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@alamogal635

@usmccam Thank you for your lovely post. Guess the "oh well" attitude is the most healthy way to deal with your situation. I am probably overly optimistic and always have been--I always hold out hope for something that will come along and make things right. Nevertheless, your perspective about sacrifice--with which you are no stranger is a strength you can call on during this time. I am still in awe that I"m writing to a real Marine! My dad was Aiir Force and a Liaison Officer. He didd his bit and like men like you didn't think twice about I--it was his duty for his country at that time. I simply hold the US Marines in total AWE. You guys are great. You stayed with the practice of law during and the after your service. Wow! Your life is impressive. Anyway, thank you for explaining your speech activation device and how works in comparison to SIRI and Alexa. I'm not very computer savvy, but I get what you are saying about the one word at a time way of doing and the ability to go back to previous things you've written. I. Still finishing up with doctor checks here in San Antonio and so far so good. Then it will be wait until the next CT scan with enhancement. That will be in about 6 months. We go on from there. Can't believe it is the later part of April already. Hope you are doing well for your situation and it was great hearing from you. Cyber hugs from me to you. You remain in my thoughts and prayers.

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@alamogal635

Thank you for your praise and kindness. However, I am exactly like every person who has earned the right to be called Marine. I was no better or worse. The only difference was actually situational. In my 28 year career, I went from taking orders as a Private to giving orders as a Colonel. Regardless of rank, however, I always conducted my self as a Marine even in civilian life after discharge. The old adage "Once a Marine -- Always a Marine" is very true and I thank you for your respect. That being said, I am part of a large Brotherhood and nothing special as an individual. The true heroes are those who never made it home. I fought to survive in several conflicts and, presently, I am still fighting to survive. The battle may be different now but survival is the key for this Marine. So glad to hear that your checks have been good and I hope that you will continue to stay that way. This year is flying by so fast. Summer is almost here. If things go my way, maybe I can get them to wheel me out to the solarium so I can enjoy a little bit of it. We will see. Please take care. hugs and prayers to you as well.