Each military branch of the United States has its own cultures, language, and traditions. In the Navy, the Chief Petty Officer serves a dual role as both a technical expert and as a leader; emphasis being more on leadership. There is always a sense of humor that comes from this culture. For the Navy, I find the more ingenious humor typically involves a CPO.
Enjoy this Navy Friday Funny.
Once upon a time three Naval Officers were walking through the woods and suddenly they were standing in front of a huge, wild river. They desperately had to get to the other side. But how, with such a raging torrent?
The first Naval Officer knelt down and prayed to the Lord. “Lord, please give me the strength to cross this river!”
The Lord gave him long arms and strong legs. Now he could swim across the river. It took him about two hours and he almost drowned several times. But, he was successful!
The second Naval Officer, who observed this, also knelt and prayed to the Lord. “Lord, please give me the strength and the necessary tools to cross this river!”
The Lord gave him a tub and he managed to cross the river despite the fact that the tub almost capsized a couple of times.
The third Naval Officer who observed all this knelt down and prayed. “Lord, please give me the strength, the means, AND the intelligence to cross this river!”
The Lord transformed the Officer into a Chief Petty Officer. The Chief took a quick glance on the map, walked a few meters upstream and crossed the bridge.
Andy Adkins is a US Navy veteran (’73-77) and the author of several books. His newest novel, NEVER FORGET, is the story of A Vietnam Veteran’s Journey for Redemption & Forgiveness. NEVER FORGET is FREE (eBook, PDF) for all veterans. Download your FREE copy HERE.
Love it!
Good one.
Great one! I can always count on a good laugh when the Friday Funnies come around. Thanks for never disappointing.
My pleasure. Got a book heading you way.