Thanks for taking the time to respond to this post. I still think of Joe often, and our time together. Even though I recorded our conversation, I still can’t capture it all in my writing. Precious times in life that are way beyond putting a price tag on. I may put out another post about Joe – not sure yet, as it was difficult to hear of the trauma that he carried with him all these years later from his service to his country. It seems we never know what someone might be carrying around inside them, especially veterans, first responders, etc. I just know I am very grateful for them, and all the things I’ve been shielded from in life, in part because of them.

Thanks again – T