Congratulations, Nonic! A well deserved honor for you.
Having gone through many of the same experiences including the military (although never seeing combat) during the approximate same timeframe, I understand your rationale completely.
I haven't physically gone "home" in quite a while. Many of my old triggers reside there, so maybe it's a good thing it's only a memory.
Very nicely written! I enjoyed the read.
Nance
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B]2/14/2007
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 168
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 5,040
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $814.80
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 23 [B]Hrs:[/B] 11 [B]Mins:[/B] 16 [B]Seconds:[/B] 41