Twelve years, served honorably...
I spent 12 years on submarines in the US Navy. I got out in 1995, how the time flies!
By the way, the flag in the background flew on the US Capitol building! It was presented to me by Congressman Joel Hefley, at the request of my wife and best friend.
This won a POTD at www.bestfoto.com on 1-26-05! Happy Birthday Mom!
It also won a POTD at www.digitalphotocontest.com on February 3, 2005!