Rumors of my Demise have been Greatly Exaggerated...
...to borrow from the group Rise Against.
No, I have not been kicked out of NT. No, Perrie and I have not had a lover's quarrel. And no, I have not died.
Frankly, I've been taking a mental health break from NT. Because...well...this place is chock full of lunatics and Kool-aid drinking liberals. And sometimes, it gets tiring saying the same thing to the same people and getting the same response. It reminds me of the definition of stupid. Yes, I'm stupid for ever thinking I could change any of your minds with facts when you've been consensually brain washed by the America hating media.
As I pointed out in an article a few weeks ago, my last few months have been busy preparing for a Submariner's Shindig at my ranch. I had about 10 or 12 Submariners, whom I met on Facebook, descend on my spread for a weekend of near epic shenanigans. This is the second year we have done this, and we are already planning Shindig Threepeat.
Let me tell you a little about these shindigs. All of these guys are Brothers of the Phin. I have never served with any of them on any sub in my career. I have only met them on Facebook. And yet, they are my brothers. I trust them with my life. I trust them at my home, my ranch, with guns, and ordinance. Because they are my brothers.
I replied “Submarines are not for everyone”. To which the lady behind me said “That’s the best response I’ve ever heard. I guess it takes a special kind to serve on Submarines”.
And I replied, “Y es. It takes a healthy balance of intelligence coupled with insanity. Integrity, with a dose of ‘I don’t give a shit’. “ Then borrowing from Dr. Joyce Brothers I said “It’s not bravery, but an intense insight into our own capabilities, and the knowledge that every man on the boat can and will do his job.”
No, Submarines are not for everyone. And in the old Navy of just 20 or 30 years ago, we made sure that the man standing watch next to us knew his job and did it well. After testing and trying him, forcing feelings like self-pity and sorrow out of him, he was left with confidence and pride. Pride in his job, his boat, his service, his nation. Confidence in his abilities, and the abilities of every crewman who wore the Dolphins. When the hatch shut, and the boat slipped beneath the surface, Death would smile. But the Submariner, full of pride and confidence, would smile back.
No, young naïve, Submarines are not for everyone. Submariners are not a cut above the rest, they are cut from an entirely different cloth. There are average sailors, but no average Submariners. You are either qualified, or you’re not.
To the 6 of you, sorry for any confusion.
As well as being chock full of Kool-aid drinking conservatives. No one group is less guilty than the other, no matter which side of the barbed sire fence on sits on.
Dear Friend Uncle Bruce: All best wishes on your next annual submarine shindig.
Most pleased all worked so well for each involved this year.
Peace and Abundant Blessings to You and Yours.
Enoch.
I read your blogs. I just didn't have anything intelligent to offer.
I normally try and read all the blogs but generally don't comment unless I have something to add.
Well, I've always liked you whether you liked me or not. I don't think you have an ounce of BS in your personality. You think for yourself. If you have something to say, you say it and let the chips fall where they may. Being a straight shooter, you're a fine gentleman who would bend over backward to help someone in need, but has little pity for those who will not help themselves. And last but not least you're not into bickering or bitching, especially when it never ends.
OMG - your whole comment made me chuckle. Especially when you used the term "gentlemen" and "no BS".
I think it's safe to say you're probably one of the six since you go along with everything he says. I'm pretty sure I didn't make that cut though. hehehehehe
Ha!!! Now he is a gentleman until he gets on here and then the fighting spirit takes over and there's nothing he can do about it. I get your point though.
Rumors of my demise have been greatly exaggerated.
Well then whose freaking funeral did I attend? I also spent $200 on a boob-themed flower arrangement. Perhaps next time you could let us know you are not dead just a tad earlier.
Very glad to find out that the rumors were just that....rumors. Glad to know you are safe, well, and still a part of NT.
Happy to see you back! Hope your shindig is/was a blast
. I always enjoy reading your blogs and comments
I usually comment on your FB Posts-we are friends there......not sure if I'm on the good list here or not. LOL
'Because...well...this place is chock full of lunatics and Kool-aid drinking liberals. And sometimes, it gets tiring saying the same thing to the same people and getting the same response. It reminds me of the definition of stupid. Yes, I'm stupid for ever thinking I could change any of your minds with facts when you've been consensually brain washed by the America hating media. '
Well I sure didn't miss you or this. I'm sure the feeling is mutual.
Good morning Tessylo. That comment you referred to was designed to get your heart pumping and I see it worked.
Nah, it didn't get my heart pumping at all. About what I expected.
What facts have you or Bruce ever provided?
Awww....Sweetcheecks! You didn't miss me? I'm hurt.
glad you are back, that all is well and that you had a party for the ages
Bruce,
You know that I love you.. that is why I baked you a cake!
I think you could use a trim on the beard.
Good to hear from you Bruce, I a sure you love this::
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxB11eAl-YE
This I also think is a must see so as to comprehend what makes Submariners! Enjoy!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAHupWC3jjQ
Bruce - sent you a PM on a submariner I play golf with - have you gotten it yet?
Good to see you, Bruce. I am only on here occasionally...for the very same reasons as you. Godspeed.
the good news my friend is there has been a shift in the paradigm,
the liberal world order is dying and the progressive/anarchist left losses from here on out.
cheers
Here is another what I think a Good Movie about what it means to be a Squid!!
Warning::: Avoid All My Blogs they are Deadly and hence " LOCKED " :-)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sf-W7tGu1oo
This is " Sound Included " :-)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ny6oZED1Hm8
The Prise of Progress, and Submariners!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lXvbemJVXM