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Post by matthew on Dec 22, 2007 0:25:28 GMT -5
thank you Otto, my pa says thank you as well, question how different is NROTC than NJROTC
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Post by laurablevins on Dec 22, 2007 23:33:34 GMT -5
My name is Doug Kendig. I am, as was every man in my family, a veteran. I served under Ronald Reagon from '81 to '84 as a Pershing Missile Crewman. 74th USAFAD, Germany and 3rd Bn/9th FA, Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. I come from a long line of Soldiers. I am 45 Yrs old this year and I have four Sons (all good boys) and a beautiful wife who is also a patriot. I am the firstborn Son of a Firstborn Son of a Firstborn Son...all of which are veterans. My Father was a Vietnam Vet from 1964 to Fall of Saigon. His name was Edwin Joseph Kendig Jr (His buddies know him simply as JOCK) and he died in 2005 of cancer. As were all his Brothers, my Uncles as well were all outstanding soldiers in their specific areas of expertiese. My Grandfathers served during WW1 and WW2 as well as Korea... all combat veterans. Currently, I have one younger Brother still active and One younger Brother a retired Seal (now that he is retired I can tell you that . He retired with the Connie. Though I may not discuss his exploits, I can let you know that America's shipyards are NOT as vulnerable today as the media would have you believe. My youngest Brother now serves. I am not at liberty to discuss that in any detail, however, I will tell you that one of his favorite things to do as a kid was "bowhunting" for deer. My Oldest Son is 14 at the moment and we have been discussing the world's state of affairs and this families contingency plans regarding "chosen fields of service"...I will also volunteer that this family has NEVER seen a man "drafted" for service. My 6 and 7 yr old both love to play war games and My two yr old's first word was "gun". So, I am satisfied my boys are bound for service at some point in their lives. We cannot hide from our family history or what it is to walk in daddy's footsteps... I am currently a General Contractor, self employed for about 12 yrs now and havent had a vacation in as many years, but, on rainy days like this, I take time to remember those that came before and those who will follow. I can tell you that I am especially proud of every soldier that wears the uniform and these special people are welcome at my table and in my home as long as I have one. To SamsForce and the people who would post comments on this forum, I salute you and commend what you are doing. Soldiers DO need to know how we feel about what they are called upon to do. Some of the things these people must endure will test what they are made of in every way imaginable. We need to let them know, it IS honorable. It IS decent. It IS our collective wishes for their service to endure. Victory and time does wash away the madness of combat, but, only our Love can wash away the soldiers regret. A soldier stands on the line and takes a life. This is what he sees day after day. A soldier thinks how different things were and are back home. A soldier wonders who does or doesnt understand. As families of soldiers learn to understand, these things are eased, but, only Love can heal such pain. GOD BLESS YOU ALL FOR WHAT YOU ARE DOING HERE. Doug, THANK-YOU for your service!!! You are one of my heroes and I am SO thankful for you and your family's sacrifices!!! God bless you and always remember how much you are loved! Please tell your brother how much I honor and respect him for his service, and that I remember he is out there. THANKS AGAIN!!! (((HUGS))) -Laura [Agent:2]
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Post by samSForce on Dec 22, 2007 23:43:09 GMT -5
My name is Doug Kendig. I am, as was every man in my family, a veteran. I served under Ronald Reagon from '81 to '84 as a Pershing Missile Crewman. 74th USAFAD, Germany and 3rd Bn/9th FA, Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. I come from a long line of Soldiers. I am 45 Yrs old this year and I have four Sons (all good boys) and a beautiful wife who is also a patriot. I am the firstborn Son of a Firstborn Son of a Firstborn Son...all of which are veterans. My Father was a Vietnam Vet from 1964 to Fall of Saigon. His name was Edwin Joseph Kendig Jr (His buddies know him simply as JOCK) and he died in 2005 of cancer. As were all his Brothers, my Uncles as well were all outstanding soldiers in their specific areas of expertiese. My Grandfathers served during WW1 and WW2 as well as Korea... all combat veterans. Currently, I have one younger Brother still active and One younger Brother a retired Seal (now that he is retired I can tell you that . He retired with the Connie. Though I may not discuss his exploits, I can let you know that America's shipyards are NOT as vulnerable today as the media would have you believe. My youngest Brother now serves. I am not at liberty to discuss that in any detail, however, I will tell you that one of his favorite things to do as a kid was "bowhunting" for deer. My Oldest Son is 14 at the moment and we have been discussing the world's state of affairs and this families contingency plans regarding "chosen fields of service"...I will also volunteer that this family has NEVER seen a man "drafted" for service. My 6 and 7 yr old both love to play war games and My two yr old's first word was "gun". So, I am satisfied my boys are bound for service at some point in their lives. We cannot hide from our family history or what it is to walk in daddy's footsteps... I am currently a General Contractor, self employed for about 12 yrs now and havent had a vacation in as many years, but, on rainy days like this, I take time to remember those that came before and those who will follow. I can tell you that I am especially proud of every soldier that wears the uniform and these special people are welcome at my table and in my home as long as I have one. To SamsForce and the people who would post comments on this forum, I salute you and commend what you are doing. Soldiers DO need to know how we feel about what they are called upon to do. Some of the things these people must endure will test what they are made of in every way imaginable. We need to let them know, it IS honorable. It IS decent. It IS our collective wishes for their service to endure. Victory and time does wash away the madness of combat, but, only our Love can wash away the soldiers regret. A soldier stands on the line and takes a life. This is what he sees day after day. A soldier thinks how different things were and are back home. A soldier wonders who does or doesnt understand. As families of soldiers learn to understand, these things are eased, but, only Love can heal such pain. GOD BLESS YOU ALL FOR WHAT YOU ARE DOING HERE. Doug, THANK-YOU for your service!!! You are one of my heroes and I am SO thankful for you and your family's sacrifices!!! God bless you and always remember how much you are loved! Please tell your brother how much I honor and respect him for his service, and that I remember he is out there. THANKS AGAIN!!! (((HUGS))) -Laura Hey, Laura.........I sent you a 'friend request' on MySpace from the 'samSForce' Page we are developing, as well as, my own personal site (Howie)......thanks for coming by here, Laura! It's nice to see that, even though we just started 'samSForce' roughly 3 weeks ago, that it's turning out to be such an awesome resource, and safe-haven, for our military, and their supporters. BTW.....your music is pretty good ......feel free to post your lyrics/ links/ even pictures/ album cover/etc.....in our "Promoting You" section here. Take care, Howie ('Sam') [Agent:1]
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