I finally made Second Class, and put it on 18 December, 1997. This made my decision as to whether to stay in or get out of the Navy a little more difficult!
I finally decided to get out. Although I love the Navy and would have liked a career, the separation from the kids was just too much.
I haven't completely severed my ties with the Navy though. I joined a Naval Reserve unit here in town where I'm training to be a heavy equipment operator.

I've got a couple of fantastic pictures of the Abraham Lincoln I invite you to see. To view them, click on the bars below.