Service has taken me from submarines to polling places, from a fishing outing for active-duty military personnel to welcoming people through the door at Post 327.
There are dates and job titles along the way. There are also friends, surprises, and favors that turned into rather more than I expected.
1970–1990
U.S. Navy
Submarines, teaching, moonlighting, and the road to Hawaii.
Come on in →After returning to VirginiaElections
Virginia Beach, James City County, and helping the voter get a ballot in the box.
Come on in →A fishing buddy’s favorMilitary Appreciation Day
A day on the water became a several-year endeavor.
Come on in →2023 onwardAmerican Legion
The man who welcomed me in eventually handed me responsibility for welcoming others.
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