Semper Fi

Devildog1

I like to consider myself a rough and crusty old Marine, but what I received in the mail toady actually put a tear in my eyes.  The wife asked me why I got so emotional after opening the box I got today.  I received a a package today from @First_Warrior. It contained a few sticks, a nub holder made from antler and the best gift ever.  I received a personalized autographed copy of his book.  Roger I did serve in The United States Marine Corps but I was never involved in any combat operations. I appreciate you calling me a warrior, but this Marine will never measure up to your bravery or level of service that you accomplished.  From one enlisted Marine to another I salute you on what you have done for the country, God and Corps.  From the bottom of my heart, thank you Rodger. 

Nolagizmo

Another great shot there Rodger. Well done @First_Warrior.

Usaf06

Awesome Rodger

Bigshizza

Great book! You'll truly enjoy it's honest approach. 

First_Warrior

Semper Fi, Devildog.

genareddog

That is awesome and I know it has been said many times but can never be said enough, thank you to everyone who has served, is serving and will be serving to protect us and to give us freedom in the greatest country in the world.

jlmarta

Devildog1 said:

I like to consider myself a rough and crusty old Marine, but what I received in the mail toady actually put a tear in my eyes.  The wife asked me why I got so emotional after opening the box I got today.  I received a a package today from @First_Warrior. It contained a few sticks, a nub holder made from antler and the best gift ever.  I received a personalized autographed copy of his book.  Roger I did serve in The United States Marine Corps but I was never involved in any combat operations. I appreciate you calling me a warrior, but this Marine will never measure up to your bravery or level of service that you accomplished.  From one enlisted Marine to another I salute you on what you have done for the country, God and Corps.  From the bottom of my heart, thank you Rodger. 

Hey, @Devildog1, don't feel alone. I kinda teared up a bit just reading your post. Of course, us oldfarts are allowed to do that a litte more than the younger guys 

Hrycaj

Ditto @genareddog, ditto!

matkn293

Great job first warrior!!!  Not much rattles the marine I know well. You did good!!!

CharlieHeis

Awesome. Rodger was kind enough to offer to autograph my copy so I'm going to take him up on that offer for sure. 

First_Warrior

Still be honored to autograph your copy Charlie.

kswildcat

Got my copy ordered.. Thank goodness has pictures (must been thinkin  bout guys like me when putting it together).

johnnyB

I'm going to order my copy this week,can't wait to dig in to this one 

webmost

Rodger, you rolled up that plaid striped fecto? Outstanding work there.

Devildog1

@First_Warrior. Just finished reading the book. It was a great read, brought back a lot memories of the fellow Marines I was close with throughout the my 4 years in the Corps.  
It must have been difficult to bare your inner thoughts and personal writings between you and your family for the whole world to see. 
Your travels and accomplishments in life are things most people would never attempt to do.  I wish you would write another book about your life after the Marine Corps, I am sure you have more than enough to fill pages of another book. 
The bravery and commitment to your fellow Marines that you exhibited in combat is what makes the proud tradition of the Corps carry on today. 

On side note I thought all they trained at Paris Island were the women Marines, we San Diego Marines are tougher, just saying. 


You were and still are an outstanding Marine.   
Semper Fi
 

kswildcat

Step dad was a flight chief on a huey in Nam. To this day he still doesn't talk about it much because he has nightmares for quite awhile after. I do hope by writing your book it helped you cope. Sure it wasn't easy to do and took a lot of courage to accomplish. .  Can't wait to read it.

First_Warrior

Devildog1 said:

@First_Warrior. Just finished reading the book. It was a great read, brought back a lot memories of the fellow Marines I was close with throughout the my 4 years in the Corps.  
It must have been difficult to bare your inner thoughts and personal writings between you and your family for the whole world to see. 
Your travels and accomplishments in life are things most people would never attempt to do.  I wish you would write another book about your life after the Marine Corps, I am sure you have more than enough to fill pages of another book. 
The bravery and commitment to your fellow Marines that you exhibited in combat is what makes the proud tradition of the Corps carry on today. 

On side note I thought all they trained at Paris Island were the women Marines, we San Diego Marines are tougher, just saying. 


You were and still are an outstanding Marine.   
Semper Fi

Thanks for the kind words. It took me seven years to put the manuscript together for the book. It was a labor of love and it allowed me to confront some of my demons. i was lucky enough to find a publisher through a friend. Us Parris Island Jarheads told jokes about "Hollywood" Marines while we were letting the PI  sand fleas chew on us. I know enough now that Marines are Marines and we all wear the same Eagle, Globe and Anchor.Did you know that that Luken fellar wears the same insignia as we do?  Might have to wake him up.