So what if some Navy guys and gals are porkers ...

[Vern Humphrey]

Presumably, by your remark you're not a member of the old fart club.
Not to worry though, for you too will get old (hopefully). Doesn't take long.

I remember as an Adviser to the 48th ARVN Regiment I carried about a hundred pounds of gear in the field -- including my own PRC - 25 radio and spare batteries.

[Sandpebble]

I remember as an Adviser to the 48th ARVN Regiment I carried about a hundred pounds of gear in the field -- including my own PRC - 25 radio and spare batteries.

I'd comment Vern .... but you are on my ignore list

[J.B. Books]

I'd comment Vern .... but you are on my ignore list

If he is on your ignore list why are you commenting on him?
JB

[blackhawknj]

The standard excuses for fatsos in the military:
1. Glandular disorder
2. Runs in the family
3. Can't exercise due to an injury
4. Too much starchy food in the mess hall