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Edd Prothro

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:58:27 +0000

SCRIBE’S SCRAWL

Meeting Agenda Items

When I accepted the position of KTMVO Secretary at the 2010 reunion little did I know how daunting a task it would be, particularly at my age. Trying to concentrate and stay involved in the discussion, rapidly scribbling notes, and trying to keep track of who said what is much more difficult than I ever expected. Then, the worst part is later trying to decipher the notes accurately while transcribing them. Maybe there is a way that you could help me. If there is a particular subject which you would like to discuss during our 2012 reunion, could I ask that you give me a heads-up in the form of an agenda item. It doesn’t have to anything real fancy or formal. Just an email, snail-mail note, or phone call relating the subject and a short outline of your viewpoints. Actually, this has already been done by our President, “Lt Dan” Hoffman, in his most recent President’s Page submission. I’ll quote to give you an example: “At our upcoming reunion, I would suggest that we need to discuss purchasing a plaque for the ship (S.S. Jerimiah O'Brein floating museum) to identify our operation and information on the MAYAGUEZ.” It’s just that simple, “No sweat GI, payday mo ricky ticky!” This would really be very helpful to me and greatly appreciated. Thanks & Semper Fi,
Edd

Rodney Bell

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:05:26 +0000

This is a great memorial to those who served during this time. Great job on the site...Service with honor...!

I was an F4 crew chief at Udorn 73-74

May God Bless you all

carl odom

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 05:36:40 +0000

just wanted to wish everyone a happy thanksgiving.

HORTON

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 12:32:39 +0000

With the sacrifices of the past, present and future clearly before us; I thank anyone who currently serves, has served or has a loved one that has made a special sacrifice to defend this great country. I will carry the passion, dedication and devotion to the RED,WHITE and BLUE.

Terry Brooks

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 02:44:56 +0000

The wife and I celebrated the B-day and Veterans day at Jeff Kerns House in Arizona. Cut the cake with some older Marines and said a prayer for the ones that are in need of a little help from the lord. I've got pictures to send to Larry so he can post them.
Semper Fi

LCpl Scott Standfast

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 21:14:45 +0000

Veterans Day salute's
Enjoyed 50% off meal at "O" Charley's yesterday and they gave a $10.00 gift card for next visit. Monday, will be going to Golden Corral for a free meal. Needless to say, Veterans Day salute's are very nice and does show America's appreciation for Veterans.

Robert VanderMolen

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 01:50:23 +0000

Happy Birthday Gentlemen
236th,time keeps marching on and all the best to all of you.
H&S 2/9 81's

John Lucas

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 18:30:39 +0000

A most Happy Birthday (236th) to the USMC. It was a pleasure and honor to share some sand with the Best this country has to offer some 36 years ago. I take comfort in knowing the Marine Corps continues to produce these dedicated warriors to protect our shores and interests abroad. Semper Fi!

Jan Q. Koch

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 08:00:47 +0000

To help honor and remember those who served, I wanted to share the poem "Bury me with Soldiers" for the upcomming Veteran's Day Holiday.

Hope it means as much to you as it does to me.

A heartfelt THANK YOU to all of you and your families.

May you always be remembered...

Jan Q. Koch

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 07:57:34 +0000

[b][/b] Bury me with Soldiers

I've played a lot of roles in life;
I've met a lot of men.
I've done some things I'd like to think
I wouldn't do again.

And though I'm young, I'm old enough.
To know some day I'll die,
And to think about what lies beyond,
and beside whom I may lie.

Perhaps it doesn't matter much;
Still, if I had my choice,
I'd want a grave 'mongst soldiers when
At last death quells my voice.

I'm sick of the hipocrisy,
Of lectures of "the wise,"
I'll take the man, with all the flaws,
Who goes, though scared, and dies.

The troops I knew were commonplace
They didn't want the war;
They fought because their fathers and
their fathers had before.

They cursed and killed and wept...
God knows
They're easy to deride --
But bury me with men like these;
Who faced the guns and died.

It's funny when you think of it,
The way we got along.
We'd come from different worlds to live
In one no one belongs.

I didn't even like them all;
I'm sure they'd all agree.
Yet I would give my life for them,
I know some did for me.

So bury me with soldiers, please
Though much maligned they be.
Yes, bury me with soldiers for
I miss their company.

We'll not soon see their likes again;
We've had our fill of war,
But bury me with men like them
Till someone else does more.

- Author Unknown -