Comments on: Daughters, Sons, Patriots, and Me http://www.skalduggery.com/2010/05/13/daughters-sons-patriots-and-me/ Skalded Musings and Random Thoughts on Current and Not so Current Events Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:56:54 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 By: The Skald http://www.skalduggery.com/2010/05/13/daughters-sons-patriots-and-me/comment-page-1/#comment-473 The Skald Wed, 19 May 2010 07:01:26 +0000 http://www.skalduggery.com/?p=643#comment-473 <a href="#comment-471" rel="nofollow">@karla </a> I love hugging your Mom :D Done! I seem to have a family of "movie goobers" as your sister called it - I've not really met that many people that can practically carry on a conversation with movie and TV quotes! It's a skill I tell ya - and now, I've noticed numerous young officers doing it at work... mmm, curmudgeon... Perhaps Mr. Grim has something there... I'm glad you appreciated this post, it's been a bit of a burr under my saddle - it even bothered me on my scooter ride, and I can't be having that! I wanted a way to both point out "the tool's" absurdity and to say, unlike him, I am so very proud of you girls even when I disagree... sometimes BECAUSE I disagree and you guys are firm in your own belief system. love you muchly, dad @karla I love hugging your Mom :D Done! I seem to have a family of “movie goobers” as your sister called it – I’ve not really met that many people that can practically carry on a conversation with movie and TV quotes! It’s a skill I tell ya – and now, I’ve noticed numerous young officers doing it at work… mmm, curmudgeon… Perhaps Mr. Grim has something there…

I’m glad you appreciated this post, it’s been a bit of a burr under my saddle – it even bothered me on my scooter ride, and I can’t be having that! I wanted a way to both point out “the tool’s” absurdity and to say, unlike him, I am so very proud of you girls even when I disagree… sometimes BECAUSE I disagree and you guys are firm in your own belief system.

love you muchly,
dad

]]> By: karla http://www.skalduggery.com/2010/05/13/daughters-sons-patriots-and-me/comment-page-1/#comment-471 karla Tue, 18 May 2010 01:28:29 +0000 http://www.skalduggery.com/?p=643#comment-471 Hey Papa-san, I'll skip the Mamma-esque chiding about health and self-care as I'm sure Mom hit all the high points. As I often dig your posts this one is definitely a favorite as it is a subject so close to my own heart. The topic of community has been bouncing around my head for about 5 years and it only becomes more entrenched with time. It's like this foggy nebulous of understanding...and at the same time fits with the steps of behavior changing. (of course I'm still at the "recognize" the behavior without the "changing" part...lol) But I greatly appreciate this post and the convo regarding the General's statement and the tool's reaction. It's funny (sad) to be able to see the middle of the issue and understand where each is standing. Much loves...take care of you. Hug my Mom! And bonus for bringing a cerebral idea home with an animated movie! Art, imitates life, imitates art.... Hey Papa-san,

I’ll skip the Mamma-esque chiding about health and self-care as I’m sure Mom hit all the high points. As I often dig your posts this one is definitely a favorite as it is a subject so close to my own heart. The topic of community has been bouncing around my head for about 5 years and it only becomes more entrenched with time. It’s like this foggy nebulous of understanding…and at the same time fits with the steps of behavior changing. (of course I’m still at the “recognize” the behavior without the “changing” part…lol) But I greatly appreciate this post and the convo regarding the General’s statement and the tool’s reaction. It’s funny (sad) to be able to see the middle of the issue and understand where each is standing.

Much loves…take care of you. Hug my Mom!

And bonus for bringing a cerebral idea home with an animated movie! Art, imitates life, imitates art….

]]> By: The Skald http://www.skalduggery.com/2010/05/13/daughters-sons-patriots-and-me/comment-page-1/#comment-469 The Skald Mon, 17 May 2010 05:43:53 +0000 http://www.skalduggery.com/?p=643#comment-469 <a href="#comment-468" rel="nofollow">@jazzy </a> Absolutely girlie! We'll pack up a couple Hennessey Hamocks and disappear into the Jefferson Wilderness :) Love you big time kiddo! @jazzy Absolutely girlie! We’ll pack up a couple Hennessey Hamocks and disappear into the Jefferson Wilderness :) Love you big time kiddo!

]]> By: jazzy http://www.skalduggery.com/2010/05/13/daughters-sons-patriots-and-me/comment-page-1/#comment-468 jazzy Mon, 17 May 2010 05:36:21 +0000 http://www.skalduggery.com/?p=643#comment-468 Hey, dad love the post :) and yeah I understand goin round and round with people about the war :) I always learn something when i read your posts, makes it fun and educational. I especially liked the reference to "The Incredibles" course I'm also a movie goober. Can't wait til I get back, we should go up to the mountains and have a good breather :) Hey, dad love the post :) and yeah I understand goin round and round with people about the war :) I always learn something when i read your posts, makes it fun and educational. I especially liked the reference to “The Incredibles” course I’m also a movie goober. Can’t wait til I get back, we should go up to the mountains and have a good breather :)

]]> By: The Skald http://www.skalduggery.com/2010/05/13/daughters-sons-patriots-and-me/comment-page-1/#comment-466 The Skald Sat, 15 May 2010 15:55:26 +0000 http://www.skalduggery.com/?p=643#comment-466 <a href="#comment-462" rel="nofollow">@Jeff </a> Glad you stayed up for the read Jeff. I've been round & round about the war in Iraq with a few folks, and I suppose I'm in the same spot - not really keen on arguing about it anymore. I've been appropriately admonished by my daughters and their hubbies about wanting them home... "after all, you served, you understand daddy." Umm, yeah - I didn't realize that it might be pretty hard on those left behind. I'd rather go myself than have my children there. Period. Thanks so much for your version of "thoughts and prayers," it really is the thought that counts. Get some sleep bud (I also understand that combination of meds *sigh*). <a href="#comment-463" rel="nofollow">@tom Vail </a> Glad to be back! It's been a weird hiatus... having the urge to write, but not the willingness to put "pen to paper." Thanks for the kind words, and I'll definitely aim at my once a week goal :D <a href="#comment-464" rel="nofollow">@Mr. Grim </a> Yeah, yeah, you cranky almost old fart... I am glad to be back to writing again. I think as soon as I have the parts for my Harley I'll give you buzz for a lunch at that nice little Chinese place in McMinnville - sound like a winner? @Jeff

Glad you stayed up for the read Jeff. I’ve been round & round about the war in Iraq with a few folks, and I suppose I’m in the same spot – not really keen on arguing about it anymore. I’ve been appropriately admonished by my daughters and their hubbies about wanting them home… “after all, you served, you understand daddy.” Umm, yeah – I didn’t realize that it might be pretty hard on those left behind. I’d rather go myself than have my children there. Period. Thanks so much for your version of “thoughts and prayers,” it really is the thought that counts. Get some sleep bud (I also understand that combination of meds *sigh*).

@tom Vail

Glad to be back! It’s been a weird hiatus… having the urge to write, but not the willingness to put “pen to paper.” Thanks for the kind words, and I’ll definitely aim at my once a week goal :D

@Mr. Grim

Yeah, yeah, you cranky almost old fart… I am glad to be back to writing again. I think as soon as I have the parts for my Harley I’ll give you buzz for a lunch at that nice little Chinese place in McMinnville – sound like a winner?

]]> By: Mr. Grim http://www.skalduggery.com/2010/05/13/daughters-sons-patriots-and-me/comment-page-1/#comment-464 Mr. Grim Fri, 14 May 2010 16:54:32 +0000 http://www.skalduggery.com/?p=643#comment-464 See Jeff? I told you he was probably sick. =) Glad to see you are finally back at the keys you old curmudgeon! A Mac? Really? See Jeff? I told you he was probably sick. =)

Glad to see you are finally back at the keys you old curmudgeon!

A Mac? Really?

]]> By: tom Vail http://www.skalduggery.com/2010/05/13/daughters-sons-patriots-and-me/comment-page-1/#comment-463 tom Vail Fri, 14 May 2010 04:46:25 +0000 http://www.skalduggery.com/?p=643#comment-463 Glad you are back, Steven. Missed your posts and your uncanny ability to communicate. Though I have never met you, through your posts I feel I know you better than many of my 'friends.' Am glad your health has returned. Hope to read more of your great prose whether weekly or monthly is your call. You owe us nothing and we appreciate what we get. You have a talent and it enriches those fortunate enough to find it. Tom .-= tom Vail´s last blog ..<a href="http://ttoes.wordpress.com/2010/05/12/responses-to-comments-may-12-2010/" rel="nofollow">Responses to Comments – May 12, 2010</a> =-. Glad you are back, Steven. Missed your posts and your uncanny ability to communicate. Though I have never met you, through your posts I feel I know you better than many of my ‘friends.’
Am glad your health has returned. Hope to read more of your great prose whether weekly or monthly is your call. You owe us nothing and we appreciate what we get. You have a talent and it enriches those fortunate enough to find it.
Tom
.-= tom Vail´s last blog ..Responses to Comments – May 12, 2010 =-.

]]> By: Jeff http://www.skalduggery.com/2010/05/13/daughters-sons-patriots-and-me/comment-page-1/#comment-462 Jeff Fri, 14 May 2010 04:14:19 +0000 http://www.skalduggery.com/?p=643#comment-462 I've been back and forth with my own father about the war in Iraq. I don't like to argue about it too much because of my knowledge of why we went in. It's useless knowledge since I can't express it. With your background, Steve, I'm sure you know what I'm talking about. I am certain that the conflict in Iraq was inevitable and necessary. I am also certain the invasion was brilliantly planned. Unfortunately, what came after "major combat operations" was run like a state fair complete with town fools, sewing circle gossip mongers, and some idiot too drunk to stand. It's shameful there was no pacification strategy, occupation strategy, or exit strategy and instead relied on Iraqis to throw up their arms and praise us in unison. In this, our leaders failed us. As soon as a leader makes a mistake, you can count on public support to flounder and, well, here we are. Despite the Duelfer report findings the whole world is programmed to say "there were no weapons of mass destruction." That said, you're right - you were promised that the war would end. I expect you would be very angry with that many loved ones over there and for a number of times. I expect it should anger you even more to learn the fed is looking at cutting military pay now to decrease the deficit. I truly missed your postings. Even angry postings from you are enlightening reading. I don't generally care to read anyone's personal blog posts, but I found myself reading even those. You have a talent to see layers into a political issue or family situation and then put it in words for us to digest. I'm glad you chose to post. I was supposed to be in bed an hour ago in order to get at least 6 hours sleep, but I figured an hour of sleep was well worth reading and responding to a Finsterbrick. Lastly, I have a fairly quirky spiritual view so I won't go so far as to say I'll be praying for your loved ones, but I will be doing my reasonable facsimile with all accompanying intentions. I'll probably go back and re-read this comment tomorrow and wish I hadn't posted so tired (2 blood pressure meds and 1 cholesterol pill at the end of the day leave me woozy). .-= Jeff´s last blog ..<a href="http://mynastyromance.coffeespy.com/?p=277" rel="nofollow">In Medias Res</a> =-. I’ve been back and forth with my own father about the war in Iraq. I don’t like to argue about it too much because of my knowledge of why we went in. It’s useless knowledge since I can’t express it. With your background, Steve, I’m sure you know what I’m talking about. I am certain that the conflict in Iraq was inevitable and necessary. I am also certain the invasion was brilliantly planned. Unfortunately, what came after “major combat operations” was run like a state fair complete with town fools, sewing circle gossip mongers, and some idiot too drunk to stand. It’s shameful there was no pacification strategy, occupation strategy, or exit strategy and instead relied on Iraqis to throw up their arms and praise us in unison. In this, our leaders failed us. As soon as a leader makes a mistake, you can count on public support to flounder and, well, here we are. Despite the Duelfer report findings the whole world is programmed to say “there were no weapons of mass destruction.” That said, you’re right – you were promised that the war would end. I expect you would be very angry with that many loved ones over there and for a number of times. I expect it should anger you even more to learn the fed is looking at cutting military pay now to decrease the deficit.

I truly missed your postings. Even angry postings from you are enlightening reading. I don’t generally care to read anyone’s personal blog posts, but I found myself reading even those. You have a talent to see layers into a political issue or family situation and then put it in words for us to digest.

I’m glad you chose to post. I was supposed to be in bed an hour ago in order to get at least 6 hours sleep, but I figured an hour of sleep was well worth reading and responding to a Finsterbrick.

Lastly, I have a fairly quirky spiritual view so I won’t go so far as to say I’ll be praying for your loved ones, but I will be doing my reasonable facsimile with all accompanying intentions. I’ll probably go back and re-read this comment tomorrow and wish I hadn’t posted so tired (2 blood pressure meds and 1 cholesterol pill at the end of the day leave me woozy).
.-= Jeff´s last blog ..In Medias Res =-.

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