We look at yearbooks, laugh at how we were, get up to date on those that have passed away, or are sick, and we make our spouses envious of the times we had. I have always kept in contact with Kwaj friends through e-mail, snail mail and phone calls. Many former residents do. I'm not hiding from the world. My world includes my memories of Kwaj.
Nothing can take that away.
I am better for it. I did a career in the Navy after Kwaj. I traveled around the world three times. I have been to many lands that most Americans only see on the news, and have met many people. Kwaj still brings the best memories.