Obie,
God has truly gifted you in so many ways, not the least of which is your verbal dexterity and bringing you back from there safely. I cannot image how dull grey we would be here without the color you add with your writings.
I know many Vietnam vets that cannot talk about their time there because it is so painful. I thank you for sharing and your generous contribution to this wonderful country and this wonderful site.
Alembic