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To: RR who wrote (22048)	6/10/2000 1:03:00 PM
From: cowgirl-ona-1eyed-horse	Respond to of 35685

Thanks, Rick, for sharing that story. That's the 'real McCoy' kind of experience that strengthens family relationships. Good for you. Glad you can make it the Reunion. Looking forward to meeting you and Holly. cowgirl

To: RR who wrote (22048)	6/10/2000 3:20:00 PM
From: bela_ghoulashi	Respond to of 35685

RR: B-17's were beautiful planes. Especially the B-17G's. The father of Bland's first wife was a gunner in a B-25 and flew his missions over Italy. Great story.

To: RR who wrote (22048)	6/10/2000 3:50:00 PM
From: Dealer	Respond to of 35685

RR, Nothing like a little quality time....looks like ya seen to that in the last 16 years...... Thanks for the story....I remember when it was real natural for most folks to have that pride in the good old USA and our Military. Time sure changes things for the good and for the bad. Got my book in my hand and wanted to rate ya for the day: You is a #10. Yes Sir! A #10. 6 more days. luv, dealer

To: RR who wrote (22048)	6/10/2000 7:52:00 PM
From: pinhi	Respond to of 35685

Great story Rick. I have a 14 year boy and try to instill the same values. We are lucky. <eom> Pinhi

To: RR who wrote (22048)	6/10/2000 8:03:00 PM
From: Voltaire	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 35685

Hi Rick, can't touch the emotion of that one but just wanted you to know that same plane was at the field where I keep my plane about three weeks ago. TO MY MIND - NO GENERATION WILL EVER MATCH OR HAVE TO MATCH THE SACRAFICE OF THAT ONE. MY HEART GOES OUT TO THOSE THAT WERE FORCED TO SPEND THEIR SENIOR TRIP IN NAM ALSO. SALUTE! Volts - thinking of your dad and his proud grandsons.

To: RR who wrote (22048)	6/10/2000 10:21:00 PM
From: lindelgs	Respond to of 35685

Hi Rick - thats a great story - you must a proud papa for sure, sounds like you guys had a day to remember - your choice of words life stories was quite appropriate. Legs

To: RR who wrote (22048)	6/11/2000 12:06:00 AM
From: Morris Catt	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 35685

Great story on your B-17 adventure! Was this B-17 the "Nine-O-Nine" from the Collings foundation? see:http://www.collingsfoundation.org/ They tour the country with the B-17 and a B-24 (The Dragon and His Tail"). Recently took a flight in the B-24. Really was one of life's great experiences. You can fly for about 40 minutes in either of the Collings planes for $350. Worth many times the cost. Their tour schedule is posted on the web site! If you get the chance take your two sons for a flight. They will never forget the experience & thrill of flying in either plane and while flying roaming around the plane, squeezing between two racks of bombs on a narrow catwalk or maning one of the 50 caliber machine guns during flight. Suggestion for Jim Willie: Take your favorite lady up in the B-24 and you will find out later what really unbridled passion is all about! Forget the Beemer! Regards, Mac

To: RR who wrote (22048)	6/11/2000 9:20:00 AM
From: imaluckylady	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 35685

RR,Great story! Tears came to my eyes when you spoke of your 16 year old with his hand on your shoulder. What a wonderful father you are, probably because you had such a great father. So many kids now days do not have a clue of the sacrifices and heroism we have had in the past so that we all could share the freedom and privileges that we have. Just this morning I was reminded in "The Upper Room", that our relationship with God, and opportunity to go to church is a PRIVILEGE, that is sometimes overlooked and undeserved. We are truly blessed in this country, and have men like your father to thank for it. Thank you for sharing your stories with us. I love this country and all people, and feel very fortunate to have "met" you and others on the SI board Luv, Ima

To: RR who wrote (22048)	6/11/2000 6:59:00 PM
From: robjohnson	Respond to of 35685

great tradition rr. reminds me of the tradition i have of thieves , whiskeyrunners, gypsies in my family . contemplating not telling my boys of their exact heritage. oh well,only in America.

To: RR who wrote (22048)	6/11/2000 7:15:00 PM
From: abuelita	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 35685

Very poignant story Rick. Thanks for sharing it. Rose P.S. You deserve a Rickards Red for that one. <ggg>

To: RR who wrote (22048)	6/1/2001 1:47:30 PM
From: Neeka	Read Replies (4) \| Respond to of 35685

. But my boys' actions told me that maybe all those lectures about America, our heritage, their granddad and standing up at parades for our Flag when nobody else does, sunk in after all......... I'm sorry I found this post so late. Never ever stop telling your boys the truth. Never ever stop telling your boys the way it is. Hammer it home everyday. Be it how to behave in public (and private), why they shouldn't smoke and drink and "do" drugs. (hammer that one, hammer it.) Why they should respect women and old people. Why they should be in awe of toddlers. Why they shouldn't steal or lie. Why rainbows are to be observed. That they should and WILL help with the chores. Never ever stop telling your boys that you love them, ever. Hug your boys or give them a pat on the back with an encouraging word to go along with it. They will always remember your touch and try to find adjectives. Give your boys the very best formal education possible. Respect your boys and never ever dis them. Explain to them that it is ok to disagree. Show your boys how to live a decent life by the examples you set. Lend all the support you are capable of lending, always. Lace it with love, compassion and understanding. Teach your boys how to tie knots. Make them a homemade sling shot. Skip stones on still lake tops with your boys. Teach them how to box, fly a kite, change the oil, shoot a gun, defend themselves, pray. Teach them how to bowl. (kids love to bowl). Smooch your wife in front of your boys. Hold her hand too. Clean the dishes once in awhile after you have cooked the meal. MAKE them cook. MAKE them do laundry. MAKE them mow the lawn. Remember they are just boys capable of tasks geared to their age and not capable of doing a mans job yet because they aren't men yet, it's your job to make them men. Their entire future depend on you. You are their mirror. Don't let your boys down. From a wife of 25 years and mother of two boys age 23 and 22. M