God's blessings on your dad for his service no matter how brief. He's a part of our country's heritage.
What we've forgotten here is the sacrifices of our ancestors who've made this Republic great and strong. When we begin arguing 'where' and 'when' our military seek to protect us, then we deserve to fail as a nation. God bless your father. God bless all those who served our country in whatever capacity. And God bless those who continue to believe in The USA as the strongest, and best hope this World has in democracy and freedom!
Thank you for your kind words. We must be neighbors in Northern Illinois.