I am honored that you asked me to share my story here, Billie! Eric's kinda cute too, don't you think?
And you're right! It just about killed me to keep quiet this past week! :o)
My nephew graduates (Navy) in October. I've encouraged her to visit this thread and read your account.
Oh and yes, Eric *is* a cutie! Too bad my daughter's not older, huh? :o) El and Eric...