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A long, lonely, dusty trail…
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A long, lonely, dusty trail… It’s been a very long and hard seven or so days for me. Last weekend I got a phone call from an old buddy of mine from the Corps saying that a mutual friend who had just retired from the USMC after 32 years had passed away. To understand this better you have to realize my friend had been an NCO, was 53 years old and was in fantastic shape. He ran six miles every day and could put much younger men to shame with his physical condition. He passed away while mowing his lawn due to a massive coronary. So, I went up to Iowa last Wednesday to meet a bunch of other old war horses, tell stories, get a little drunk, and carry the casket of a friend who I had shared some of the best and worst times of my life with. I then got to meet, try and comfort, and help as best I could his 30 something amazing wife and two little who would no longer have a daddy. It was a draining experience that I don’t know that I’ll completely get over any time soon. Then I went to see my older very unhealthy sister, she is about 100 pounds overweight and smokes heavily. And my younger health nut sister. It’s never fun when I visit because I am usually end up referring between the two of them as they criticize each other’s life styles and choices. I got home Saturday in time to do all the chores that no one else could be bothered with and then got up at 3am to catch a flight on Monday morning (yes even though it was a holiday…) and got to work by noon. On top of that, I still have not enjoyed the company of a woman since before last Christmas and I am starting to get a LOT cranky. Otherwise… life is just Jim Fucking Dandy!!! Hope all y’all are doing well. Save a , ride a cowboy!! |
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So sorry to hear about your friend. Sounds like you've had a rough week but you were there for the people who needed you! Best I can do in the circumstances is...  Stress is when you wake up screaming and you realize you haven't fallen asleep yet. 
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Thanks my dear!! Save a horse, ride a cowboy!!
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I'm sorry about your friend....sometime thing just don't make any sense, do they?? Many heartfelt hugs to you!!!!!!  WITHOUT PASSION LIFE IS NOTHING
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My condolences on the loss of your friend. This is an unfortunate example of making every second of your life count.
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My deepest sympathies on the death of your good friend. I'm there with you in spirit, having lost two very dear people myself this year. A written hug is all I can offer; please know you're in my thoughts!
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