We are coming upon the 14th anniversary of the explosion of the USS Iowa. Let us remember the good men and women who were killed in the line of duty when turret 2 exploded. My heart goes out to their survivors and to the ones left behind.
http://www.ussiowa.org/turret2/turret2_memorial.htm
David, my brother,
Out of respect to you, I will not give your forum alias but I did want to speak with you. Although it's been 14 years since that fateful day, I don't know if you have ever allowed me to tell you how very grateful I am that you survived. I know that this time of year brings you much sadness. I know that you still miss your buddies. Even though you refuse to speak about the horrors of that day, I hope that you will be able to find the solace that you so desperately need. Just please know that there are many of us who remember. I love you.
Robyn
The Navy HymnEternal Father, Strong to save,
Whose arm hath bound the restless wave,
Who bid'st the mighty Ocean deep
Its own appointed limits keep;
O hear us when we cry to thee,
for those in peril on the sea.