Comments for Blogengeezer http://blogengeezer.wordpress.com Cretaceous Global Warming? Thu, 21 Aug 2008 08:17:06 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=MU Comment on My Heart On The Line by Blogengezer http://blogengeezer.wordpress.com/2008/07/11/my-heart-on-the-line/#comment-24 Blogengezer Mon, 28 Jul 2008 02:37:36 +0000 http://blogengeezer.wordpress.com/?p=12#comment-24 By Van Allen and Barbara I to Arlen and JoAnn re; email Thanks so much for your kind words! When we re-entered Army life in 1967, the military was considered scum of the earth. Naturally we had to be stationed at Presidio of California right in the den of all the hippies. We were jeered, spat at, ridiculed, anything nasty you can think of. We, the military men and families were locked in every weekend because the hippies would have their love-in's (drug parties) and war protest on top of the mountain where we lived. We were not allowed to drive into San Francisco on weekends because they would recognize a military sticker or plate on the car and turn it over, whether men, wives or children were inside. Funny how friendly they could be if they didn't know you had any military ties. Of course they were dirty and always begging for money on every business step. Sharp military soldiers stood out like sore thumbs among them. Our soldiers are well trained and took this kind of treatment in stride. They know they took an oath to serve and protect the citizens of the United States, honor the Constitution and the laws afforded every citizen speaking out against them. Fighting the military was considered freedom of speech and our military were willing to give their lives to protect that right. It is heart warming to see the vast changes now. We still have protesters and always will. But the majority of American's go out of their way to treat the soldiers with respect and do everything they can to show them thanks. Most will tell you going thru an airport, people will not allow them to pay for their meals and thank them profusely for their service. It warms our hearts to witness that kindness today, considering the rough times the Viet-Nam guys and girls had. We couldn't be more proud of them and the American people for changing attitudes. Some people think our soldiers are war mongers. They are trained to fight and protect, not go in and massacre people to take over their countries. And believe me, this country is capable of doing a lot more than people understand. We use our weapons and military for good purposes and history shows we have always returned countries back to their own people. We won WWII and could have taken possession of all of it. That is not the United States way, despite the protesters version of us being the aggressor. We have the most powerful military might in the world, our only fear is countries like Iran gaining nuclear weapons and using them against the entire world. That's the danger that exists today, we are doing everything in our power to stop it from happening. The United States can't keep taking all these tasks on for the rest of the world. It's time other countries do their share helping!!! They are more at risk than we are, it's in their back yard. Someone needs to volunteer to join us in this fight against terrorism. Our soldiers have had some help, but many countries sit back as usual and expect the good old U.S.A. to protect them without much commitment on their behalf. They can hate us if they choose, but they always scream for our help to save them. Shows how fickle they are. Van Allen was pleased you acknowledged his service years. The military life is not for sissys, but we enjoyed seeing parts of the world and doing things we never dreamed of. It was rough raising two boys while moving every two to three years, but they adjusted and are well rounded because of their experiences. They will remember things they had an opportunity to do all their lives and know how blessed they were. However, both weren't too interested in being military when they grew up. They lived it growing up and were ready to explore new territory. They are still very proud of their Dad, their country and all the people that have the stamina to join and live the nomad life style. We were much better people because of it. Military people form bonds that last life times. We were stationed off and on with people we knew for 20 years. You become like family to each other. Living so far from relatives, you learn to rely on each other in good times and bad. That's sadly lacking in our business world today. I better close, but you can tell I will stick up for military people whenever I have an opportunity. Sure we have some bad apples that make it hard for everyone else, but in general they are good decent people only wanting to serve their country. A little thanks once in a while makes it feel wonderful!!! God Bless the United States and the people who serve us, we owe them everything!!! And God bless you and Jo Anne for caring. Thanks, Van Allen and Barbara I By Van Allen and Barbara I
to Arlen and JoAnn re; email
Thanks so much for your kind words! When we re-entered Army life in 1967, the military was considered scum of the earth. Naturally we had to be stationed at Presidio of California right in the den of all the hippies. We were jeered, spat at, ridiculed, anything nasty you can think of. We, the military men and families were locked in every weekend because the hippies would have their love-in’s (drug parties) and war protest on top of the mountain where we lived.

We were not allowed to drive into San Francisco on weekends because they would recognize a military sticker or plate on the car and turn it over, whether men, wives or children were inside. Funny how friendly they could be if they didn’t know you had any military ties. Of course they were dirty and always begging for money on every business step. Sharp military soldiers stood out like sore thumbs among them.

Our soldiers are well trained and took this kind of treatment in stride. They know they took an oath to serve and protect the citizens of the United States, honor the Constitution and the laws afforded every citizen speaking out against them. Fighting the military was considered freedom of speech and our military were willing to give their lives to protect that right.

It is heart warming to see the vast changes now. We still have protesters and always will. But the majority of American’s go out of their way to treat the soldiers with respect and do everything they can to show them thanks. Most will tell you going thru an airport, people will not allow them to pay for their meals and thank them profusely for their service. It warms our hearts to witness that kindness today, considering the rough times the Viet-Nam guys and girls had. We couldn’t be more proud of them and the American people for changing attitudes.

Some people think our soldiers are war mongers. They are trained to fight and protect, not go in and massacre people to take over their countries. And believe me, this country is capable of doing a lot more than people understand. We use our weapons and military for good purposes and history shows we have always returned countries back to their own people. We won WWII and could have taken possession of all of it. That is not the United States way, despite the protesters version of us being the aggressor.

We have the most powerful military might in the world, our only fear is countries like Iran gaining nuclear weapons and using them against the entire world. That’s the danger that exists today, we are doing everything in our power to stop it from happening. The United States can’t keep taking all these tasks on for the rest of the world. It’s time other countries do their share helping!!! They are more at risk than we are, it’s in their back yard.

Someone needs to volunteer to join us in this fight against terrorism. Our soldiers have had some help, but many countries sit back as usual and expect the good old U.S.A. to protect them without much commitment on their behalf. They can hate us if they choose, but they always scream for our help to save them. Shows how fickle they are.

Van Allen was pleased you acknowledged his service years. The military life is not for sissys, but we enjoyed seeing parts of the world and doing things we never dreamed of. It was rough raising two boys while moving every two to three years, but they adjusted and are well rounded because of their experiences.

They will remember things they had an opportunity to do all their lives and know how blessed they were. However, both weren’t too interested in being military when they grew up. They lived it growing up and were ready to explore new territory.

They are still very proud of their Dad, their country and all the people that have the stamina to join and live the nomad life style. We were much better people because of it.

Military people form bonds that last life times. We were stationed off and on with people we knew for 20 years. You become like family to each other. Living so far from relatives, you learn to rely on each other in good times and bad. That’s sadly lacking in our business world today.

I better close, but you can tell I will stick up for military people whenever I have an opportunity. Sure we have some bad apples that make it hard for everyone else, but in general they are good decent people only wanting to serve their country. A little thanks once in a while makes it feel wonderful!!!

God Bless the United States and the people who serve us, we owe them everything!!! And God bless you and Jo Anne for caring.

Thanks,
Van Allen and Barbara I

]]> Comment on Ace Fighter Pilot, Bruce Carr by blogengeezer http://blogengeezer.wordpress.com/2008/03/17/ace-fighter-pilot-bruce-carr/#comment-20 blogengeezer Mon, 23 Jun 2008 23:40:30 +0000 http://blogengeezer.wordpress.com/2008/03/17/ace-fighter-pilot-bruce-carr/#comment-20 Here is another outstanding piece of history brought to light once again. This is a great video clip honoring P-51 pilots of WWII. It's focus is on one pilot's story and becomes even more personal by bringing his grand kids into the feature. It's well done and has some great clips of one of the classic fighters of all times. http://www.grayeagles.org/video.htm Here is another outstanding piece of history brought to light once again.
This is a great video clip honoring P-51 pilots of WWII. It’s focus is on one pilot’s story and becomes even more personal by bringing his grand kids into the feature. It’s well done and has some great clips of one of the classic fighters of all times.

http://www.grayeagles.org/video.htm

]]> Comment on Blackbird SR-71 by blogengeezer http://blogengeezer.wordpress.com/2007/11/27/blackbird-sr-71/#comment-6 blogengeezer Wed, 09 Jan 2008 03:37:26 +0000 http://blogengeezer.wordpress.com/2007/11/27/blackbird-sr-71/#comment-6 Sorry to dissapoint you my friend. The post was sent to me from a retired F-15 pilot friend that now flys a 757 for UPS. He knew the pilot that wrote this post. I will change the introduction. My family are all aircraft industry related even back to Pan AM, UAL and Delta. I was only a sergeant in USAF. Thank you for alerting me to my error. I will clarify. Wouldn't it have been a fantastic mission to 'Steer The Sled' over the top of the World? Sorry to dissapoint you my friend. The post was sent to me from a retired F-15 pilot friend that now flys a 757 for UPS. He knew the pilot that wrote this post. I will change the introduction. My family are all aircraft industry related even back to Pan AM, UAL and Delta. I was only a sergeant in USAF. Thank you for alerting me to my error. I will clarify. Wouldn’t it have been a fantastic mission to ‘Steer The Sled’ over the top of the World?

]]> Comment on Blackbird SR-71 by Geren Rusk http://blogengeezer.wordpress.com/2007/11/27/blackbird-sr-71/#comment-5 Geren Rusk Wed, 09 Jan 2008 03:16:49 +0000 http://blogengeezer.wordpress.com/2007/11/27/blackbird-sr-71/#comment-5 I sure enjoyed your SR 71 article. If you're familiar, I fly a citation XL for NetJets. A job I thoroughly enjoy. You should be very proud to have flown the blackbird. I can only guess and dream at what it was like to fly. Thanks for sharing your experience. Especially the part about reaching mach 3.5. Do you know the fastest the plane ever flew? I have always felt an immense sense of pride in our country and citizens for developing such a magnificent machine. I fear for our future however. So much seems amiss from days past. Does that make any sense. Am not the most articulate. Thanks again for sharing ur experience. I can live it through you. bluegoos23 I sure enjoyed your SR 71 article. If you’re familiar, I fly a citation XL for NetJets. A job I thoroughly enjoy. You should be very proud to have flown the blackbird. I can only guess and dream at what it was like to fly. Thanks for sharing your experience. Especially the part about reaching mach 3.5. Do you know the fastest the plane ever flew? I have always felt an immense sense of pride in our country and citizens for developing such a magnificent machine. I fear for our future however. So much seems amiss from days past. Does that make any sense. Am not the most articulate.
Thanks again for sharing ur experience. I can live it through you.
bluegoos23

]]> Comment on Blackbird SR-71 by blogengeezer http://blogengeezer.wordpress.com/2007/11/27/blackbird-sr-71/#comment-4 blogengeezer Sat, 15 Dec 2007 23:31:45 +0000 http://blogengeezer.wordpress.com/2007/11/27/blackbird-sr-71/#comment-4 Sign over the SR-71 hanger at Okinawa, "Yea though I fly over the Valley of the Shadow of Death, I fear no Evil for I am at 80,000 feet and Climbing" Sign over the SR-71 hanger at Okinawa, “Yea though I fly over the Valley of the Shadow of Death, I fear no Evil for I am at 80,000 feet and Climbing”

]]> Comment on Global Warming, like this? by stiven http://blogengeezer.wordpress.com/2007/07/14/global-warming-like-this/#comment-2 stiven Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:34:09 +0000 http://blogengeezer.wordpress.com/2007/07/14/global-warming-like-this/#comment-2 Thank you for this perspective...that has been moved to http://cretaceous.wordpress.com/ It seams like the GW phenomena came from nowhere and now it is consuming the mainstream media and many industries, even design. It is so frustrating to see so many resources and capital diverged in the name of GW with so much to do in other areas especially in sustainable design. I will use this info to further my case against the myopic views and actions spurred by the commercialization of GW expressed on this entry http://www.sustainableday.com/?p=44 Thank you for this perspective…that has been moved to http://cretaceous.wordpress.com/

It seams like the GW phenomena came from nowhere and now it is consuming the mainstream media and many industries, even design.

It is so frustrating to see so many resources and capital diverged in the name of GW with so much to do in other areas especially in sustainable design.

I will use this info to further my case against the myopic views and actions spurred by the commercialization of GW expressed on this entry http://www.sustainableday.com/?p=44

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