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Introduction As Requested
Sirs,
I have completed my 72 hours of observing this site and have read the rules. As requested, I would like to introduce myself as T. Sargent in Atlanta, Georgia. Ironically, I was referred to this site by a former operator so I can see for myself what happens when you break the rules when writing books. I am a Realtor and smalltime residential homebuilder. I consider myself fortunate and honored to be invited to this online community consisting of some of America's finest. I am unable to serve due to congenital hearing loss in one ear. Therefore, I have tried my best to live by a code and standard similar to yours in addition to the Bible. I have spent a great deal of time and money during the last 7 years trying to help local veterans of the SO community in simple tasks like getting to the VA, getting their RX and usually just listening. I'll be the first to admit maybe I do it for selfish reasons. Just being around these disabled "quiet professionals" helps me deal with my quilt in not being able to answer the call and serve. Therefore, it's a trade off for both of us. Still I'm probably getting the better end of the deal.
In addition, I have had the pleasure to help several Rangers (Tab bearers not wearers) and some of the white, black and even gray SO units with finding new homes to start the next chapter in their life's to heal and make up for lost time with their families. Helping and befriending these people has been the highlight of my career.
I am extremely well read in Vietnam history in an effort to honor my Father, Uncles and Grandfather's service there. I have a special place in my heart for those of you who served there. When our Country was at its lowest back home our finest kept answering the call year after year. Often times without a thank you! I found out by my mother several years ago that my father (severed on LCM boat running up and down the Qua Viet and Perfume Rivers) in I Corp and an Uncle (1st/7th Bttn Marines also in I Corp) both had to change out of their uniforms upon arriving back in the country in oakland, CA. We civilians can never let out soldiers down again! Ever! I encourage those of you not serving for whatever reason to make an effort to do something to help the vets in your community. One day when your child asks you if you served you can say no but explain how you did your part.
Lastly, I will observe the rules of this website and with your permission possibly participate in some of the treads pertaining to Vietnam which I feel I may have something to contribute in terms of its written history. Thank you again for the opportunity to introduce myself!
T. Sargent
Atlanta, GA
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