naneek1946

It is extremely important to treat each other with respect. Treat your neighbors and strangers as if s/he was your brother/sister, your child. Be generous. Be grateful for all you have been given. Don't worry about things that you cannot control. Begin each day cheerfully and unhurriedly. And smile, even if you are sad, because others around you will smile, which will make you feel better. We all have gifts to give. Give. Peace.

I was scared as was every GI on our plane. I was very non political and didn't really pay much attention to the news. I just thought I was doing the right thing because my dad was a WWII vet. I never thought my country would lie to me/us. Of course I learned to loathe war. Lost so many brothers.

Did 26.2 mile into Hot Springs. Did a 35 miler in less than 24 hours because I night hiked.
Favorite gear...not a gear head but my backpack served me well. Duct tape a must. Aquamira to purify my water. There was no least favorite. If I didn't use something for a week I sent it home. Keep the weight down but think comfort at night. You want to sleep well. Always keep your sleeping bag dry. Peace.

At the Homeplace in VA...3 slabs of roast beef, 6 pieces of chicken, three orders of mashed potatoes and gravy, lots of vegies, 4 rolls, 1 desert, 3 lemonades, 3 ice teas, 3 waters, 2 chocolate milks.

never liked it. We occupy way too many countries. Those who start wars never fight them. Those who fight them never like them.