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Post by pttom on May 16, 2006 15:44:40 GMT -5
With the shape of world as it is, raising children can be rather scary....
And many have different views of the military....
But when you watch you oldest son, stand with his right hand held high,
taking the same oath you took 30 years ago.....
it makes you a proud dad
Chris joined the US Army yesterday and will leave June 19 for Ft Benning, GA.
And when your son, has the heart, courage, drive and determination to join to become a member of the elite Army Rangers it make you a....
DAMN PROUD DAD!
And I just had to share it! ;D
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Post by dlane6110 on May 16, 2006 18:38:34 GMT -5
A proud Dad and with good reason. May his dreams come true and his gaurdian angel keep him safe.
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Post by JamesP on May 16, 2006 19:23:56 GMT -5
Tom, Good luck to your son in basic training,and by the way you should be a Damn Proud Father!!!!!!!
James
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Post by FlowRW on May 16, 2006 19:42:23 GMT -5
Congrats Tom & Triste. May God watch over him and keep him safe.
Susie and I have commented quite a few times on how mannerly and nice your children are. You two do good work!
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Post by pdunagin on May 16, 2006 21:08:39 GMT -5
I'm sure you have to be a PROUD DAD!
We will support you, your family and your son.Just let us know how we can contact him and we will send letters, emails, etc.
You had the Pig Pickin in Bahama, right? I was at the first one you had, it was great! And your all your kids are great!
Pam from Rock Hill.
May God Bless!
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Post by ncptcruiser on May 17, 2006 3:18:31 GMT -5
We salute you & your son...may he be safe during the course of his duties!!!
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Post by Tony Tomes on May 17, 2006 5:15:05 GMT -5
We too salute the new recruit. May he be safe and secure for all his military time. And, I would venture to say that if asked he would say he is a Damn Proud Son too!
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Post by tomcruz on May 17, 2006 6:09:12 GMT -5
Congratulations Tom!
I know you and Triste are VERY proud parents.
May God look over him.
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Post by pttom on May 17, 2006 6:38:39 GMT -5
Thanks folks, for all the good wishes ;D On the off chance that any of you might care to join us, in sending Chris off with our prayers and good wishes. You are cordially invited to join us for a Potluck Farewell Lunch on June 11th from 1:00p-4:00p (1300-1600 for some of us  ) at: Christian Assembly Church 5516 N Roxboro Rd Durham, NC 27712  |
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Post by Wally & Kathy on May 17, 2006 7:21:30 GMT -5
Tom, I'm proud of you for raising a son who see's value in serving his country...and serving it in a really great way...I wish Chris all the success possible in his quest to be a Ranger...a most honorable experience. As a former Ranger and Member of the Ranger Association I suggest you and Chris look this website over for the history of the Rangers....Leading the way. www.75thrra.org/index.htm Wally K Co., 75th Infantry (Airbourne Ranger) South Vietnam '69-70 |
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Post by Patriot on May 17, 2006 19:12:59 GMT -5
Tom & Triste, please tell Chris "thank you" for volunteering to keep us all safe here at home. He is most definitely in our prayers. You both SHOULD be VERY PROUD of him. May the Good Lord keep him safe.
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Post by pttom on May 17, 2006 22:32:03 GMT -5
Wally, Somehow I knew this would get your attention ;D Chris has really felt for sometime that this was his calling, and part of my duty in that was to be sure (as much as a civilian dad could) that he truly understood.... Both the sacrifices and determination it would take to make it, and the honor it would be to make it. And the rich history and traditions he would become a part of. Chris sends you a heartfelt, " HOOAH! " ;D |
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Post by JamesP on May 18, 2006 7:45:39 GMT -5
Thanks for the link Wally I also enjoyed it very much !!!
James
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Post by FranksredPT on May 20, 2006 21:19:00 GMT -5
Tom, I've always said you have the nicest kids I've ever met. You are a lucky man to have a son like Chris. We all hope he stays safe and returns home soon.
Frank
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Post by PT4U2C on May 21, 2006 6:20:40 GMT -5
Tom:
As a Vietnam era Army vet, I congratulate Chris for his devotion and call to duty, both of which I know he got honestly. May God watch over him and your family. All the best to eCH OF YOU.
Richard
PT4U2C
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