tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post352514488187943111..comments2020-12-11T21:43:36.031-05:00Comments on Daniel's Big Trip: The Follow-Up!Danielhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10612208111259259256noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post-6575748898342327362008-07-24T14:02:00.000-04:002008-07-24T14:02:00.000-04:00I think an email list is a great idea. That way I...I think an email list is a great idea. That way I won't keep checking everyday and find no new posts. :(Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post-31848773879456370012008-07-23T19:00:00.000-04:002008-07-23T19:00:00.000-04:00I've subscribed to your blog for a short while now...I've subscribed to your blog for a short while now, and I love reading it. Glad to hear you'll still be writing updates even though you're home. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post-65923764705529781202008-07-21T23:29:00.000-04:002008-07-21T23:29:00.000-04:00Dear Daniel,I've been reading your blog since I sa...Dear Daniel,<BR/><BR/>I've been reading your blog since I saw a flier in Vermont. I've wanted to write to you for a long time but felt shy.<BR/>I am what some call a bleeding heart liberal so as you can guess I didn't agree with many of your posts of the political sort but you know what? This is your blog and it is not my, or anyone else's place to call you out on your beliefs.<BR/>I very much enjoyed reading about your travels and all the people you met and the places you visited and your stories about Rockstar. You are very articulate and I love your self-deprecating sense of humor.<BR/><BR/>While I do not agree with our reasons for being in Iraq and Afghanistan I <I>do</I> honor those who have served. <BR/>Something that I'm very thankful for is while there are many who like me do not agree with our being in Iraq or Afghanistan, and while I know there are people protesting the war, I do believe our returning soldiers are being treated better than the returning Vietnam Vets were. (I could be wrong, I pray I'm not)<BR/><BR/>Whether I agree or not is not important though. You and all those serving deserve honor, respect and thanks.<BR/><BR/>I'm glad you got home safely but I'm also sad to see the end of your travels.<BR/><BR/>I have a suggestion. Maybe you could compile some sort of email list of those who are interested in getting updates to your blog, or at least an update when you start your Alaska trip.<BR/><BR/>Oh! One more thing! Danial, you are <I>very</I> attractive! Oooohhhh yeah! You make some lucky girl very happy is my guess. ::winky::Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01411747264374973169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post-7212045447899975832008-07-21T19:53:00.000-04:002008-07-21T19:53:00.000-04:00Daniel,Silly, your were using the wrong tool to di...Daniel,<BR/><BR/>Silly, your were using the wrong tool to dig all those holes. Try RockStar next time. I'm sure that he would be more than glad to dig those holes even where you really don't want them. {snicker, snicker,}<BR/><BR/>As far as people e-mailing you with their 'ultra do as I say attitude' well you can only graciously say I'll think about it knowing that it won't change your outlook on life.<BR/>Let me say that if you change that outlook then it will be because you have improved it for yourself and NO one else. Just like when you decided that you needed to be in better shape before and after you were injured - IT WAS FOR YOU that is why your outlook changed with a lot of hard work and scarifice.<BR/><BR/>FAT IS FAT. There, I said it and I have the right to say it because my backside is not what it should be and it's is Mostly my fault. <BR/><BR/>To many sweets <BR/>not enough of getting on my feet and move that large backside<BR/>down the street <BR/>at a very quick pace. <BR/><BR/>If that hurts any who read my comment then they can do what 'thebronze' said, "Fuck em" <BR/><BR/>obtw Welcome Home. Glad you got the Bean back without to many stops at the repair shop. <BR/>And be sure to turn the sprinkler on for the Rockster to play with once in awhile. AaaaHHHHH! Maybe not because you may have to go buy a new hose.Miss Emhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14441825597709556390noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post-12648176878457016922008-07-20T18:43:00.000-04:002008-07-20T18:43:00.000-04:00Also forgot to tell you, his picture for this post...Also forgot to tell you, his picture for this post was so cute. See, if he would do anything bad and then turn that look on you -- awwww. <BR/><BR/>KathAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post-55192065872050903132008-07-20T15:29:00.000-04:002008-07-20T15:29:00.000-04:00Glad you home safe. Good luck in Alaska. I want to...Glad you home safe. <BR/><BR/>Good luck in Alaska. I want to see pictures :-)<BR/><BR/>Do you know how many miles you did in total ? <BR/><BR/>Cheers<BR/><BR/>Malc, EnglandAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post-46778911410241049222008-07-20T07:01:00.000-04:002008-07-20T07:01:00.000-04:00Am glad that you got to see that many people do ca...Am glad that you got to see that many people do care and do want to help. Yes, it is hard sometimes because I begin to feel does it make a difference, does it matter? <BR/>And then you'll get that quick thank you and it DOES matter. So that's enough for me to keep on. <BR/><BR/>Glad you're back, know you're incredibly busy, but keep in touch, keep us updated. Plus, don't you think Rock needs the attention??<BR/><BR/>Have fun in Alaska.<BR/><BR/>KathAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post-30012705483238987502008-07-20T03:31:00.000-04:002008-07-20T03:31:00.000-04:00Daniel,Glad to hear you made it back home with all...Daniel,<BR/><BR/>Glad to hear you made it back home with all the pieces you started with.<BR/><BR/>I enjoyed hearing your comments about what you found out during your travels.<BR/><BR/>Like you said, you can't make everyone happy. And for those you didn't...<BR/><BR/>F*ck 'em!TheBronzehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06636056122240966943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post-15667805593943769022008-07-20T00:50:00.000-04:002008-07-20T00:50:00.000-04:00I'm glad you and Rocky made it home safely. I, for...I'm glad you and Rocky made it home safely. I, for one, thoroughly enjoyed your outlook on your experiences as you traveled as well as your opinions on various subjects. I enjoyed your stories, too. Best wishes and many blessings!<BR/>Calleecalistahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13413573002323338625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post-31679061370393647582008-07-19T22:29:00.000-04:002008-07-19T22:29:00.000-04:00well, i think it would've made a great book!well, i think it would've made a great book!anitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00967985077228011251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post-24049962831370607482008-07-19T22:20:00.000-04:002008-07-19T22:20:00.000-04:00Glad to hear you're back home safe. Rocky's glee ...Glad to hear you're back home safe. Rocky's glee at being in his own yard is great too. The only advice I can suggest at using a shovel one-handed might give you bad flashbacks to Basic, if you had done that in the 60's, using an old M-1965 folding shovel. I tend to use mine like a pickaxe, for digging shallow-ish holes. <BR/><BR/>Sounds like your observations about peoples' natures, good and bad, are spot on. Certainly the "if it bleeds it leads" style of news reporting is nearly everywhere, but I did find one small town in West-Central Texas called Brownwood, that had a "good news on the front page" <A HREF="http://www.brownwoodbulletin.com/" REL="nofollow">paper</A> that was a warm-hearted read while I was there just outside of town for my State Guard annual training.<BR/><BR/>Again, glad you and Rocky made it home.Mattexianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09364636677279037964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post-46841986755824753772008-07-19T21:26:00.000-04:002008-07-19T21:26:00.000-04:00Try contacting http://www.richardvigilantebooks.co...Try contacting http://www.richardvigilantebooks.com<BR/>/unknown-authors.php<BR/>I sent them a short email re your trip/blog/book idea.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198289953981711830.post-63146219585983390502008-07-19T20:35:00.000-04:002008-07-19T20:35:00.000-04:00We're all glad you made it safely back home. Ther...We're all glad you made it safely back home. There are a lot of us who want to help in as many ways we can. Some of us do it via a warm meal and a place to sleep, others with a little money to help through, some simply a prayer and kind words. <BR/><BR/>Everyone has their niche in life. Sometimes it takes us a while to find it. Some of us have to search for it and for others it comes naturally. I found mine a couple of years ago and mine focuses on military/vets/families of those, it's my niche. I get accused of turning my back on "my neighbors." It is then I have to remind people where these folks come from; they are our husbands, brothers, sisters, neighbors, doctors, tellers at the bank and the waiters from our favorite restaurants. My "extended family" spans the globe while my immediate family, for the most part, falls within a four-hour radius of me. Our job as family is to help those who need it. If everyone did the same thing, someone would be left out. It's what makes us what and who we are. It helps us to make sure everyone gets that little bit of something they need.<BR/><BR/>You are a Hero, whether you consider yourself one or not. Those of us who are part of the military community in some shape, form or fashion, appreciate your sacrifices and admire your tenacity and strength. For those who are not part of the military community, I'm sure you've gained some admiration from them and they, too, appreciate you. <BR/><BR/>You have touched on a lot of subjects and have shown some of us parts of the country we never would have otherwise seen. I've enjoyed your stories and have smiled with you. My mom has shed a tear or two reading your words and the meanings behind them.<BR/><BR/>I think you'll do fine as a doctor or something else if you decide to walk another path. I'm honored to have had the opportunity to follow your journey. I'm proud to call you a member of our family. I'm proud to support your brothers and sisters in arms who are still fighting the fight. I'm blessed to have had my life touched in so many ways and consider myself truly blessed to live in our country. Despite the fact we're a divided nation on so many things, at the end of the day we are all the same. Some of us apply ourselves differently and, while it makes us no better than our neighbor, we deserve to relish in our successes and learn from our mistakes. One of our greatest gifts is the ability to make choices. Sometimes I think people forget that. I am reminded of it every DOD report I get of a hero lost. I'm reminded of it when I smoothe my husbands ACUs before I send him off for training (we're a National Guard family). I was reminded of it when I crossed off items on his check list before I sent him off for his first deployment. I'm reminded again as we begin to gather items for his next one. <BR/><BR/>I'm humbled by all that I have been given; the good and the bad. I enjoy my successes and I learn from my mistakes, but I apologize to no one for choosing the paths I've chosen. <BR/><BR/>Thank you for your service to our country. Thank you for letting us follow your journey. I wish you had passed through our part of NC, but I know those west of us enjoyed you. <BR/><BR/>Be safe in your travels and your journeys. Keep your wits about you as you begin this next chapter of your life. I'm confident you will succeed in whatever you do.<BR/><BR/>Our best to you, always.<BR/><BR/>The L FamilyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com