I laughed and shook the Gunny's hand. I got a lump in my throat as I walked away from him realizing that I would never see him again. I never have. He has been on Sea Duty for the past two years. If he needs a hand, someone please show him what it is to be in the field.
Lets help the new guy out.
I smiled and took my time over the next few months dispelling myths. My 300 pft was the first clue that they had a real grunt on their hands. My first hump was 30 miles. I had to carry hump drop's gear from my squad. My men loved me and respected me.