THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY FEB 19,2014..

THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY FEB 19,2014..
  Every once in while we all need to just sit back and think about things. In this fast paced, stress filled life we live.. We at times,, Don't take the time to smell the roses.. Today I had a wonderful time with my wife, doing things together in beautiful San Diego,,, Driving my Muscle car and also seeing alot of CHIPPERS AND COPS.. MY radar detector was shouting all day long.. hmm. I wonder they are out to get me.. But once it goes off.I slow down.. I cant or want t imagine how many tickets I would of had already.. Probably enough to sell the car.. But so far so good. But The most special part of the day was seeing a shipmate from years ago.. In fact almost 10 years... Yes.. He looked older and heavier and I'm sure I did too. But he said " i looked younger , than years back.. Bad eyes.. haha. I have longer hair on my head and face.. But it was nice recall the japan years.. To this day,, My favorite place is Japan.. why? Because I met so many great people , and we shared a wonderful time in my life. I had great experiences with my son growing up studying karate , and playing youth sports, the friendships I made with the Japanese people were second to none, I mean where can you go in the states and they direct or stop traffic so you can pull out of the gas station safely... In addition those gas stations were the cleanest and best I have ever seen. I was saddened when I had to leave japan.. not because I had to return to sea duty, but the fact I was going to miss the soup ramen places that were second to none.. the COLA.. not the drink.. but the cost of living allowance was wonderful and why I was able to buy a large home , and cars and things.. I recall the many picnics and parties we shared with one another , and of course the drifting of Japanese cars ,, and the wrecks i saw many times.. mostly American service men and women.. But those were fun and memorable times.. I can write a book about all the events I went through. But just look over my many blog stories.. Many are too funny to believe.. Yes,, real life can seem like fantasy and I have had a blessed life living over seas and seeing a land and culture , I would not have ever seen or been a part of.. Its funny , when I was younger i wanted to see the world and having done so.. I realized it wasn't so much seeing the lands and sights,, and such,, But just seeing how people live and interact.. In japan.. they are classy people an I was treated with so much respect an love...and the memories , tears and moments I shared with many of my shipmates and co workers,, is awesome and truly a treasure I will never forget. I know I may never visit japan again,, or maybe I will, But the many moments I shared will always be on of the highlights I will cherish in my long and cherished Navy Career, Its funny 20 years goes by so fast.. well not when you were standing long watches in cold snowy weather , or those long cold foggy nights in the middle of now where.. At times.. just being outside of San Diego harbor, seemed like you were in the middle of now where.. Come to think of it. How I endured those sleepless , lonely nights and days,,, away from family.. Only makes me cherish the times I have with them now.. I know the time most at sea, Is just that lost time..But right now , right here is the best time of my life and I'm glad.. I have the family , friends and fans to share the journey we are all going through.. Because its not the destination that's so important , but the journey the process, the living and learning and experiencing things you never thought possible.. Life is meant to be lived and for those that are doing that I salute you,, Because the older we get , it seems there is never enough time to do anything.. But we all need to take a deep breath , once in a while and smell the roses, or say hi to a good friend..and just he happy. Because we  all know based on life experiences,, nothing last forever and the fun moments we have , we need to cherish.. Because life is lot like sports teams.. so unpredictable and stressful to watch.. In other words.. Enjoy the moments in your life and share your happiness, because today is the best time of your life.  Live the moment and don't take things for granted.. The grass is not always greener in other places.. Sometimes.. Happiness is right where to sit or stand.. Be comfortable with oneself and what you want to do.. Life , liberty and the pursuit of happiness,, those are not only great words,, but what all of us should strive for.. Just thoughts to live by and take care until my next blog.. Don't worry be Happy!!
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