Perldog - I used to call myself a curmudgeon (spelling?) in training. But the Battle Axe says that I no longer am in training, I have reached instructor status.

I retired from the Corps in '94 right after the last flair-up. I live close to Camp Pendleton and keep in touch with the younger crowd of Marines. They are still the finest in the world, but then I am biased!!!

If your son ever gets stationed out here, I would be glad to have him over for a dinner. The Battle Axe still likes young Marines. She still teaches a few classes on base. We have several active duty Marines in my Masonic Lodge also.

I really shouldn't have been as harsh as I was, because I surely can't work her sewing machine!

I really didn't know how to say it any other way. I look forward to your next kilt.

By the way I posted several flix of me in some of my kilts, so that you can get an idea of my tastes.