I enjoy your writings. I giggled at “borne” more “palls.” What a wonderful gift to connect with men who served with your dad. I’m sure the connection blesses them, as well. How wonderful of him to build a basketball court downrange for the morale of his men. And as an introvert I need to break out of my shell and take more pics with friends. Because, “I don’t know.” Blessings and increase to you, my friend.
Great read Bro. We have even more in common than Frat. My dad was a brick mason (we called it brick layer back in my day), so I grew up doing this work. Due to my love of basketball, he poured a court in our back yard. Brick work is one of the things that drove me to college. My dad also spent a small bit of time in Vietnam, before I was born. He was released early (I suspect due to my grandmother's influence), else I may not be here. I'm also an introvert (although anyone you talk to will find that characteristic inconsistent with the Me they know, lol). I always enjoy your reads. Keep at it.
Another interesting fact. I had FAMU and Alabama State U. as my two choices coming out of HS. However, the out of state fees quickly ruled FAMU out. But, I spent many days at the Alpha Xi house back in the 70's/80's and again in the mid-90s. Many fond memories of FAMU.
I enjoy your writings. I giggled at “borne” more “palls.” What a wonderful gift to connect with men who served with your dad. I’m sure the connection blesses them, as well. How wonderful of him to build a basketball court downrange for the morale of his men. And as an introvert I need to break out of my shell and take more pics with friends. Because, “I don’t know.” Blessings and increase to you, my friend.
Great read Bro. We have even more in common than Frat. My dad was a brick mason (we called it brick layer back in my day), so I grew up doing this work. Due to my love of basketball, he poured a court in our back yard. Brick work is one of the things that drove me to college. My dad also spent a small bit of time in Vietnam, before I was born. He was released early (I suspect due to my grandmother's influence), else I may not be here. I'm also an introvert (although anyone you talk to will find that characteristic inconsistent with the Me they know, lol). I always enjoy your reads. Keep at it.
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Another interesting fact. I had FAMU and Alabama State U. as my two choices coming out of HS. However, the out of state fees quickly ruled FAMU out. But, I spent many days at the Alpha Xi house back in the 70's/80's and again in the mid-90s. Many fond memories of FAMU.