#212—“Down Time,” Part 2: USS Kitty Hawk (On-duty)

F-14 Tomcat (VF-84 Jolly Rogers) prepares to launch from USS Carl Vinson (CV-70). June 15, 1982. PH3 Dostie, USN.

Trivia Questions (Answers @ end) Above Photo: An F-14 Tomcat aircraft waits behind the blast deflector panels as another F-14 from Fighter Squadron 84 (VF-84) prepares for launching during flight operations aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70)…. Read more#212—“Down Time,” Part 2: USS Kitty Hawk (On-duty)

Navy Friday Funny – The Power of the Almighty Chief Petty Officer

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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… Read moreNavy Friday Funny – The Power of the Almighty Chief Petty Officer

#183—Happy New Year! (2025)

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I’m “cheating” on this blog post. With the holidays, visits to family… visits from family… life got busy again. Not a bad thing for a retired guy. So, I’m reposting this message. A plethora of veteran memes and quotes float… Read more#183—Happy New Year! (2025)

Navy Friday Funny: Finished or Complete?

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… Read moreNavy Friday Funny: Finished or Complete?

Navy Friday Funny – A Navy SEAL Walks into a Bar

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… Read moreNavy Friday Funny – A Navy SEAL Walks into a Bar

Navy Friday Funny – Ask the Senior Chief for Advice

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… Read moreNavy Friday Funny – Ask the Senior Chief for Advice

Navy Friday Funny – Gunny & the Senior Chief

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… Read moreNavy Friday Funny – Gunny & the Senior Chief

Navy Friday Funny – The Admirals & the Master Chief

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… Read moreNavy Friday Funny – The Admirals & the Master Chief

Navy Friday Funny – The Navy Chaplain Visits the Hospital

Enjoy this Navy Friday Funny! An oldie, but a goodie. A Navy Chaplain visits several sailors from his ship in a naval hospital soon after they reached their San Diego home port after a Westpac cruise. He approaches a young… Read moreNavy Friday Funny – The Navy Chaplain Visits the Hospital

#155—4 Years & Counting

It was Veteran’s Day 2019 BEFORE the pandemic. A mere four years ago (that’s 28 “dog years,” if you believe that myth). That’s when I began my weekly blog, A Veteran’s Journey. This is Blog #155. When I started writing… Read more#155—4 Years & Counting