68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub meets fellow Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club Vet Jim Robinson

68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

Well I finally had the chance to meet and some time with Jim Robinson
And meet Shelia and their son Chris.
We met Wed about 11:30 PM PST in Bandon and had lunch.
We then went to Charleston (about 40 minutes one way) to the Coast Guard base.
This is the base that I have been going to for almost 3 years as a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
The base CO came outside and Welcomed Jim, Shelia and Chris.
When I mentioned Jim was the founder of the largest conservative site on the internet
he told me to make sure I sent him the url.
(E-mailed it to him today)
I then gave Jim, Shelia and Chris the base tour.
Showed them what I do on Thur and where I do it.
Showed them the radio room where I used t stand watches.
All the admin offices, mess deck, rec room etc.
Then the engineering building then the haul out bldg.
Down to the boat house itself.
Fireman Harper gave them a detailed description of the boats and specs.
Then, just as we were leaving a Search and Rescue case came in and the 47' boat
was underway in mere minutes.
By the time we drove up to the watch tower we watched the 47' cross the bar.
We met again in the evening about 7:30 PM PST and ate dinner by the jetty.
It was a great dinner.

My personal observations of Jim Robinson : A real down to earth guy.
We do share a lot in common since we are both tin can sailors.
Our experiences in Vietnam are similar also.
Jim did 2 tours there, I did one.
It was like talking to an old shipmate of mine.
Shelia is one of the funniest people I have met in a long time.
As she put it
"Tell everyone that I've been married to Jim for 34 years
and he puts his pants on like anybody else."
Chris was a bit quiet but very friendly and sincere.

All in all we all had a mutual good time.
Jim, Shelia and Chris all enjoyed the tour.
All 3 felt honored since the CO took time out his day to come out and greet them.
Me, I felt is was and honor and privilege to meet Jim, Shelia and Chris.

Pictures will be posted some time between now and Wed.
I tried to get photos today but no luck at WalMart, one hour service was down.
Jim has a digital camera BUT can't upload till he gets home next week.
I WILL ping you again when I get pics.

Pics of the Coast Guard base that Jim toured.

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

Jim's turned out much better!

[Jim Robinson]

Thank you! Really enjoyed our time in Oregon!

[Chieftain]

Great photos from both of you! I wish I could have snuck across the country and joined you. Two Navy vets who love their country and work to strengthen it everyday makes this Marine feel he's in GREAT company!

Bravo Zulu and Semper Fidelis!

[The Mayor]

BTTT!

[7.62 x 51mm]

Bravo, JimRob & TGYC!

[Libloather]

Woah...

SALUTE TO YOU BOTH!

[fatima]

Tonk, Jim, and Sheila,so nice.

[SheLion]

Thanks for the wonderful pictures you guys! Just wonderful!!!

[BykrBayb]

Nice pics. It warms the cockles of my heart!

[Darksheare]

LOL!
I can't take a good pic to save my life...

[mylife]

Cool Tonk!

[mylife]

Thanks for sharing Jim

[herewego]

Great post Tonk- made my day as I know it did yours!
Thanks for all you do..

[MeekOneGOP]

Thanks. If more pics, I'd like to see. :^)

[AmericanMade1776]

I am glad I am on your side ....you guys are great...:-)

[tomkow6]

Did Tonk ask you if you wanta buy a burka????

[AZamericonnie]

Awesome Tonk! I've been waiting for these pics. However since the thread & in my ignorance (or forgetfulness) I have forgotten where the base is.

[Soaring Feather]

Tonkin, thanks so much for the pictures of your meeting with Jim Rob and Shelia.

[Soaring Feather]

Thank You for the pictures. Lovely base.

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

Coos Bay Oregon