Fair Winds and Following Seas...

Hubster and I had the honor of attending the retirement luncheon of a true patriot. Pat served in the U.S. Navy for twenty years, then spent the following twenty years working for The U.S. Department of Navy. Hubster and Pat have sat within eyesight of each other, for twenty years.

Listening to the words of co-workers; revealed the passion Pat has had for his country, his entire adult life. Although he retired from the Navy twenty years ago, the love and respect for his fellow sailor never diminished. He worked diligently to make certain each and every sailor would be safe while at sea. Always a sailor!

A couple weeks ago, Pat and his wife joined us for an Operation Welcome Home event. Both Pat and his wife were obviously touched, by welcoming our troops home. I captured a great photo of Pat and Hubster.

Pat, you will be deeply missed by my Hubster. I will miss hearing the fun stories, which Hubster has shared of your day. No doubt, there will be a lot less laughing on the Navy Yard and one less bright, smiling face. We wish you and Jackie many blessings as you open this new chapter of your lives.

Fair Winds and Following Seas...