[CWOJackson]

Wearing the uniform doesn't automatically entitle anyone to respect. I hate to break this to you, but the enlisted folks saluted you because it was regulation and you were an officer...not because they respected you. And with your attitude I doubt it was often more than a regulation salute.

A lesson you obviously never learned is that respect is earned, it's not an entitlement.

[clamper1797]

Wearing the uniform doesn't automatically entitle anyone to respect. I hate to break this to you, but the enlisted folks saluted you because it was regulation and you were an officer...not because they respected you. And with your attitude I doubt it was often more than a regulation salute.

Actually I was refering the time since I got out and NOT have worn the uniform. If you do NOT have the knowledge or experience of a servicemans respect for another regardless of rank ... my opinion is even more reinforced ....

As far as respect on this thread .. I will submit to you ...SONNY that there is precious little for you.

But that is what you really seeking ... isn't it ... that low opinion of you held by others only confirms the opinion that you have for yourself ... isn't it? Self verification is a powerful urge

I would hate to live in a world filled with anger and self contempt ... such as yours