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USMC......retired? #6544780
05/27/19 10:02 AM
05/27/19 10:02 AM
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Montana
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Bunch of good people on here, figured I’d share.

Though I don’t actually retire until 1 September, I had my retirement ceremony on Thursday the 23rd. I turned it over to the next Marine and it feels good so far. After 25 years I’m a little freaked out if the next Marine is doing my job right and if my 170 Marines are being treated right. I know the answer is yes but I still worry. Anyway, the ceremony was fantastic - exactly how I thought it would be. That makes me happy. I was worried it wouldn’t match up. I really didn’t give a traditional speech...I think all to often people get stuck in talking about themselves and their accomplishments. I really wanted it to be one last thank you tour. I got to thank everyone - one last praise in public. I even mentioned my mother in law. Lol. Said I couldn’t wait to have the covers stolen by my wife again each night...my way of saying I’m missing my wife. Lots of deployments over the last 15 years.

Dean Brody has a song called “Brothers.” It’s a must listen for all. We played it during my flag ceremony. There’s a line in there that says “sometimes freedom makes it hard to live....it takes things from you that you don’t want to give.” While that’s somewhat true, I’ve never had a moment where I felt like I had been shorted. I feel like the last 25 years was a blessing. A few bumps and bruises along the way in and out of combat and lost some friends. I still call the families each Memorial Day...it’s that sad day today.

But, now I’m just rambling. I’m headed to Montana in a week. I wanted to finish my thank you tour by saying thank you to all of you. Many of you are close friends. Others I’ve never met before but would call you friend in a heartbeat. One thing most all of you have in common is that you’re patriots. You’re great Americans. Thank you.


The deadliest weapon in the world is a Marine and his rifle.

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Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544781
05/27/19 10:07 AM
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Congratulations John. None more deserving than you sir. I can imagine how hard it is for you but the next chapter of your life is filled with many rewards! Family time and time to enjoy the outdoors more.
Rick

Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544782
05/27/19 10:08 AM
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Enjoy your retirement John.
Maybe our paths will cross someday.


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Re: USMC......retired? [Re: The Beav] #6544783
05/27/19 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by The Beav
Enjoy your retirement John.
Maybe our paths will cross someday.
Semper Fi, Gary. I hope so.


The deadliest weapon in the world is a Marine and his rifle.

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Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544787
05/27/19 10:13 AM
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A great day just adding onto your great life .

All the best to you, John, and welcome back to Montana !

Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544791
05/27/19 10:16 AM
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Time for new things! Congratulations, and thank you!

Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544793
05/27/19 10:17 AM
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[Linked Image]
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The deadliest weapon in the world is a Marine and his rifle.

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Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544794
05/27/19 10:19 AM
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The food afterward was outrageous. Lol.


The deadliest weapon in the world is a Marine and his rifle.

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Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544795
05/27/19 10:19 AM
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THANK YOU for your service and congratulations on your retirement .

Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544796
05/27/19 10:20 AM
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Three of my brothers were Marines. One of them was a Huey door gunner in Viet Nam in 67/68 and he still flies a U.S.M.C. flag in his yard to this day. You can't get the Marine out of the man.

Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544798
05/27/19 10:21 AM
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Originally Posted by USMC47
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That is a fantastic picture!

Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544800
05/27/19 10:22 AM
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Congratulations!


"All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing."
-Edmund Burke
"We are fast approaching... rule by brute force."
-Ayn Rand
Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544801
05/27/19 10:23 AM
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What a great post. You've sacrificed more than most of us ever will. Enjoy your retirement.

Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544802
05/27/19 10:24 AM
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47....Glad your on our side....Enjoy Retirement !


It is better to die on your feet than to live on your knees.
Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544803
05/27/19 10:25 AM
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Congrads John !


"Those who hammer their guns into plowshares will plow for those who do not."
Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544807
05/27/19 10:32 AM
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Congratulations young man! Welcome to the ranks of the retired military. It's quite a transition, but you'll do well.



Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544816
05/27/19 10:37 AM
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THANK YOU for your service and congratulations on your retirement .

now get your trapping gear squared away and ready for season


John 3/16

ifin your gonna be dumb ya gotta be tough
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Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544820
05/27/19 10:45 AM
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You’re gonna love it !
Congrats, Warrant.

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Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544823
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Congratulations. Enjoy your retirement. Thank you for your service.


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Re: USMC......retired? [Re: USMC47 🦫] #6544829
05/27/19 10:51 AM
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Congratulations John!!! Great pics. Are you dancing in the last one? Lol. I bet you're ready for the sheets to be stolen

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