What I miss about the Army

Sitting on the couch with my daughter as I spit shined my boots.

The sound of “TAPS” playing at night when we lived on post.

Starching/ironing my BDU’s...a reg nono..but did it any way.

Snapping to attention when a brand new 2Lt walked, knowing he’s grinning inside.

Being part of something that’s hard to explain to civilians.

Using Acronyms for every thing.

The ability to tell some one to go to hell with a simple look.

Having a former trainee come up to you and say “Thanks”.

Looking around my den, a history of tears, laughs, pride and some disappointments, a soldiers life.

Seeing a brand new West Point 2LT tapping her desk with her ring.

Having a trainee introduce me to their parents.

Pulling CQ on a Thurs. and getting a 3 day weekend.

Sending a new soldier to supply for a box of grid squares.