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Fred Thomas
Wow, cutting that pipe was hard even with my trusty diamond saw. So, I'll rest up before I swim down and put the cap on. Meanwhile, another war story comes to mind.
When my kids started being born, it was an awe inspiring experience and for the first time in my life, up to that point I realized that I had to start living more responsibly. Since all three of our children were born overseas while I was in the Army, we didn't have an extended family around to help us. So raising them took all of our time and I can't even imagine how a single parent can do it all.
I remember feeding, changing diapers, giving baths, washing clothes, dressing and waking up in the middle of the night to comfort a crying baby. My wife and I were both busy all the time. As a result of all that "work" I soon became bonded with my kids in much the same way as a mother is with a child. Once bonded I have been involved with my kids ever since. I taught them how to walk, ride bikes and swim. I went to their open houses, sports events, and extra curricilars. I dropped them off at college, made sure they had enough money for school, a car for transportation and I checked their grades. It was the saddest day of my life when the last one moved out and I realized that they didn't need me to watch over them anymore. I sure that many of you went through the same thing with your children, but it all was an amazing epithany for me.
Now since I have moved close to my three grandchildren, I have bonded with them and I can start over. My oldest grandson will be in middle school next year. It all happens so fast that it is hard to hang on but the ride is wonderful
Now, I'm putting on the mask and flippers and I am getting ready to put that cap on the oil leak. Wish me luck.
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