pyle
Washington, NC USA - Saturday, October 25, 2003 at 07:07:42 (MDT)
Yeah! The boys are back in town:>))))))))!!!!! The boys are back in town!!! Gently
Gently
USA - Friday, October 24, 2003 at 15:14:34 (MDT)
RAINER I HOPE EVERYTHING GOES WELL FOR YOU WITH THE PROSTATE. I HAD TO HAVE RADICAL SURGERY 3 YEARS AGO BEFORE THEY WERE DOING IT THE NEW WAY WITH LAZERS,,,BUT THE GOOD THING IS THAT I'M STILL CANCER FREE. YOU VERY WELL MAY NOT HAVE A SERIOUS PROBLEM BUT YOU ARE DOING THE WISE THING. RICK I ENJOYED OUR CHAT ALSO AND BE SURE TO LET ME KNOW ABOUT 431 AND I'LL TRY MY BEST TO MAKE IT IF IT'S CLOSE TO SAVANNAH. WELL I'M WORKING THIS WEEKEND TO GET MORE TIME TO GO FLYING,,,GOT THE HARD STUFF COMMING UP,,,STALLS STEEP TURNS AND SLOW FLIGHT,,,WHOOPIE TAKE CARE
jim oliver
pembroke, ga USA - Thursday, October 23, 2003 at 23:44:51 (MDT)
Hi Guys, I know that I have been silent for quite a while, but I am still thinking of you. I have had quite a few problems but most are taken care of now. I have an enlarged Prostate and am going to have some biopsies taken tomorrow. Also I have joined Gale in the ranks of retired. By the way when is the wedding going to be?? Alex, I am glad you finally got moved, let me know your new address and phone # if it has changed. Gently, there is a check in the mail, not as much as I would like, But I will be counting pennies now. And where the Devil are you Mark & Dee?
Rainer Bauer <bauerrv@aol.com>
Indy, USA - Thursday, October 23, 2003 at 20:24:47 (MDT)
Hello My Brothers, Time for a little Christian Joke!!! The atheist and the bear An atheist was taking a walk through the woods, admiring all that the "accident of evolution" had created. "What majestic trees! What powerful rivers! What beautiful animals!" he said to himself. As he was walking alongside the river he heard a rustling in the bushes behind him. He turned to look. He saw a 7-foot grizzly charge towards him. He ran as fast as he could up the path. He looked over his shoulder and saw that the bear was closing in on him. He ran even faster, so scared that tears were coming to his eyes. He looked over his shoulder again, and the bear was even closer. His heart was pumping frantically and he tried to run even faster. He tripped and fell to the ground. He rolled over to pick himself up but saw the bear, right on top of him, reaching for him with his left paw and raising his right paw to strike him. At that instant the atheist cried out "Oh my God!...." Time stopped. The bear froze. The forest was silent. Even the river stopped moving. As a bright light shone upon the man, a voice came out of the sky: "You deny my existence for all of these years; teach others I don't exist; and, even credit creation to a cosmic accident. Do you expect me to help you out of this predicament? Am I to count you as a believer?" The atheist looked directly into the light: "It would be hypocritical of me to suddenly ask You to treat me as a Christian now, but perhaps could you make the bear a Christian?" "Very well," the voice said. The light went out. The river ran again. And the sounds of the forest resumed. And then the bear dropped its right paw ........ brought both paws together.... bowed its head and spoke: "Lord, for this food which I am about to receive, I am truly thankful. God Blessing to you ALL!! Brother Joe
Joe Campbell <vva324jfc@aol.com>
Milwaukee, USA - Thursday, October 23, 2003 at 15:31:23 (MDT)
hi
Keith 72-73
USA - Thursday, October 23, 2003 at 14:05:43 (MDT)
I am still here Judith. I am trying to quit smoking I started yesturday. When do I start tearing things up. Should I go in public?????hehehehehe Talked to Mark on the phone he says Dee and him are doing fine. Talked to Jim O. had a good conversation with him. He is doing those ultra lites and carving walking sticks and working.****I know Gale is on vacation where is The Freds. Ray how are you doing???? Judith how is Joe doing? I am trying Judith You all be careful out there.
Rick England
USA - Thursday, October 23, 2003 at 10:13:29 (MDT)
Oh,oh. Where is everybody? Let's get back here:>)))
Gently
USA - Wednesday, October 22, 2003 at 14:59:31 (MDT)
Rick,Tom, Jim, and "secret" friend-thank you for the donations to the Christmas Fund. It's growing, but slowly, and I'm becoming concerned that in the end, even with the $250 from the bracelet, we will not have enough to help more than one person. Just planting a seed, with hopes that it becomes a tree, a Christmas tree:>))) Always there-Gently
Gently
USA - Tuesday, October 21, 2003 at 06:52:30 (MDT)
Good to hear from you Frenchie. I sure will let you know when hopefully I will fink out sonething new. I did read that from Carlin. Good advice that is Carlin's style the way he wrote it. There two kinds of people coaches and players we need to be both. That way we can help each other out and help our selves out. I am guilty of that. All we can do is try.********* Jim O. I lost your phone no. Bill can if you have it could you e-mail it to me. Thanks everybody for being here.******* How do we get started on this spam filter???? I will help pay for it. I went fishing with some guys from the area here I didn't catch anything but the others caught 65lb 55lb few 20s 10s and some 5s and 8s. Flathead catfish. It was good to get out. Good eating love catfish. flight be careful out there
Rick England
USA - Tuesday, October 21, 2003 at 06:43:44 (MDT)
Watsup.. Rick I just got back from Fl. for Biketoberfest. WHAT A HOOT... The wife may have back surgery.Please let me know when it might be, I would love to be there. Road Trip... Kool. Jim I have a very bad case of CRS which Address was that? Great that you are flying high. A Best friend of mine sent me the Carlin Thing I hope you like it. Bill (His wife recently died...) Isn't it amazing that George Carlin - gross and mouthy comedian of the 70's and 80's - could write something so very eloquent ... and so very appropriate post 9-11. A wonderful Message by George Carlin: The paradox of our time in history is that we have taller buildings but shorter tempers, wider freeways, but narrower viewpoints. We spend more, but have less, we buy more, but enjoy less. We have bigger houses and smaller families, more conveniences, but less time. We have more degrees but less sense, more knowledge, but less judgment, more experts, yet more problems, more medicine, but less wellness. We drink too much, smoke too much, spend too recklessly, laugh too little, drive too fast, get too angry, stay up too late, get up too tired, read too little, watch TV too much, and pray too seldom. We have multiplied our possessions, but reduced our values. We talk too much, love too seldom, and hate too often. We've learned how to make a living, but not a life. We've added years to life not life to years. We've been all the way to the moon and back, but have trouble crossing the street to meet a new neighbor. We conquered outer space but not inner space. We've done larger things, but not better things. We've cleaned up the air, but polluted the soul. We've conquered the atom, but not our prejudice. We write more, but learn less. We plan more, but accomplish less. We've learned to rush, but not to wait. We build more computers to hold more information, to produce more copies than ever, but we communicate less and less. These are the times of fast foods and slow digestion, big men and small character, steep profits and shallow relationships. These are the days of two incomes but more divorce, fancier houses, but broken homes. These are days of quick trips, disposable diapers, throwaway morality, one night stands, overweight bodies, and pills that do everything from cheer, to quiet, to kill. It is a time when there is much in the showroom window and nothing in the stockroom. A time when technology can bring this letter to you, and a time when you can choose either to share this insight, or to just hit delete. Remember, spend some time with your loved ones, because they are not going to be around forever. Remember, say a kind word to someone who looks up to you in awe, because that little person soon will grow up and leave your side. Remember, to give a warm hug to the one next to you, because that is the only treasure you can give with your heart and it doesn't cost a cent. Remember, to say, "I love you" to your partner and your loved ones, but most of all mean it. A kiss and an embrace will mend hurt when it comes from deep inside of you. Remember to hold hands and cherish the moment for someday that person will not be there again. Give time to love, give time to speak, and give time to share the precious thoughts in your mind. Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. HOW TO STAY YOUNG 1. Throw out nonessential numbers. This includes age, weight and height. Let the doctor worry about them. That is why you pay him/her. 2. Keep only cheerful friends.. The grouches pull you down. 3. Keep learning. Learn more about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever. Never let the brain idle. " An idle mind is the devil's workshop." And the devil's name is Alzheimer's. 4. Enjoy the simple things. 5. Laugh often, long and loud. Laugh until you gasp for breath. 6. The tears happen. Endure, grieve, and move on. The only person who is with us our entire life, is ourselves. Be ALIVE while you are alive. 7. Surround yourself with what you love, whether it's family, pets, keepsakes, music, plants, hobbies, whatever. Your home is your refuge. 8. Cherish your health: If it is good, preserve it. If it is unstable, improve it. If it is beyond what you can improve, get help. 9. Don't take guilt trips. Take a trip to the mall, to the next county, to a foreign country, but NOT to where the guilt is. 10. Tell the people you love that you love them, at every opportunity. AND ALWAYS REMEMBER: Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. If you don't send this to at least 8 people.... who cares? -George Carlin
Bill French
Sugar Town , Ga no Rock - Monday, October 20, 2003 at 21:26:01 (MDT)
Geez! Who has time to wade through all of this crap. Let's get on with the SPAM filters already. I don't find this on other web sites I visit, so what's the problem here. This crap is very distracting and aggrevating-we're losing our purpose and people. Gently
Gently
USA - Monday, October 20, 2003 at 13:43:23 (MDT)
I am off next weekend, perhaps I can go see Mark ,see how he is doing and ask about some sort of spam filter. Gale?, want to join me? I hear those hot rod Mustangs run pretty good after you push start them. he hehe
alvis
USA - Sunday, October 19, 2003 at 19:20:40 (MDT)
all 3 kinda look fimaliar
alvis
USA - Saturday, October 18, 2003 at 09:39:12 (MDT)
thanks Jim, the pic got thru.
alvis
USA - Saturday, October 18, 2003 at 04:37:50 (MDT)
WOW WHAT A DIFFERENCE A COUPLE OF DAY MAKE,,,I'M TALKING ABOUT THE T/R CHAIN. WELL I HAVE SURVIVED 2 MORE DAYS OF TRAINING AND AM ABLE TO TAKE OFF AND LAND THAT SQUIRRELY THING CALLED A ULTRALITE,,,BUT MOST IMPORTANT IS I AM HAVING A BALL,,OK SOMETIMES. RICK I NEED TO TALK TO YOU ABOUT 431 SOMETIME I THINK IF WHAT I SAY IS CORRECT YOU WILL BE AMAZED,,AS FAR AS GOING TO FLA. IF I CAN AND IT'S CLOSE BY I WOULD BE HONORED. I AM WORKING A LOT TO GET THE EXTRA TIME OFF FOR MY FLIGHT TRAINING. FRENCHIE, THE E-MAIL ADDRESS THAT YOUR FRIEND GAVE ME DOES NOT WORK, SO I WILL TRY AND CONTACT YOU IN A FEW DAYS. DON McCORT I MAILED YOUR BOOK BACK TODAY, THANKS BROTHER BUT I SAW NO PICS OF ME,,OH WELL I KNOW I WAS THERE ANYWAY. GENTLY THANKS FOR EVERYTHING YOU DO FOR ALL THE BROTHERS AND SISTERS OF THE 129TH,,,I'M QUITE SURE YOU HAVE MASTER WINGS SPREAD ABOVE US ALL AND LASTLY FRED ALVIS I WAS VERY TOUCHED BY YOUR SHARED STORY. LATER
jim oliver
pembroke, ga USA - Friday, October 17, 2003 at 19:26:08 (MDT)
I agree with you Tom. I am ready to help out. Tom would you like to do lunch next week sometime. BC and we will get together. Has anybody heard from Mark and Dee and how are they doing?? Flight be careful out there
Rick England
USA - Friday, October 17, 2003 at 03:42:15 (MDT)
Not that hard to stop the SPAM. Webmaster or someone with Admin rights, right click, view source, edit source, delete SPAM, File, Save, Exit. SPAM gone. Five minutes a day.
And put a SPAM filter on the web engine. There are several. If it is a question of money, I am sure the folks would be happy to throw a little into the pot.
Some of this SPAM gets pretty raw and is really not appropriate for kids and those coming here for educational purposes and the rest of us don’t need it either.
The real problem though is that it does nothing to honor the memory of those who will remain forever young.
My $.02 worth.
Soothsayer 67-68
Tom Shanahan
Phoenix, AZ USA - Thursday, October 16, 2003 at 19:50:15 (MDT)
Don, I saw Tom's photo on your site...thank you. And Jim, thank you for following through on it. Now I can visit:>). Ray, Don will put extra links on the bracelet, he doesn't think it will be a problem...but the bid for it is at $250.00 right now, and that's alot of money. This SPAM stuff has got to stop! Do you see it on other sites? Geez. With thoughts of thankfulness, that although there is a lot of SPAM, we still have a site.-Gently
Gently
USA - Thursday, October 16, 2003 at 13:26:16 (MDT)
Fred alvis, i am having problems getting e-mails to you but i am getting them from you, please send me e-mail addy, phone number, snail mail address. Don Miller, glad you got the pic, Judy gave me an e-mail & i sent it to that but it may have been wrong, would you give me your e- mail? thanks, i will not let it out>>>>Jim
Jim Westwang 71-72 <
westwang@bresnan.net>
sheridan, wy USA - Thursday, October 16, 2003 at 10:50:42 (MDT)
HELLO FLIGHT AND ALL MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS, MAY I ASK SOME ??? ABOUT THE TAIL ROTOR BRACLET HOW DO YOU GET IT TO FIT YOU. AND ONCE ON CAN IT COME OFF INCASE I NEED A MRI. SORRY BUT DONT KNOW HOWTO BUT ON IF I BID THANKS RAY
RAY <
stilwating@aol.com>
MD USA - Thursday, October 16, 2003 at 08:09:42 (MDT)
its just going to get worse Gale, with the federal " do not call" law.The pest have no where to turn but to here on the web.
alvis
USA - Thursday, October 16, 2003 at 08:05:07 (MDT)
We've gotta do something about these "spam jerks".....any ideas??
Gale
USA - Thursday, October 16, 2003 at 06:57:19 (MDT)
Jim W, thank you I got the pic from Gently. I sent you an E-mail so you should have my new address. the reason I don't post it here is I deleted 35 E-mails today alone trying to help me with any "physical problem" I might have. if you know what I mean LOL. Gently, we trust you to the max to be fair and honest. and I am sorry if I got you in over your head, but you know what? if you start to sink you can stand on my shoulders. if you need any help let me know I'll do what I can. I will have the new pic posted by this weekend. Later, Don
Don Miller
Valley Farms, AZ USA - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 20:26:03 (MDT)
Nope, no pic nor mail. ty 4 trying tho.
alvis <
ghoastrider1@hotmail.com>
indianapolis, Indiana USA - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 13:44:28 (MDT)
Smitty, good thoughts to pass on to our Fred. Fred..you listening? On an upbeat note, and Fred maybe this will show you the love we have for each other on this web site.. I have a secret bid for $250..................$250............$250......for the bracelet!!! This wonderful, loving, and generous person does not the name mentioned..and that is how it will be. Can you imagine!!!!!!!!!!$250.00! Thank you, oh "secret" friend of the 129th...thank you. Gently
Gently
USA - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 12:25:49 (MDT)
Fred, as i have said before, when i found the site in 1997, i talked with a shrink & he said it would be a double edged sword with good & bad coming out. I hope that this leads to something for you. When you are down, try to hang on to the good times we had, think about what a crazy, stupid,foolish bastard i was & some of those things i did & some things we did together, maybe it will help. Thanks for the jokes & I hope both you & Don Miller got the picture i sent. Profound respects, smitty
Jim Westwang 71-72
sheridan, wy USA - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 11:22:46 (MDT)
Bidders!!! I'm getting inquiries through my email about "secret" bidding, so I guess I have to change our closing time policy and paint a better picture for you. The reason I allowed secret bidding in the first place was in the event the bracelet was to be given as a Christmas, birthday, whatever gift. I certainly didn't want to get in the way of a cool surprise like that, and I'm sure you wouldn't want to either. I don't want anyone getting excited yet...no one has stepped up with a secret bid..but it could happen. So here's what we'll do: the highest bid at 4PM on 11/10 will receive the bracelet, whether the bid was made on the web or through my email address(The time had to be changed because because I'm leaving 4:30 on Monday and taking Veterans Day off to honor you, and our fallen brothers and friends). But from 3:30 to 4:00 I will keep posting any secret bids. This will afford(no pun)the rest of you a fair chance to continue in the bidding. I will announce the highest bidder and amount,if this person wants the name mentioned, as soon as I am able after 4PM. The secret bidders will have to keep an eye on the web site bidding to stay in the game. If you have a better idea, I'm open for it. The main thing is that I keep the names of bidders to my email, confidential, ....the bid itself will be shared. Yes, Don, you've got me in over my head on this one. I pray there are won't be any problems to Don's beautiful gesture, and that everyone trusts that I'm being honest and fair. Geez............With smiles-Gently
Gently
USA - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 11:10:32 (MDT)
very exciteing news reguarding the iron butterfly Rick. Hope u get to see her and grab some pics. Thank all of you for those kind words. I realized last night i didnt even know the name of the path that I had been trodding all these years nor where it would lead. Yes Gale, I think the sisters and you helped with out prayers being heard. Bet the rest of the fellas up there heard them also.I still dont know how to answer the letter or even if i should. I suppose i should, thanking her.I wonder if she wants to hear about her sons last day on earth.I suppose I should get with Mark on this, he has been thru it.I am in a complete unknown area here. g'day.
alvis
USA - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 10:05:58 (MDT)
Well it's 8:45 AM here, and my eyes have welled-up to the point I may have to put some Preparation H on the bags beneath them. Fred, my gentle giant, what beautiful words and heart-felt feelings you presented to us today. The 129th is here for you, and we are warmed by the fact that you know that and shared with us what may be a turning point, or at least some closure. You have proven to everyone on this site that there is a very strong brotherhood here, and that the deepest of emotions can be shared, understood, and responded to with the greatest of love. This wonderful group of soldiers and supporters is here for exactly those reason. Thank you for reminding us that this is a healing place, where pain and concerns can be shared, safely. I know you feel the warmth we are giving you today. I've known you for a couple of years now, Fred, and you have become a much loved friend. Our friendship is strong because of the type of man you are. My arms are wrapped around you today, and my heart covers yours. We are with you-Gently
Gently
USA - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 07:58:25 (MDT)
Fred hang in there!! I know alot of emotion pouring through you right now. The memories will always be there. But, I found it easier after the Charlotte reunion. All us 129th Brothers sharing our haunting memories. I found out for the first time since 1968 that I could shed those tears. I still always wondered why I came home!! And the rest of our Brothers didn't. But, my Brotheer Fred were all beside you, and always will. It's tough but, you will make it though this!! Rick glad to here the Iron Butterfly is coming along. Knowing your wetting your pants for it to be flyable!! HA! Ha! Ray was good talking to you on Sunday and you and Gail are doing ok!! Don Miller great idea on the tail rotor chain. But, I hope all of you Brothers and Sisters donate to the Christmas fund. Whatever you can donate will greatly be appreciate, And thanks to our Sister Gently for heading this project. She did a great job last year. As matter of fact everyone did with there donations. Thank you all!! let's have another banner year. LZ Indy!! the 129th has grown every year in attendence. Brothers and Sisters of the 129th! I plan on making Indy 2004 reunion and the Bite % Striles of the 129th will be there in record numbers. The Dark Horse of the cav. got the word out and they had 237 members show up. And I know if we all work hard we can fill up one of the huge meeting rooms. And we will. Will keep everyone informed on the exact dates. As I stated we are moving so I will be bown for a week or so. But,inclosing I would like to thank my wife Liz and all the wives and women in our lives of our unmarried Brothers as of yet( Gale ) for the support and understanding they given through the year. As a VHCMA President I Have seen the devotion spouses have given to our seriously ill Brothers. Brothers and Sisters a 24/7 job. But they they do this not caring about thier own self. But, for that veteran on his last flight. Words can express the honor and respect I have for OUR!!!!!!! Wives and Ladies in our live. They walk beside us all the way!! Just as we walked together in Vietnam. A huge Thank You to all you Ladies of the 129th and whom are with all or Veterans and military today!! THANKS!!! Alex 129th 65-68 Always A Brother
Alex
USA - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 07:30:13 (MDT)
Alvis, touching story. Hopefully you can see more of the good things along that path now. Gives us all a little help just to hear it. I'd like to think that the prayers sent from Kokomo were heard................thanks to Susan, Judith & Katherine for helping us. Rick, good luck again with the "Iron Butterfly". Maybe you'll get down there to see her yet. What part of Florida is she in? I'm gonna be in Florida next week, but, I don't know if I'll be close. It would be nice to get a piture of her. Randy, glad you got the pic of DeNault ok.................he was a pretty nice guy. Do you have any idea where he's at now? We need to get him to Indy. Clear, Gale
Gale
USA - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 07:00:27 (MDT)
Thanks for sharing that with us Fred. It will become clear for you to see that path. Our thoughts and love are with you my brother. Look forward to seeing you and your bride at the reunion.********* I am in contact again with the guys in Fl. that have the Iron Butterfly. The Transmission had to be changed out so there is a delay they are going to try a runup on Thurs of this week. Looking forward to seeing her again. Frenchie and Jim O. I will let you know if you guys are still willing to meet me there. Flight be carful out There. Clear left
Rick England
USA - Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 05:00:02 (MDT)
Its been a long lonely journy,barren ofmuch except dreams and impossable hopes. Its been a wandering path,hilly at times,foggy at others. As most of you know,I have been searching fot the familys of my 2 kia room mates from the 60th ahc.I recieved a letter today from daytona beach, from someone i didnt know. Inside was a letter from David Stovers Mom,one of the fellas we saluted in kokomo at the fallen brothers prayer. Seems her grandson went into the Vertiual wall site and downloaded my comments. It was wonderful when i relized whom that letter was from. With tears in my eyes,the sun has finally shown into a few of those dark corners on that damed path.I have put the letter away, to read again and again in private innerself moments.31 years,5 months and 27 days have passed.Will this path lead to closure? I hope so. Lots of feeling swirling around, cant make sense of them yet,but i am smiling. Those of you who have a path like mine,there is hope after all.Talk to you, my brothers, later.(and sisters)
alvis
USA - Tuesday, October 14, 2003 at 18:13:55 (MDT)
Jim,Please email that pic to me also.
alvis
USA - Tuesday, October 14, 2003 at 08:13:56 (MDT)
Flight: Well hope everyone and their families are good health and spirits. Just wanted my Brothers and Sisters to know my computer will be down for a few weeks. Yes!1 finally will be moving to our new house this weekend. And, then flying home to Barberton Ohio to visit family for a few days. Take Care!! Alex & Liz
Alex
USA - Tuesday, October 14, 2003 at 07:29:25 (MDT)
$150 is the high bid today for the special Tail Rotor Bracelet, with only 27 days left to bid. Jim Oliver, "Sky Stickman" himself, is our top bidder. Come on Jamie...:>))!!! Remember everyone, all of the money will be placed in our Christmas Club, so the purchase will double-fold for the high bidder. Thanks for the web link Don..it will be comforting for many...and maybe we'll get the rest of the 129th POW-MIA-KIA photos posted. Mr. Westwang:>)) could you email Don the photo you have of Tom Shaw at the NCO club? Let the bidding continue. And don't forget to donate to the Christmas Fund whether you bid on "The Bracelet" or not. I can already think of a couple of our 129ers in need of money to get to the Re-union---let's get them there! With smiles all day long, Gently
Gently <
jsinger@uwm.edu>
USA - Tuesday, October 14, 2003 at 06:57:42 (MDT)
here it is: http://donald_6.tripod.com/bracelet.htm either copy and paste or just click on my name below. BTW latched it is 8 inches adjustable to 8 3/4 inches. if the winner needs it to be larger or smaller I can fix that too. as I do have about 2 inches of chain left. Later, Don
Don Miller
Valley Farms, AZ USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 22:34:09 (MDT)
Evening Flight, WOW what did I start here ? I thought it would raise a couple bucks for the fund but I never thought it would do anything like this. Rick it is just a bracelet not a whole chain. I wish it was ..... I'd have a gold mine LOL. I am trying to find some more chain but at this point I am having no luck at all. I sent Gently pic's of it so she knows what it looks like. I will post the pic's on my web site and put the URL in here for all to see. so you aren't bidding on a "pig in a poke". for those that asked if you click on my name below it will take you to my web site for the 129th MIA/KIA's. it is a work in progress so hopefully it will get better as time goes by. Later, Don
Don Miller
Valley Farms, AZ USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 21:35:16 (MDT)
FOR US FOLKS THAT ARE LOST AS LAST YEARS EASTER EGGS,,,HOW ABOUT SOME PROGRESSIVE INSTRUCTIONS TO MR MILLERS SITE,,,AND ON THAT NOTE I'LL RAISE YA TO 150. I'M OUTTA HERE IN THE AM FOR 3 DAYS OF FLYING IN ST GEORGE, SOUTH CAROLINA,,,I'LL LET EVERYONE KNOW HOW IT GOES. GOT PLUMMERS COMMING ON FRI TO INSTALL NEW HOT WATER HEATER,,,,ONE LAST THING, YOU ALL KEEP BIDDING I JUST MIGHT BE OUT OF A JOB MYSELF COME 1 DEC,,,I SURE HOPE THAT'S NOT THE CASE,,,,WINGS LEVEL,,,CHECK ATTITUDE,,,,,JIM
jim oliver
pembroke, ga USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 18:05:56 (MDT)
Good afternoon flight. I'll bid $100 on the bracelet. Ron still has a piece of his tail rotor chain on his key ring. It's with him every day of his life and he treasures it. I would love to wear this bracelet and show my never ending support of the 129th. This is a great idea you guys. I'm in!
Jamie DeBates <
rebate@cablemt.net>
Big Timber, MT USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 15:22:32 (MDT)
Don Miller--I have just visited your beautifully up-dated web site. You put a lot of love and labor into it as is evidenced by the variety of information located on it and linked from it. It saddened my heart to read about your nephew, and I was saddened even further to see that we still do not have a photo for all of our 129 POW/MIA/KIA's posted on your site. If anyone has old photos of our friends and brothers-please get them to Don. On the otherhand, I did see more than the last time I checked. And Katherine, our Mr. Shanley now has a photo there. Don, you should be very proud of your heartfelt and loving site and thank you for acknowledging this web site on yours, and for posting the note pertaining to the 129th. You are doing some very healing work for all of us. Thank you Don. Gently ($75---let's go!)
Gently
USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 14:24:37 (MDT)
Don Miller--I have just visited your up-dated web site. It saddened my heart to read about your nephew, and I was saddened even further to see that we still do not have a photo for all of our 129 POW/MIA/KIA's posted on your site. If any one has old photos of our friends and brothers-please get them to Don. On the otherhand, I did see more than the last time I checked. You should be very proud of your heartfelt and loving site. Also, thank you for acknowledging this web site on yours, and for posting the note pertaining to the 129th. You are doing some very healing work for all of us. Thank you Don.
Gently
USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 14:12:27 (MDT)
Is it a tail rotor chain from gunship "929"? If it is it belong to be in D.C.
Randy
USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 12:12:48 (MDT)
I'll bid $75 for the bracelet. Gale thanks for the picture of Denualt. Ater Nam we were stationed together at Fort Carson. We and our wifes ran around together. I had a 67 vette and he had a 63, spilt window vette. Thanks for the memories. Clear left
Randy
USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 12:10:07 (MDT)
Thanks Don for contributing this Chain. Is it one braclet or the whole chain???? That woulod make a big difference. Thanks Brother
Rick England
USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 11:44:55 (MDT)
We have only one Tail Rotor Bracelet!!!!!! So let's go...who wants to wear this distinguished piece of history!!! A $50 bid from Rick England has just come in!!! Come on bidder...bidder...bidder!!!....or something "biddish" like they do at auctions:>) Anyone should feel free to use bidding words after they place their bid! So let's make it fun and funny!! Challenges? Let's go...theres' only one!!! Always there- Gently
Gently <
jsinger@uwm.edu>
USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 11:24:21 (MDT)
FLIGHT!!!! THIS IS COOL! TOO COOL..AND TO GENEROUS! I HAVE A TAIL ROTOR CHAIN BRACELET TO RAFFLE OFF TO INCREASE OUR CHRISTMAS FUND! DON MILLER HAS GENEROUSLY OFFERED IT FOR SUCH. THE BIDDING WILL TAKE PLACE AROUND THE CLOCK ON THIS WEB SITE(UNLESS IT'S AGAINST THE LAW), UNTIL 11:59PM ON 11/10. THE BRACELET WILL GO TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER AT 12:00AM ON NOVEMBER 11TH-VETERANS DAY! THE WINNER OF THE BEAUTIFUL, MEANINGFUL, AND HARD TO FIND, TAIL ROTOR BRACELET WILL BE VERY, VERY HAPPY, AND OUR CHRISTMAS FUND SHOULD BE ABLE TO HELP MORE THAN ONE OF YOU. SO, MY FRIENDS, YOU HAVE JUST SHY OF ONE MONTH TO GET THE BIDDING SO HIGH THAT JIM OLIVER WILL HAVE TO FLY AROUND IT! LET THE BIDDING BEGIN AT $20.00, WITH BIDS NOT LOWER THAN $10 INCREMENTS. IF YOU WANT TO REMAIN UNKNOWN IN YOUR BIDDING, EMAIL ME ON THE SIDE AND I'LL TAKE CARE OF THAT FOR YOU.------ ONE MORE THING...THIS DOESN'T MEAN YOU SHOULDN'T SEND ME DONATIONS FOR THE CHRISTMAS FUND...OH NO, IT DOESN'T WORK THAT WAY....WE'RE STILL AT $130. THANK YOU DON-WHAT A GUY! LET'S GO HAVE SOME FUN!!!!ALWAYS THERE-GENTLY
Gently <
jsinger@uwm.edu>
USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 09:19:26 (MDT)
It was worth the wait thanks allot Don. Good Job. Let Me know when you go to town again. Flight be careful out there
Rick England
USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 at 05:05:37 (MDT)
Evening flight, Well I've been at it again, I made some more web pages and this time I have a bunch of pic's I took while I was in country. I am sorry that the page loads so slowly but there are a few pic's there to load. if you can identify the people or aircraft shoot me an E-mail. hope you like them. Later, Don
Don Miller
Valley Farms, AZ USA - Sunday, October 12, 2003 at 21:23:14 (MDT)
thats a very nice statement, ty for sharing. Seems that i have ran into that in the last few years also.It used to kinda embaress me. Now its ok with me.
alvis
USA - Sunday, October 12, 2003 at 16:41:42 (MDT)
Checked my calendar this morning and it says "Columbus Day Honor Veterans! Fly the flag!" (Even though it is observed tomorrow.) It reminded me that Jim and I stopped by the Highground outside of Neillsville WI a couple weeks ago. It was the first time we had stopped that the gift shop was open. The volunteer working there saw Jim looking at things that said "VietNam Veteran". She asked if he was a vet and he said "yes". She shook his hand and said "Thank you for serving! Welcome home!" Later on the manager of the shop stopped us. He came up to Jim and shook his hand and said "Thank you for serving! Welcome home!" and he turned to me and said "thank you for taking good care of him". Even now remembering that brings on the tears. It was so affirming. I thought in light of what the calendar said, I'd share our experience.....in honor of all you Vets!
Sue Hydinger <
oldstuff@pointonline.net>
Rosholt, WI USA - Sunday, October 12, 2003 at 08:37:35 (MDT)
CORRECTION ON GUNSHIP IN PICTURE: Aircraft is Cobra-925.
Max
USA - Saturday, October 11, 2003 at 18:19:45 (MDT)
Hi flight, I just came back from visting the "Moving Wall". It really gets to you!
J.W. Wilson
USA - Saturday, October 11, 2003 at 14:49:35 (MDT)
Jim O. good juck and be careful. Max that is an exciting moment to hear about about someone else being there in that situation. Gale is Vinny your new nickname ?? Filtght be carefulout there
Rick England
USA - Saturday, October 11, 2003 at 10:01:58 (MDT)
GOOD MORNING ALL YOU HISS & PISSERS. I JUST REALIZED HOW CLOSE IT'S GETTING,,,THE HELL WITH X-MAS, IT'S ONLY 8 MONTHS TO INDY. GOT THE WEEK OFF,,GET TO DO A LITTLE FLYING AND POSSIBLY MEET A NEW LADY,,,MABY THINGS AREN'T SO BAD THAT YA CAN'T LIVE WITH THEM ANYWAY. WELL I'LL LET YOU ALL KNOW HOW THE FLYING GOES,,I'M SHOOTING FOR SOLO,,,IF NOT THIS TRIP THEN THE NEXT FOR SURE. BESIDES, I HEARD SOMETHING ABOUT THE "129TH" PRESENTS WINGS OVER INDY,,,ENOUGH DAYDREAMING, EVERYONE HAVE A ENJOYABLE WEEKEND,,,THE WEATHER IS PERFECT AND INDY'S IN THE AIR,,,,,,JIM
jim oliver
pembroke, ga USA - Saturday, October 11, 2003 at 06:17:00 (MDT)
thats neat max.
alvis
USA - Saturday, October 11, 2003 at 04:29:17 (MDT)
I just got an email and some photos from one of the crew members of the Air Force Husky chopper that rescued some of us (including me) after Bulldog-868 was shot down! He found our web site while doing an internet search, trying to identify one of our ships from a picture (Cobra-725) and find out what the armament on it was. The picture was taken in June or July of '66, at Phan Rang. Great picture, and if anyone knows who was crewing the ship then, let me know and I'll send a copy. He also verified that it was Phan Rang where we dropped our stuff so we could go on the emergency mission, and apparently where I was taken to the field hospital after being rescued. (The story of "The Death of 868" is on our Stories page at: http://www.129th.net/stories/868.html I'll have to update the story, as 'Cong Son' needs to be replaced with 'Phan Rang.') Very exciting to hear from someone who was there after all this time! Bite and Strike!
Max
USA - Saturday, October 11, 2003 at 00:04:47 (MDT)
ah, no Vinny(Gale), I don't think so...the mystery of it may intrigue them enough to join us in Kokomo next year. :>0000 Gently
Gently <
jsinger@uwm.edu>
USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 15:06:12 (MDT)
Uhhhh Judith, you may want to explain that a little bit for our readers. :o) Gale
Gale
USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 12:54:30 (MDT)
Sister Katherine! Fred and Gale worked ya over ta da point ya couldn't refuse, eh? Indy it will be then. Gently
Gently
USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 12:35:43 (MDT)
Randy, yea I remember Gerry DeNault. I was there when he got shot while crewing guns. I have a picture of him I'll send you. Someone else was talking about him awhile back.......Maybe Lee Wood or Ted Gustafson...I dunno!? Gale
Gale
USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 10:56:58 (MDT)
Gently, thanks for the address. I wrote it down this time so I should have it from now on. I will send something in the next few weeks. I have made a change in my plans so I will be at Indy this year. What power the 129th has over me. Take care. As always, a sister, Katharine
Katharine
USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 10:54:12 (MDT)
Oops sorry about your name Gale. I was typing so fast I didn't catch it. You can take away my NCO club pass. Randy
Randy
USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 08:32:36 (MDT)
Thanks one and all for the infro on the reunion. I will check out the VHMCA web site and get everything I need. Gently thanks for the address. I will send something about the 1st of Nov. Still looking for that darn firewall. Should have it first of next week. Weather nice in K.C. Haven't had to put my car top up yet. Does anyone remember Gerry DeNault. Was in the maintenance plt. and latter {late 67 or early 68} went on to crew the other gunship with the thumper on the nose. Or Ed Hansen from Helena Mt. Crewed a gunship with him and took R&R {I and I actually} with him to Japan and haven't heard from him since. Any help would be nice. Gail thanks for the Blatts. Got 9 of them. I haven't lost it all yet. Have a great weekend flight. Clear left Randy
Randy
USA - Friday, October 10, 2003 at 08:29:47 (MDT)
Fred A. - A little snow has fallen in the mountains... sure is pretty!
Dave Powers
USA - Thursday, October 09, 2003 at 11:32:43 (MDT)
Zip code? It was a test and you passed it Gale:>))))))))))))))) 53226. With glee, Gently
Gently
USA - Thursday, October 09, 2003 at 08:25:10 (MDT)
My heart has been touched, one more time, by U.S. soldiers. Thanks for sharing that beautiful piece Larry. I'm going to read it again and have another cup of coffee. Gently
Gently
USA - Thursday, October 09, 2003 at 08:21:37 (MDT)
personaly, my coffee is just a little sweeter this morning. Makes one proud.
alvis
USA - Thursday, October 09, 2003 at 07:37:26 (MDT)
Subject: Here's Something to Go With Your MorningCoffee > > > > The Third Infantry Regiment at Fort Myer has theresponsibility for > > providing ceremonial units and honor guards for state occasions,White > > House social functions, > > public celebrations and interments at Arlington National Cemetery....and > > standing a very formal sentry watch at the Tombs of the Unknowns. The > > public is familiar > > with the precision of what is called. "walking post" at theTombs. There > > are roped off galleries where visitors can form to observe thetroopers > > and their measured step > > and almost mechanical silent rifle shoulder changes. They are relieved > > every hour in a very formal drill that has to be seen to believe.Some > > people think that when > > the Cemetery is closed to the public in the evening in the eveningthat > > this show stops. First, to the men who are dedicated to this work...it > > is no show...it is a > > "charge of honor". The formality and precision continuesuninterrupted > > all night. During the nighttime, the drill of relief and the measured > > step of the on duty sentry > > remain unchanged from the daylight hours. To these men...thesespecial > > men, the continuity of this post is the key to the honor and respect > > shown to these honored > > dead, symbolic of all American unaccounted for American combat dead.The > > steady rhythmic step in rain, sleet, snow, hail, hot, cold...bitter > > cold...uninterrupted...uninterrupted is the important part of thehonor > > shown. Last night, while you were sleeping, the teeth of hurricane > > Isabel came through this area > > and tore hell out of everything... We have thousands of trees > > down...power outages...traffic signals out...roads filled with down > > limbs and "gear adrift" debris...We > > have flooding...and the place looks like it has been the impact areaof > > an off shore bombardment. The Regimental Commander of the U.S. Third > > Infantry sent word to > > the nighttime Sentry Detail to secure the post and seek shelter fromthe > > high winds, to ensure their personal safety. THEY DISOBEYED THE > > ORDER...During winds > > that turned over vehicles and turned debris into projectiles...the > > measured step continued. One fellow said "I've got buddiesgetting shot > > at in Iraq who wouldkick my > > butt if word got to them that we let them down...I'm sure as hellhave > > no intention of spending my Army career being known as the dam idiotwho > > couldn't stand a > > little light breeze and shirked his duty." ....Then he saidsomething in > > response to a female reporters question regarding silly purposeless > > personal risk...."I wouldn't > > expect you to understand. it's an enlisted man's thing." GodBless the > > rascal...In a time in our nation's history when spin and totalbullshit > > seems to have become > > the accepted coin-of-the-realm, there beat hearts...the enlistedhearts > > we all knew and were so damn proud to be a part of...that fully > > understand that devotion to duty > > is not a part time occupation. While we slept, we were represented by > > some damn fine men who fully understood their post orders and proudly > > went about their > > assigned responsibilities unseen, unrecognized and in the finest > > tradition of the American Enlisted Man. Folks, there's hope....Thegene > > that George S. > > Patton...Arliegh Burke and Jimmy Doolittle left us...survives. Now,go > > have another cup to pop rivet your eyelids I've got to go to work. DN > > From a subvet friend in our > > nation's capital~ ...More.... Nina Swink adds..... On the ABC evening > > news, it was reported tonight that, because of the dangers from > > Hurricane Isabel approaching > > Washington DC, themilitary members assigned the duty of guarding the > > Tomb of the Unknown Soldier were given permission to suspend the > > assignment. They > > refused. "No way, Sir!" Soaked to the skin, marching in thepelting rain > > of a tropical storm, they said that guarding the Tomb was not just an > > assignment, it was the > > highest honor that can be afforded to a service person. The tomb has > > been patrolled continuously, 24/7, since 1930. Addition to this e: Isaw > > an interview on Fox > > News Channel with the Commander of the soldiers who guard the Tomb of > > the unknown. He took the shift when Isabel was unleashing her fury, > > cause he did not > > want to ask any of his men to do this - he felt it was his highesthonor > > to be on duty during that time. Very, very proud of our persons in > > uniform!!!!!! I don't usually > > suggest that e-mails be forwarded, but I'd be DAMN proud if this one > > reached as many as possible. > > >
Larry Kwiatkowski <
chrger66@aol.com>
Simi Valley, Ca USA - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 22:22:15 (MDT)
its so damn cold up there the other one fell off
alvis
USA - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 21:29:26 (MDT)
C'mon Judith, I know that I've been out of the postal service for a few years, but, I don't think they have changed the zip code to four numbers!? ;o)
Gale
USA - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 20:16:47 (MDT)
I'm going to post my address every once in a while, as Katherine has asked(and a good point my sister), so you won't have to scroll to find it. I certainly don't want to do anything to prevent you from giving toi the "Christmas Fund." :>)) 2228 N. 115th Street, Wauwatosa WI 5322. Please use it my friends. Welcome Randy-you're home now. Always there for our Veterans-Gently
Gently
USA - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 12:41:43 (MDT)
RANDY, DON'T KNOW IF YOU HAVE POSTED BEFORE BUT REGARDLESS WELCOME HOME. THE REUNION INFORMATION WILL BE POSTED WHEN IT GETS CLOSER TO THE ACTUAL DATE. IT WILL BE IN JUN IN INDY. YOU SHOULD GO TO THE VHCMA WEB SITE,,YOU WILL BE ABLE TO GET A LOT OF INFORMATION AS WELL AS JOINING UP WITH THE VHCMA. THE 129TH IS A LOOSE KNIT TIGHTLY FITTING FAMILY OF BROTHERS AND SISTERS THAT ARE HERE FOR YOU, AS WE ALL HAVE THING IN THE PAST AND SOME ARE STILL TRYING TO DEAL WITH THE PRESENT,,,BOTTOM LINE WELCOME HOME BRO. ALVIS I FOUND A PLACE IN SOUTH CAROLINA THAT I WILL BE FLYING NEXT WEEK. I HAVE BEEN IN TOUCH WITH THE INSTRUCTOR AND WILL BE FLYING THE 14TH THRU THE 17TH. I LOOK FORWARD TO THAT AND IT'S ONLY A COUPLE OF HOURS FROM HOME. SNOW,,,WHAT'S THAT. AH, I DO LOVE THE SOUTH. TAKE CARE, JIM
jim oliver
pembroke, ga USA - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 10:51:31 (MDT)
Randy, Alex can tell u all that stuff or u can go to vhcma (vietnam helicopter crewmen assc).I think its in june, not real sure. was at work a few days ago and had a customer ask who I flew with ( had on the 129th hat). Seems this fellow was a hook jockey over there.228th maybe? anyway, we got to talking about the reunions as he had ben to a few of the pilots (vhpa). I ask him y they didnt have their reunions with vhcma. He didnt know but said he would love to see some the people that crewed with him as a pilot.I invited him to the vhmca reunion but dont think he will go. I agreed with him when he said we ned to do something cause helicopter people are disappearing fast.He had the same story as many of us have...a few bad relationships, bouts of drinking ect.I guess that took its toll on our brethren in many different ways.( I for one am lucky to have survived or no prison terms.)I guess the point I am trying to make is tht one never knows when a brethren is near and the only way is to wear a hat or shirt or something.Didnt someone in here see a bumper sticker(129th) at a gas station and find a unit member? hey Dave Powers, u have snow yet?
alvis
USA - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 10:22:23 (MDT)
Good morning flight. Gently post your address or send it to me and I will send you something when I get my next disability check. Smitty, I read your comment about Wyo. I am from Riverton next to the good old Wind River Mountains. I am in Kansas City now. What is with all the enlargement and drug Spam. Anyone have any ideas how we can stop them. I have a firewall that I down loaded a couple of days ago that stops 99% of that crap. It was a free down load. I will find it in the next couple of days and post it if anyone is interested. Please remit infro on Indy {dates, hotel, cost etc.}. I will be there as I am ready to now face my demons and from the past and remeet all of you. Besides I am ready for a road trip after being confined to the hospital and my home. Are there caps available? Talk at you all later. Got to go see the doc for my regualr check up. Clear left. Randy
Randy
USA - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 09:24:50 (MDT)
chuckling at Fred S. comments.I think your right, he wont do time. Biz cards huh? send them a copy of Saddams bomb and tell them they are next. hehehehe.Havent heard from that son in several months now. he derossed out from san Dieago, uess he is just having some fun out there.Jim, those pics of you down in Plueblo Colo. Might as well be on the moon tho.That son came to me full of anger and hatered.It didnt pass nor did he calm down. SO he met returned anger.havent heard from him in ages. Susan is getting her first look at fall colors . Its her first time to experience a changing of seasons as we have them. g'day.
alvis
USA - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 08:35:31 (MDT)
You never inhaled huh? Remember, I was sitting across the table from you many a day. Good thing my memory is hazy,,hehehehe. Thats your story and your sticking to it. Me too.Jim, do you remember that kinda smaller,slim fella that used to paly cards with us.I think you used to stick him with me as a partner? His nic was shakey He was a gunner and came into country not to long b4 you went on R and R. Dang if I can remember who else played with us except for Gabby, the pilot, once in a while.Be cool all, and Jim oliver,safe skys .
alvis
USA - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 08:24:13 (MDT)
Gray's out and Armold's in... let the recount begin and Jesse Jackson and the "disenfranchised" speak out...
Dave Powers
USA - Wednesday, October 08, 2003 at 07:25:01 (MDT)
This spam is getting bad I recieved business credit cards from american express and delta airlines for the 129th assault helicopter co. Flight be careful out there. clear left
Rick England
USA - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 20:41:44 (MDT)
Gently why don't you give everyone your mailing address again so if someone wants to send money they don't have to read back through the back log. Thanks Katharine
Katharine <
fricabeunme@aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 19:47:48 (MDT)
Fred S, the Moving Wall will be in New Bern N.C. 10/8-10/14. Jim O. it will be in Waycross Ga. 10/27-11/2.
J.W. Wilson
USA - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 17:19:53 (MDT)
Hello To all.. Just my comet about the penis enlarger to bad it didn' work on my leges. now that's where i need to grow. Just kidding. Just thougt I would say hello to you all.Take care my brothers and sisters be safe, and take care. A brother always Ray
Ray <
stilwating@aol/com>
MD USA - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 17:04:21 (MDT)
FRED ALVIS!!!! Pickin on poor ole Rush....Now ESPN knew what they were getting when they hired him, it wasn`t a "pig-in-the-poke" type deal....ESPN knew he would bring ratings up...and he did!!!!! But my problem is, Rush and his "drug problem"...HARD DRUGS!!!!! He`s never been a advocate of rehab or education, paid for by taxpayer`s money....of course if they would legalize "pot"..the taxes they could charge for that alone would go a long way at cleaning up "OUR" budget deficit. But big drug companies is not gonna let that happen...always amazes me that what drug you take for a illness has some sort of nasty side effect...but I`ll leave that alone. Back to Brother Rush, I`d like to see him do a little time for his use of drugs....not federal time...state time!!! Amongst the inmate population....Put a little lipstick on Rush....OOOOO baby!!! SQUEAL PIGGY!!!!! But it will never happen...he`s got money and you don`t go to jail if you have money.
Fred Skaggs
USA - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 14:36:37 (MDT)
Geez...what a pain getting through all that SPAM!!! Jim W:>))), and others seeking information, the idea behind the Christmas Fund is that we, 129ers and your supporters, collect monies to help one of our 129ers get to the re-union. If we know of a situation where the money would be more meaningful, such as, needing help with rent, car, food, medicine, etc., then we would help in that way. It is given to whomever is selected by Alex, Mark, myself, based on suggestions recieved from all of you via emails to me( I take phone calls at 414-607-0527). I will converse with Mark and Alex periodically throughout the "Giving Season," with the suggestions you make. Last night I recieved a check for $100 for the Christmas Fund, and you all know the darling who sent it(kiss, kiss), you're just not going to know his(their)name. YIKES $100!!! Not being named is also part of it. No one knows who gives what(except me, and I don't tell)... it keeps those plentiful fives and tens comming in:>)) I also recieved $30 at the time of my fathers death for the fund(thank you soldier...my friend), so now we have $130! Not bad...not bad. We need suggestions as to who could use our help, and, of course, we need your money:>))) Please, please, do not hesitate to ask for help for yourself...no one knows better what you need. Don't go without help, or not join us a the re-union, because of pride. You must know and trust that this is a very confidential and loving project. If I remember correctly, last year we collected $600+, and it got a 129er and his wife to the re-union----very cool! And, to this day, very few know who they are. I bet we could help a little more this year..so lets dig a little deeper....these are your brothers, and our friends....in need. Gently
Gently
USA - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 12:06:50 (MDT)
Jim, the only Maryville I know of is out side of knoxville, between there nad dollywood. Would be a great place to fly. Your a lucky man.( almost joined the air guard in Maryville.Jim Westwang, Sue and I are trying to buy a house, so we might be moving b4 indy reunion.Will still be on the west side tho, a town called avon.Time gets closer and i will e mail u directions.
alvis
USA - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 11:05:24 (MDT)
Hello Flight And all my brothers and sisters, just came by to say hi to all of you. I tell ya all cant wait for Indy.Atlanta helped me so much.. I never forget it, Rick thanks for the CD it works grate.I just would like to say hi to all of you for if i say names may for get some and I don't want to do that. for I realy care for you all. so you all be safe. oh the vet center is wotking out real good thanks. well you all take care , and Me and Gail will see you all in Indy be safe all and take care ,,RAy
Ray <
stilwating#aolcom>
MD USA - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 08:28:42 (MDT)
I SURE GET A KICK OUT OF READING ALL THAT MY BROTHERS WRITE. FRED YOU SHOULD NOT BE SO HARD ON KALIFORNIA,,,,,AFTER ALL LOOK AT WHAT THEY HAVE TO CHOOSE FROM. ON ONE HAND THEY HAVE THIS GUY WHO IS SUPPOSED TO FELT UP ALL THESE LADIES AND ON THE OTHER HAND THEY HAVE THIS GUY WHO SCREWED THE WHOLE STATE,,,GO FIGURE, THAT'S WHY I STAY OUT OF THAT ARENA THERE ARE NO WINNERS ONLY LOOSERS AND THERE CALLED CITIZENS. IT'S A MUCH NICER WORLD IF YOU JUST SLIDE ON OVER TO GALE'S PLACE AND HELP HIM SMOKE ALL THAT GRASS,,,ER I MEAN CUT ALL THAT GRASS. TAKE CARE ALL MY BROTHERS,,,,HAS ANYONE HEARD FROM RAY LATELY,,,GENTLY I'LL TRY AND GET A CHECK TO YA NEXT WEEK,,,BEFORE I GO FLYING. FRED THAT PLACE IN TENN. IS CALLED MARYSVILLE,,,CLOSE TO CHATTANOGA,,,,KEEP YOUR WINGS LEVEL AND YOUR POWER DRY,,,,JIM
jim oliver
pembroke, ga USA - Tuesday, October 07, 2003 at 00:22:16 (MDT)
please click on the bottom ady and try it for 30 seconds..wowAs you know, September is National Eye Care month. Do yourself a favor and take this simple vision test - an early test for cataracts - simple to do and it's actually fun to take!! Remember, cataracts know no age boundary; young and old can have this "preventable" eye disease. When you've finished, send this on to those you care about! http://home.mn.rr.com/t1camp1/Focus.swf
alvis
USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 19:48:25 (MDT)
Big mouth ,let me twist the facts or leave some out, Rush finally got exposed for the hypocrit he is. I have leaning toward the right( came with age I guess) , but that man talked a good game until one started to listen to one sided facts. As far as Arnie , out in kalifornia goes, jeeze, that was a different time. Doesnt excuse anything, but sure glad my past isnt plastered on the front pages.We all mature (hopefully).He doesnt seem to be the skirt chaser clinton is. I am neither for or against him, just an amused by stander. I never have figured out why some women wait 15 to 25 years to say something.Perhaps thats a man thing, i donno.What u guys think, I am courious.... over
fred alvis
USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 19:37:03 (MDT)
ok.
alvis
USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 19:18:06 (MDT)
Fred Alvis, please keep your pants on & I will make Indy. I keep looking at the big map here & Indiana & Wyoming remain stubborn & refuse to get closer together.Have a long Road Trip in the planning stages for then on The Harley & may need help from a few of you as far as a place to crash. They had an official ceremony for me & i am retired on medical disability. Would gladly return to work if they would take all these diseases from me. Gently, send me a separate e-mail on what you have in mind OK? As far as the Grass, I was always taught it should be used before it gets to old as a person can always get more---( but remember, i never inhaled) Love & respects, Smitty
Jim Westwang 71-72
USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 18:14:54 (MDT)
if its OLD grass it will just lay down and you wont have to cut it at all...
Keith 72-73
USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 16:41:57 (MDT)
Gale maybe if you spray someof that penis growth hormone on your grass you can keep on cutting it or not. hehehehehehe
Rick England
USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 16:01:56 (MDT)
If I utilized all the penis enlargement procedures I could save on my water bill by just urinating in the people across the street toilet. Jeez I am tired of this stuff! You know we have a saying in the medical arena "It used to be your pride and joy-now its just your water boy"! Maybe that is the proper diagnosis of all these guys pushing penis enlargement.
jeff
lake norman , nc USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 13:30:54 (MDT)
Gently, I think you better let us vets decide that!!!;o]]]]
Gale
USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 11:07:55 (MDT)
Yahya, would you and your friends be interested in donating some dollars to a Veteran or two who could use it, rather than enlarging their penis' etc.? LOL!
Gently
USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 10:56:18 (MDT)
I wonder which one of us Mr. Communication Skills was talking about... My sense is it certainly wasn't Mr. Yahya Yahyaa12! Yep, Fred... I've also been enjoying "The Blues", although haven't caught them all. I liked Clint Eastwood's interaction with Ray Charles, and also the Electric Mud segment. I also enjoyed the Paul Butterfield piece.
Dave Powers
USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 10:42:26 (MDT)
Welcome Randy, Hope that you are feeling better & plan on taking part in some of our "intelligent" conversations. Also hope you can make LZ Indy next year. Flight, beautiful weather here in Indiana today & hopefully the next few weeks. Newport,Ind.(10 mi. no of here)just had their annual "antique car hill climb competition" and monster car show. Really had some great restored & custom cars this year.I'm sure some of you have heard of it....as well as the "Covered bridge festival" in this area that's about to begin in a few days and go for 9 days. I see that we still have'nt heard from Mark....has anyone talked to him lately? Well, I better get out and mow my yard for about the last time. We've had a couple of frosts amd that slows the growth way down. Later, Gale
Gale 67-68
USA - Monday, October 06, 2003 at 08:07:40 (MDT)
mine aint as big around as a beer can, but its short. Hey Randy, welcome back. Glad u made it buddy.
alvis
USA - Sunday, October 05, 2003 at 16:08:44 (MDT)
Hey Bulldogs and snakes don't need penis enlargements!!!!!!!!
Randy
USA - Sunday, October 05, 2003 at 09:11:53 (MDT)
Thanks to everyone who sent me their good wishes. I am almost normal now and feeling really good. After Vietnam I thought I was bullet proof. But when you die and they bring you back to life, it makes you think. Thanks again to every one of my brothers and sisters who wrote. I will be a regular here from now on. Randy
Randy <
kingcobra697@yahoo.com>
USA - Sunday, October 05, 2003 at 09:09:33 (MDT)
Do the enlargement pills work?... well, the doctor told me not to lift anything heavy, so i now need help when i go to the bathroom. ... Road trip? yessssssss ..love road trips.Jim Westy, why u live 21 hours away? hard to get off enough days in a row to do that one.
alvis
USA - Sunday, October 05, 2003 at 08:08:00 (MDT)
That's right Rick. With all these spams I'm starting to take things personal...giving me a complex. I make sure Debbie does'nt get a chance to read those penis enlargement ads!!! LOL. Does anyone really believe that there's anyway those could work? C'mon!!!
Gale
USA - Saturday, October 04, 2003 at 10:44:42 (MDT)
Thats for sure Gale. Hows your BP and I don't mean Big Penis. With all these ads for enlargement and kentucky jelly you never know. hehehehehehehe Fred was that cherry jelly. I think I am carrying this to far the hell with it having fun.heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
Rick England
USA - Saturday, October 04, 2003 at 10:03:08 (MDT)
MARK & DEE !!!!!!! YOU GUYS OUT THERE SOME WHERE ???? LET US KNOW HOW THINGS ARE GOIN' WILL YA ?????????? HOW WAS THE WEDDING? WE MISS YA ON HERE BROTHER & SISTER !!! Rainer & Dee, are you two ok? Any one up for a "Pop A Top" gathering in Nov ?? Maybe around the 15th?? Lets here from ya. Clear, Gale
Gale
USA - Saturday, October 04, 2003 at 09:49:37 (MDT)
Rick, my advice is to buy a big enough fridge to keep all that Miller Lite cold !! KY jelly !! smilin'... knowin' you alvis, that's probably a true story. LOL, Gale
Gale
USA - Saturday, October 04, 2003 at 09:42:50 (MDT)
Yea Fred I bought that one from universal I think that was their name. Good selection. Kentucky jelly thats funny. I was wondering what kind of fruit that was.hehehehehe This isn't funny I have to buy a frig. today mine went out. I have been checking consumer reports you brothers and sisters out thtere have any sugestions. Leaving in about 2 or 3 hrs. Flight be carefulout there.
Rick England
USA - Saturday, October 04, 2003 at 09:00:04 (MDT)
Gale...Can`t believe that...I listen to the same radio station when I was young and being raised at my grandparents farm in Kentucky. John R. was the DJ`s name, sometimes the records would "skip" because they were so old, and you could hear the popping of the records. For years I thought John R. was a black fellow, only to find out years later he was white. My grandma would tell me I was listening to the "devils music" at night....LOL..By the way Gale, my grandpa had a 1951 Chevy Pick-Up truck with the "three-on-the tree" and the wood bed. That`s what I learn to drive drive on.I really enjoyed last nights Blues program...Jeff Beck, Tom Jones, Van Morrison and those session players. And it worked....amazing stuff. I really liked how the "young rappers" and The Electric Mud Band put it all together on thursday night. Rick England you remember how we talked about J.B. Lenoir, he was doing songs like "Viet-Nam Blues" in 1965!!!!! Way ahead of his time. Well I`m gonna throw on some McKinley Morganfield(Muddy Waters) cd and get my groove on.....
Fred Skaggs
USA - Saturday, October 04, 2003 at 08:19:11 (MDT)
Gale, never tried that "white rose " petroleum jelly. I did, however, try that kentucky jelly on toast. Its the worst stuff i ever tried.I guess the company couldnt get a large enough lable cause they had to shorten the name to "ky jelly".Dont try it, its awful.
alvis
USA - Saturday, October 04, 2003 at 08:13:19 (MDT)
Don, glad to hear that you are being treated so well by all. Everyone at the VA Hospital is great. Like they're wearing "kid gloves". The "DAV" does represent me (so to speak) on my claims,but, when I speak with him on the phone....it's just like I'm speaking to the VA big whigs. He shows no concern, compassion or willingness to help. It's like he's reading from the same script as those jerks. Maybe it's just Indy. Fred, I watched some of them blues.........great stuff. Reminds me of my teens. I used get home & sit in my car with the Nashville radio station (can't remember the call letters) on for a couple hours. It actually came from Gallatin, Tenn. I do recall that they advertised "white rose petroleum jelly". Of course, the battery in my 51 Ford would be dead the next morning. Clear, Gale
Gale
USA - Saturday, October 04, 2003 at 06:59:55 (MDT)
Evening flight, just thought I would put my 2 cents in here. I went to Phoenix monday morning to file my V.A. claim. I went to the D.A.V. to file instead of the V.A. as I've been told they ARE the ones to help you out. well it went something like this: I sign in and don't even get to sit down before I am called. asked a few questions and given a paper to fill out. take the paper back and the guy asks if I want to just turn in the paper or do I want to talk to someone. I want to talk. "OK SIR please have a seat and you will be called". ( at this point I am glad there is a good movie on the TV to watch so I don't get too bored ) I sit down and don't even have time to break the chill off the chair and my name is called. so in less than 15 min. I am talking to a caseworker. I couldn't believe it. sure it was early in the morning but there were about 6 guys in there at the same time as me. but the DAV workers made me feel like I was the only person they had to help that day and they were not going to let me get bored waiting around. on a personal note Rick, sorry I missed you, it would have been great to see you again. and Fred A. I still haven't heard from Bill Jarvis, I'll try again next week. take care all and have a great week-end, Later, Don
Don Miller
Valley Farms, AZ USA - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 22:19:40 (MDT)
FRED I watched the PBS Blues special.. great stuff. Keith 72-73
Ronald Keith Letson
USA - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 21:23:02 (MDT)
Dave Powers....the digital camera picture of the bull is funny. That`s on the cover of a book. Ernest Hemingway wrote about the "Running of the Bulls" in Pamplona,Spain in vivid detail, but when the truth came out, he was never closer than a "second floor balcony". He was a great writer, with a great imagination.....Hell they got his own line of furniture now...Hemingway Collection...I don`t know who`s getting paid... He`s dead!!!! But Kim and I went to Pamplona in July of "99" for the Fiesta De San Fermin " Running of The Bulls". It`s in the Northern Basque Region of Spain. Northern slopes of the Alantic Pyrenees. Gorgous country side. But I thought I would take a "Run with the bulls", but my wife put a quick end that thought. How would I have explain to my HMO, I was drunk and got hit by a bull!!!!! They would have said, "Bull!!!!!". Has anyone been watching PBS`s special on the "Blues"????? Outstanding Stuff!!!!!
FIS
USA - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 17:41:26 (MDT)
Fred, I hope that after sharing your last few sentences(very sad memories) with us, you are able to still be that wonderful and loving spirit we know and love throughout today. Allow me to place my heart in your back pocket, give it a pat once in a while and feel my sincere love for you. I hate what you guys went through and still live with, many years later..I wish I could do more, but my heart is all I have right now. With gentle thoughts-Gently
Gently
USA - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 11:49:50 (MDT)
thanks Rick. Dont think this will pan out. The ghostriders unit i was in...was started in 1972 , served the arvins and white horse div. and closed its doors in april of 73.Thats the reason its so hard to find members of that unit.We didnt share our base with any other units except for the regular support units.I bet there wasnt more than a hunderd of us all total.shrug.I have made contact with 3 people, i of who i think i remember,but didnt run with. He brought back the bodies of my roomies,or what was left of them. can we say... c-rat boxes with room left over. besides the obvious head in the helmet and foot in the boot,wasnt much there.We were lucky boys.s..t, need to change subjects,not the way to start the day. Gently one, we do appreciate what you do behind the scenes,thank you. g'day
alvis
USA - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 10:36:55 (MDT)
Judith Thanks for your work on this project. I will put it inthe mail today. Gale the Va f----ks up allot on appointments you can call down there and check out your pointments you have or here in AZ they send out a notice about week before. You might want to get a service officer to help with the paper work on your claim they can expidite you paper work. If you get a good one. DAV and VFW helped Ray and I. They usally both have offices at the ?VA hospital. Volinteer offices ask at the front desk. If I can be of help let me know. It seems that every state has diffrent ways of doing the same thing crazy. How that BP doing?? Fred your beard looks diffrent in the pics I also took copies of the ghostriders pics to group so Wayne Coronas I thik I got his name right he was in the ghostriders. CE on slick and guns. I think he was there in 69 70. Flight be careful out there The wheather is cooling down here to 95 daytime 60s at night.
Rick England
USA - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 10:04:58 (MDT)
Flight: Well glad to get a chance to stop in and visit. busy with work and hope to close on our house in the next two weeks. Moving again!!!! Of coarse Liz has me living out of boxes for the last 4 months. Will miss the air shoe this weekend. Charlie Rains broke out his flight suit and helmuet to fly in the ce seat. All whom made the reunion knows of the Huey ride. Time got by me on this trip. Really enjoyed the opportunity to fly once again. Can't wait for next year. Well hope everyone is in godd health and spirits. Even the the other drinkable try if you take a snort or two. Judith as soon as we get settled in will send a check. Gentlemen and ladies it's a great feeling to know were able to help one our our Brother's. It's not about money, but the feeling of being there for one another. And our most honorable Gently has taken these projects under her wing and does a great job. My thanks to you Gently!!!! Well Brothers and Sisters have great weekend. Alex 65-68
Alex
USA - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 08:22:00 (MDT)
hey gale, that ringing in your ears isnt tinnitus, its us talking about you.Oops , thats burning isnt it? Susan had a good laugh over that pic. She has a wonderful sense of humor..has to living with my dumb, wise cracking , butt. I think its geting road trip time to go seee Mark.Yell at him for not posting.Kinda want to shoot that sks again too b4 the snow flys.Spence says he has lost weight, gotta see how he is doing.
alvis
USA - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 07:55:42 (MDT)
What do we have goin on here....the "name game"? Brother !! Judith, you know you can't compete with Alvis. He's on top of his act with those "one liners". :o))) Alvis, I hope Susans not p****d at me for that picture, but, I did'nt alter it like I promised. Rick, got a letter from the VA today........more information, more evidence, more paperwork, more, more, more, more. Then they say not to miss my tinnutis physical when I'm notified of the date. Hell...I had that two months ago......I dunno!!! Later, Gale
Gale
USA - Friday, October 03, 2003 at 07:43:59 (MDT)
Geez, Fred, I missed that one. How about "Isadora" backwards, "Arodasi"- it contains "a rod" and then I can hit you with it! LOL! Gently
Gently
USA - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 12:15:39 (MDT)
alvis<------------- isnt going to use that isadora nic cause it starts with I sad. good idea gent one, its 85 days till xmas.ideas?.. gale is only 60 miles from here,lets buy his petrol. chuckle.Gets any higher, might have to mortage the house for a pack of smokes and a fill up. just kidding, gas has gone down here, its 1.38 a gallon and off brand smokes are about 2.85 or so. g'day
alvis
USA - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 11:42:18 (MDT)
I agree, Robbie: sometimes its for the best. Meanwhile, please stay in the moment, it's the real gift. And of course you are in our daily prayers. TO THE REST OF YOU-IT'S TIME FOR THE CHRISTMAS FUND TO GET STARTED. NOT ONLY DO I WANT YOUR MONEY....I WANT YOUR SUGGESTIONS FOR CANDIDATES AGAIN. LAST YEAR WE WERE ABLE TO PURCHASE TWO AIR FARE TICKETS TO OUR RE-UNION AND THAT PERSON TODAY IS A DIFFERENT PERSON DUE TO THE LOVE AND SUPPORT HE FELT AT OUR RE-UNION. WE ALSO GOT TO MEET HIM, ANOTHER WONDERFUL 129ER, AND HIS VERY INTERESTING WIFE. LET'S DO IT AGAIN...my address is 2228 N. 115th Street, Wauwatosa WI 53226. And for those of you who do not know my real name it's Isadora Duncan. Ok, it's Judith Singer, but that's kind of boring. So please call me Isadora(the boa did it), and its much more fun. Gently
Gently
USA - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 11:06:14 (MDT)
Robbie, your bro is in our prayers here. Also, take heart! Sometimes those job layoff things have silver linings, and you'll either find or "fall into" something MUCH better! Jim Oliver, check the "Contacts" page for my eddress. I just wanted to talk about the walking sticks thing.
Dave Powers
USA - Thursday, October 02, 2003 at 07:33:11 (MDT)
Nice site, Do you know why they are called Harley? Because they hardley ever run. Do you know the diffrence between a Hardley and a vacuum cleaner? A vacuum usually has only one dirt bag on it. Do you know what a Harley rider gets if he gets to heaven? A Gold Wing
Walter { Joker } B company 197th Sp Bn 197th Inf
USA - Wednesday, October 01, 2003 at 20:41:07 (MDT)
Well, i was told today that i will need to find another job within Kodak or leave by Nov 29th. I've already been looking through all of the available jobs within Kodak, and there's not that many in there to begin with. I do have a few Irons in the fire so to speak, but nothing solid yet. Thanks to every one who took the time to wish me well about my job and My Brother. It's nice having another family... Rob
Robbie
Rochester, NY USA - Wednesday, October 01, 2003 at 15:37:53 (MDT)
Robbie I hope your brother is doing better, good luck about your job. Gale take care. Jim don't buss any towers yet. clear J.W.
J.W. Wilson
USA - Wednesday, October 01, 2003 at 10:12:58 (MDT)
heart felt well wishes to robbie and his bro. Hope things work out for u job wise also. Gale, glad to hear the oil pressure in back within normal opps range. bad stuff, it is, or can be.Hey Jim o.,where you flying in tenn.? Although raised outside of columbus georgia,I spent my summers near Dollywood with the grand parents at their home. You guys hear that they have found the last missing in action,coastguard,body, from the nam war?.Plane crash it was i understand now, if we can just get the other 3 services clicked off. funny about those monkeys, and so true.
alvis
USA - Wednesday, October 01, 2003 at 09:07:08 (MDT)