Here’s are a couple of classics that have been around for awhile. But they’ll still make you smile. [youtube]LP8_Icd-lKQ[/youtube] This one is really a Navy spoof, but the Coast Guard wins in the end. [youtube]U5fsirKgyR4[/youtube]
Here’s a great story sent to me recently – it’s a story of determination by an Army Major to overcome adversity. (DOD) (DOD photo) Not all jobs get the headlines… (DOD photo) And for those who want to get out of household chores… (Origin unknown – sent by email) Ever hear one of those laughs that make you laugh too? This video takes awhile to get real funny, but it’s contagious! Got a goofy news item, funny story or picture? Want to see it in print and share it with others? Send it to me in the comment box, or…
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DOD photos There is a vast difference between standing alone and standing together. In a fight, there is simply no substitute for knowing that your back is covered by someone you know, someone you trust. So it was about a year ago in Fallujah, when a squad from 1st Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division was ambushed during a night patrol. As different members of the team were pinned down or injured, each was quickly joined by fellow squad members, covering their retreat, pulling them to safety. To do so, of course, required entering the kill zone. But undaunted,…
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On the last day of flight ops, I was one of the lucky ones…I had a seat on the last COD off the ship. Or so I thought. As I sat in the Air Transportation Office (ATO) trying to figure out how to put on my cranial, a couple of officers came in and began to talk to the Sailors behind the desk. They didn’t look at me. Without knowing it, I was witnessing the beginning of what would become a rush – the first little leak before the dam breaks. Soon, more people came in. They avoided eye contact…
Send an ecard to the troops! May is the month to salute our military. Thanks for all you do. One team, one fight. [youtube]rAIUT9lT29o[/youtube] There are a million videos out there showing our troops in action. This is one of my favorites. If you’re wearing a uniform, and you want to know how we Americans feel about this country, and the esteem we have for you – the men and women who defend our liberties and way of life – watch this. [youtube]rM_tDB8OZok[/youtube]
Searching the far corners of the web, so you don’t have to. Quake brings WWII PT boat to the surface. Sailor’s stolen wallet found after 56 years. (Yahoo News/AP) A prisoner’s conviction for mailing a threatening letter to a judge was upheld – the man had said no one had shown any evidence that he had mailed it. The letter was sent in an envelope containing his name, prisoner number and return address. (Yahoo/AP) Note to criminals – you know those rooftop chase scenes you see in the movies, and the guy gets away? Those are MOVIES. (AP) Are you…
