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Main Boards => PowWow => Topic started by: ron w on September 02, 2016, 08:11:00 AM
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Haven't seen Mudd on here for a while......hope all is well. Always like his posts and humor.
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He's on facebook occasionally. All seems well.
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Someone else mentioned him to me in conversation, his humor and posts, so I wrote to him... he said he lurks but isn't posting as much...doing ok, with just normal issues of an aging Nam vet, whatever that means...
He seemed to appreciate being thought of...
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Glad all is good........
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Tell him to get himself back on here! :wavey:
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I thought just letting him know he's missed might help.
Here's his email, write and tell him to "get himself back on here." :)
[email protected]
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Done! Thanks Doc. :thumbsup:
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I received a PM from him this past week in response to a question I asked, so I know he is on Tradgang at least occasionally. The message was brief, but cordial.
Gary
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In reading Doc's response, I feel compelled to respond further. I have no idea what Mudd is dealing with.
But, my absolute best friend in the world is dealing with Vietnam "stuff" and it ain't good. Very early dementia as well.
I feel like I am loosing my best friend, brother in the Lord and hunting partner.
Frankly it is right up there with loosing a family member.
So Mudd, thus morning I am praying for you.
Gary
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Sorry double post
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I appreciate each and every one of you folks here at Tradgang.
I am blessed more than I have a right to be and won't complain about getting old as not everyone has that privilege.
One of the most profound experiences in my life happened recently when I was blessed to join my fellow veterans on a Mid-Missouri Honor flight to Washington DC for a tour of all of the memorials.
The longest walk of my life was from the bus to the "Wall". It was a life changer once I made it there.
Thanks again for the love!
God bless,Mudd
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War is dirty business. I'm of that era but never served in SE Asia... but the host of my age group and friends who did and the vagaries they now battle is intense.
I'm glad you got to see the Memorial, Mudd. I have a artist's rendition I cannot hang in my home. It depicts a middle aged man in a 3 piece suit, head bowed with his hands on names of fallen comrades. In shadow relief are several young soldiers on the "other side" of the wall, touching his hand....those who did not make it home to endure the trials of aging.
I sit here eyes welled up just typing of that picture.. Most powerful visual I've ever seen of Nam "stuff"...
Prayers for you Mudd and a praise that you got to visit as you did.
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Roy,
I agree with you. Standing if front of that Wall is such an emotional experience that just writing this post brings tears. Stand strong my brother and thank you for your service
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I've been wondering about Mudd too .
I'm glad to see his post here today .
Over the past few years I've posted things and would wonder what Mudd would have to say .
It's usually very inspirational . :wavey: :campfire: :archer:
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I also was wondering where Mudd was. Roy I miss your posts and your pleasantness. I hope you can join us back here soon!
Prayers sent-God knows.
Denny
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Praying for you! Take care and GOD bless you and your family!
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Good to see your post Mudd. I was fix'n to send you an e-mail as suggested.
My uncle Franky from KY is on that wall.
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I just googled for the picture of viet nam memorial vet looking back. The picture of the suited middle-age survivor with those who didn't make it touching hands popped right up.
Very profound. Here's the link
https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=vietnam+memorial+wall+dead+looking+back&view=detailv2&id=80BE24BE6DADB48AE36D4E6416C141E343D4ED84&ccid=t3x9CfpE&simid=608007288228021200&thid=O IP.Mb77c7d09fa44cf02a8edd0d1a9c93a40o0&mode=overlay&first=1 (https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=vietnam+memorial+wall+dead+looking+back&view=detailv2&id=80BE24BE6DADB48AE36D4E6416C141E343D4ED84&ccid=t3x9CfpE&simid=608007288228021200&thid=OIP.Mb77c7d09fa44cf02a8edd0d1a9c93a40o0&mode=overlay&first=1)
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Bowwild, thanks for the link. Very Gripping.
Thanks to all who served.
Denny
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Glad to hear you are doing well, Roy!
Bisch
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Hey Mudd. I got leather and NO Robin Hood hat. Been waiting for your posts!!
YUP, my Marine buddy who took a head shot which paralyzed him and I took that long walk to the wall many years ago while our wives stayed back. First thing I had to was toss two out of control kids off the wall as they were sitting on the top and kicking the wall with their heals.
I also have the Lee Teter print proudly hanging on the wall of the family room. I look at that print several times a day.
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Originally posted by Jon Stewart:
First thing I had to was toss two out of control kids off the wall as they were sitting on the top and kicking the wall with their heals.
I also have the Lee Teter print proudly hanging on the wall of the family room. I look at that print several times a day.
Wow... first, thanks for instilling momentary respect among the younger punkes. I guess no generation appreciates the sacrifices of their elders... nor are schools likely teaching much reality anymore of our hard won freedom and past.
Second, Wow... you're tougher then me to have that painting/print hanging. I didn't realize till I clicked the link that it had so many soldiers "behind the wall" so dug my matt mounted one in brown paper out and yup...sure enough...
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Good to see you ok, Roy!
But we all know your more than OK!
I've been fortunate to have done some trading with him.
I have always thought it would be great to be a helper/escort on one of those "Honor" trips!
Don't know how I would handle all the emotions.
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I e-mailed you the pattern Jon.
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I'm glad to see you post again Roy!