Misssed Daytona....

....because I was in the nations capital. I had to go and help out with some family business.

Got to see some family I had not seen in a LONG time.

Even learned a little about my family history.
Not a bad trip after all.

David Mann

The Mann captured and inspired the life for many

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Boston 4/15/13

There's not much I can say that has not already been said about the events that started Monday at the close of The Boston Marathon.

I found out about the bombings while at work. Standing in front of the TV, trying to get in touch with friends in Boston only to get no signal, due to the cellphone blackout.

Eventually, everyone checked in and is OK.

Stay safe my friends.

Stay Strong Boston.

Dec 7th

Ed, White and Blue gone but not forgotten!

I deleted my "Ed, White and Blue" Blog this morning.

I have been thinking about this for a long time now.

When I first came up with EW&B, I wanted to express my thoughts

on politics, policies, the world, and AMERICA.

Unfortunately, I was not able to keep up with it.

At times I was overwhelmed with everything going on and

how fucked up things have gotten. I didn't have the time to research the

items I wanted to discuss. So, I posted pictures and videos instead.

Not what I really wanted to do with it.

I have decided to move on and focus on this blog and my new one.

I will always know and believe:

America is the best place to be.

If you want it, work for it.

Nobody owes you anything.

Just because they have it, does not mean you deserve it too.

The successful are not to be hated, they worked hard to get there, learn from them.

Government is NOT the answer, Government IS the problem.

You are guaranteed LIFE, LIBERTY, and THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS,

everything else you must work for.

Taking from those who work for it, then giving it to those who don't is called theft.

You have the right to SAY what you want,

BUT BURNING THE AMERICAN FLAG IS A PHYSICAL ACT.

Do it in front of me and I will do harm to you!

Respect is earned, not given.

A hand up gets you back on your feet, A hand out keeps you on your ass.

Always support our troops!

America, Land of the Free because of the Brave.

Judge out.

Merry Christmas to all.

December 7, 1941

Never forget!

A trend I like.

As a firm believer in our 2nd Amendment Rights,

I really dig seeing these posted.

I will be going out of my way to support businesses

that post this sign.

Posted at Computer Wizards in Nashville, TN.

Not sure where this one is at.

Send me any and all businesses that post this sign.

Don't for get the picture to go along with it.

WW II VET SPEAKS.

I got an invite to go hear a WWII speak last night at the local Lions Club meeting.

He was attached to the Jolly Rogers Squadron in the Pacific Theater.

He went over some history of WWII, how he enlisted, were he was stationed,

war stories, and more.

Jolly Rogers insignia on the tail.

There aren't many WWII vets around these days. If you get the chance to talk to one,

I suggest you do. The stories are great and need to be passed down to the younger generation.

"Thanks" goes out to the Lion's Club in Concord, Lynn and Mike for the invite

and to the Turret Gunner Bob Aldous for your service and stories.

Myrtle Beach Gun Shop and Museum.

Knowing that I am a nut about old firearms, Rusty told me about a Gun shop that has a Civil War Museum/Collection.

Pin fire, percussion, and a few old flint locks.

Carbines.

North Uniforms.

South Uniforms.

Recovered tools from a Confederate ship yard.

Galley stove from a scuttled Confederate ship.

It's a small private collection, but worth the $4 entry fee.

The Shop has a nice collection of WW2 fire arms on display.

If your in the Myrtle Beach area check it out.

A soldier comes home.

Presentation in Honor of Donnie Shue

Donnie Shue, who grew up in Concord, was a soldier who went missing in action in Vietnam. Shue's remains were recently located in Laos after missing since 1969. His remains were flown from Laos to Pearl Harbor then to Charlotte. On April 30th starting at the Charlotte airport his remains were escorted by the Patriot Guard, Vietnam Vets MC, and many other clubs and riders to Concord. There was a small ceremony in Concord, then they proceeded to escort the remains to the funeral home in Kannapolis.
There was an estimated 1,000 riders in the procession. The local Lions club put Flags out along the route. When the bikes started rolling down Union St. were I was located it was deafening. Locals wandered out to the street holding American flags, some placed their hands over there hearts, some saluted, a few had tears in their eyes. The Red Cross did a great job handing out water bottles to the riders.

When the line of bikes came to a stop. I went and offered the use of my apartment bathroom to those that needed it.

Those who did not go to the ceramony followed me to my apartment.

Long John with his Blue bagger. He sold Old Blue the next week.

What started out as 5 friends turned into about 30 people. The line for the bathroom went out my

front door and down the hall. They drank all my soda, beer, and a bunch of water.

After the bladders were empty, beverages consumed, hugs and Thank yous were exchanged,

it was time to roll on to the funeral home.

John, Jammer, Rick, Jeff, Bill, Jackie, and many others from the Mt. Holly/Gastonia crew were there.

Small town America shows how a fallen solider should be brought home.

Welcome Home and Rest in Peace Donnie Shue

Memorial Day. Don't forget what it is about.

Have a good one. Take time to remember those who have given us the freedom we enjoy.



VJ Day, Honolulu Hawaii, August 14, 1945 from Richard Sullivan on Vimeo.

Got em!

One question?

Who's next?

December 7th.