Posted by hog80ci on August 31, 2003, at 23:51:12
In reply to Jim, posted by lil' jimi on August 31, 2003, at 21:43:06
Hey Jim
No kidding! 30 yrs at UT?? Congrats...that's quite an accomplishment. I was stationed at Bergstrom back in the 80s. I loved Austin. One of my favorite places ever.
I'm excited and have a good amount of fear at the same time. The AF has been good to me and it's been an honor to serve. I've seen a lot of changes in the world and even been a part of some of them. I've met some incredible people.
On the other hand, I was married and divorced twice, missed a good part of my kid's lives and I've launched out airplanes that didn't come back. I've learned not to get too close to anyone because they always go away.
When the serzone burned out and another round of depression set in, a lot of what I was feeling came out sideways...I was angry and acted out from that space. Words are awfully powerful and I said some things I regret now. Anyway...enough complaining. It's been my life and I will miss it but I think new doors will open.
Thanks for your support. I guess we'll be going through this retirement thing together, eh? Take care my friend.
Jim
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