Hey everybody! While I've been trying hard to keep up with sending a reply to all who e-mail me, the overwhelming response has made it to where there's no way I can get to everyone and still write blogs! That beings said, a few things:
1. Thanks you EVERYONE who has written!!!!
2. Please continue to write, as I PROMISE I am reading every single e-mail I get, even though I can't reply to them all. A few may get replies but I just can't manage that for everyone when typing with just one hand....
3. If you are writing with an offer of a place to stay I am keeping all of those, and you may get a reply as I get closer! I'm going to start trying to give a day's notice as to where I'll be so check in and see!
Thanks again everyone! You all are starting to make me think I really know how to write! I'm going to have to mail this to my old english teachers and say "ha ha!" To which they can reply with all my mistakes and a "ha ha!" of their own....
Duhhh i forgot to list tomorrow's attempted destination! Somewhere between Syracuse and Buffalo! Happy Trails...
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The story of a wounded combat Veteran turned medical student's road trip around the country to see the land he dedicated eleven and half years of his life to and meet his fellow Americans.
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Daniel McConnell
P.O. Box 595
Mountain Home, TN 37684
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Mountain Home, TN 37684
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About Me
- Daniel
- I'm a 30 y.o now 2nd year medical student at Quillen College of Medicine. I retired from the Army as a Captain after losing my arm in a little "incident" in Afghanistan.
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- Out of the ashes....
- Has anyone seen a coyote with an anvil? He just r...
- Leaaaaaaaaaaaavin' Las Vegas!
- The Nickel Ride...
- Vegas baby yeah!
- The brakes on the Bean may be bad, but I could sti...
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- Deep lakes and big trees...
- The much requested Nu-skin story...
- Portland, Oregon
- Beware the black helicopters!!
- Global Warming my arse!
- Glaciers abound!
- Are we there yet?
- Founding Father's Day
- You sir, in the hockey mask and machete, could you...
- The People....
- 'burban and beer!
- Housekeeping...
- Daniel, the early years...
- 'Cuz I'm free!!! Free falling.... Yeah I'm freeee...
- We march on Niagara at dawn, ready the troops.
- Canada huh? Almost made it....
- Bar Harbor! Now where's those crazy "Most Dangerou...
- A Huge Thanks!
- Opinions and derierres have much in common...
- Tomorrow, Bar Harbor!
- Go North, young man!
- The Bean pulled through!
- The Pinto Bean has a heart attack!
- I walked with family and friends today
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My history....
Some people have e-mailed wanting to know my military history, so here's the cliff notes!
Entered the Army in 1995 as an Infantry private. Did my basic/AIT at Ft. Benning, GA before going to Fort Hood. At Hood I was in 2/7 Cav (Garryowen) of the First Cavalry Division. I then did a year in Korea with 1-9 Infantry (Manchu) as part of the 2nd Infantry Division. From there i transitioned to the TN Guard as a medic, completing another AIT as Fort Sam Houston as a 91W (Medic) in 2000. I then went to Officer Candidate School in 2001/2 (Class 45) and comissioned as a 2LT in August of 2002. Flight school followed in 2003 (class 3-18) and I got my wings on April 28th 2004. After Apache school I served as a platoon leater with R Trp 4/278th Cav (Rogues) until April 28th 2006 when I broke my wings. I finally medically retired February 22 2007 at Fort Sam Houston and subsequently began medical school at Quillen College of Medicine in July of 2007. Now i'm coming to a town near you!
Entered the Army in 1995 as an Infantry private. Did my basic/AIT at Ft. Benning, GA before going to Fort Hood. At Hood I was in 2/7 Cav (Garryowen) of the First Cavalry Division. I then did a year in Korea with 1-9 Infantry (Manchu) as part of the 2nd Infantry Division. From there i transitioned to the TN Guard as a medic, completing another AIT as Fort Sam Houston as a 91W (Medic) in 2000. I then went to Officer Candidate School in 2001/2 (Class 45) and comissioned as a 2LT in August of 2002. Flight school followed in 2003 (class 3-18) and I got my wings on April 28th 2004. After Apache school I served as a platoon leater with R Trp 4/278th Cav (Rogues) until April 28th 2006 when I broke my wings. I finally medically retired February 22 2007 at Fort Sam Houston and subsequently began medical school at Quillen College of Medicine in July of 2007. Now i'm coming to a town near you!
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List of links to stories about me and my trip!
JOHNSON CITY PRESS
A link to the article about this trip:
http://www.johnsoncitypress.com/Detail.php?Cat=HOMEPAGE&ID=63143
A link to the blog for the JCP blog "Finding America":
http://www.johnsoncitypress.com/FindingAmerica/index.php
http://www.johnsoncitypress.com/Detail.php?Cat=HOMEPAGE&ID=63143
A link to the blog for the JCP blog "Finding America":
http://www.johnsoncitypress.com/FindingAmerica/index.php
6 comments:
Daniel,
I just read about you on B5, WOW! I wish you and Rockstar only the best on your journey. It will make a great book. I am an Air Force HH60 driver(CSAR), so I am in your corner. You and Rocky have a place to stay if you pass through Vegas(this is a no shit offer). I just want to put your mind at ease your dog is NOT retarded, he is just a Boxer. As the owner of two, they all act that way. Enjoy the road and Be safe ! i will be trying to add you on myspace, I'd like to keep in touch
Yogi
You are a really good writer, spoken from someone with a degree in journalism! lol
Daniel - just came over here from Blackfive and read every one of your posts! I am absolutely hooked. I would read a book of yours any day. You really do write quite well, and I love your sense of humor. Sorry about finding a pup who rides on the short bus - I have a little terrier who has those moments, too - but I wouldn't give him up for the world! Thank you so much for your service and I hope you have a great trip - come all the way out to California and we'll help you out with food and lodging.
Daniel,
I discovered your site when it was mentioned by Mjr Chuck Z on tcoverride.blogspot.com otherwise known as From my position...On my way. I have read everything that you have on your site and am very greatful to MjrC that he recommended you site. I must tell you that you're a VERY good writer and don't let anyone tell you different. Your way with words grabs the reader's intrest and holds it to the very end of the story. I for one will be checking on your site daily for new posting and enjoying your travels around this Country.
I also must say Thank You for you Service to this Country and her People. I wish you the best in all of your endevors including the future book about this journey. I will be looking forward to purchasing a copy for all the stories that were not on the web-site.
May the 'Bean' carry you and the "RTD" saftely through this adventure.
Miss Em
Hi Daniel,
I live around the corner from you in the house on Newbern Dr.- the one with the 60 pound puppy who sits in the front bay window like a cat but barks at everything going by as well as some stationary objects that he suddenly notices. We have met Rocky on the occasions when I can get my chicken dog to actually walk more than 3 houses away from home. I saw your article in the paper and have just finally gotten around to finding your blog and catching up with you. Sounds like you are having quite an adventure and I've really enjoyed reading your great stories. You are now traveling in my original neck of the woods in central and western NY. Wish I had known sooner as I might have been able to hook you up with a place to stay. If you get stuck let me know and I might still be able to work something out for you. Check out the lakes while you are there- they are beautiful. We'll keep up with you. Travel safe.
Kim
You are an excellent writer! And anyway, what are editors for? haha
G
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