My father would have turned 100 on June 14, (Flag Day.) He enlisted in the Army at 18, was in combat in WW2, Korea and Viet Nam. He was a medic. He received a Battlefield Commission in Korea so retired as an officer at age 38. We never heard horror stories, just the funny ones. He taught us all the Army drinking songs. He was a blast!
Hmmmm…. I wonder if he can part with them when that happens? He’s a runner so doesn’t plan on wearing them again so I really don’t understand the sentimental attachment. Running has been important to him because of teammates, coaches and physical improvement so maybe it’s that connection.
I don’t mind that my son buys expensive running shoes as he’s a pretty low maintenance guy except for that. But he won’t let me toss “retired” shoes. I’m storing several large totes of old running shoes.
Several of this morning’s favorite comics made me laugh out loud or slightly tear up. I loved today’s FBOFW and enjoyed your story just as much. It’s like a little MOTH story in the comment section.
I don’t know if your question was answered about having to leave her college dorm but students all over the country got booted in March and had to go online from their homes for college classes. The local university is now letting students come back for their stuff.
My father would have turned 100 on June 14, (Flag Day.) He enlisted in the Army at 18, was in combat in WW2, Korea and Viet Nam. He was a medic. He received a Battlefield Commission in Korea so retired as an officer at age 38. We never heard horror stories, just the funny ones. He taught us all the Army drinking songs. He was a blast!