Comment from nancy_e_davis

Excellent

What a wonderful story. I hope it is to be continued...
I received an E-mail about Martha Raye just this morning, asking do you remember Martha Raye. Yes I do, but I wonder how many do. She was a Wac during the war in Vietnam and a popular entertainer. It takes guts to sign up for Military Service and my hats off to you. I hope you continue your story. I find it fascinating. Nancy

 Comment Written 23-Feb-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Feb-2017

Thanks, as always, for reading and reviewing. I'm proud of having served, and this is a good memory. I remember Martha Raye! I will continue the story - I've received a great deal of encouragement on this, so I think its a good idea.
~patty~

Comment from Benny Beeharry

Excellent

Hi friend, i am glad I read yhis writing. It is just great and full of determination. The language and coming down is sustained and beautiful. Carry on with your novel and I wish you all the success.
Danny Jock

 Comment Written 23-Feb-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Feb-2017

Thanks, as always, for reading and reviewing. I'm proud of having served, and this is a good memory.
~patty~

Comment from Meia (MESAYERS)

Excellent

Wow, I have so much respect for you! This is an incredible true story told so well. It is an excellent message also of how important it is to stand up for what you believe in. The work you must have put in is incredible, well done Patty, this is truly an amazing story. Love Meia xx

 Comment Written 23-Feb-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Feb-2017

Thanks, as always, for reading and reviewing. I'm proud of having served, and this is a good memory.
~patty~

Comment from Kate Tompkins

Excellent

You're off to a good start with this one. Rather than being a bland recital of facts, you've made it into a story. Seems silly that you weren't old enough to drink but you were old enough to join the military, against your mother's wishes.

One thing that might need reworked:

...and approached the sergeant behind the desk. At five foot, nothing, and weighing about 100 pounds, he barely gave me a glance.--While I realize you meant that you were "five foot, nothing," the person referred to before and after that description is the recruiting sergeant, making it seem that the description refers to him. Perhaps something along the lines of "As I was five foot, nothing..." just so it's clear who the description refers to.

Looking forward to more.

 Comment Written 23-Feb-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Feb-2017

Thanks, as always, for reading and reviewing. I'm proud of having served, and this is a good memory. I like your suggestion, and I will edit to include it.
~patty~

Comment from giraffmang

Excellent

Hi there,

Many thanks for sharing your memories of this important event in your life and indeed in the military. Those who serve their country should always be appreciated.

All the best
GMG

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 Comment Written 23-Feb-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Feb-2017

Thanks, as always, for reading and reviewing. I'm proud of having served, and this is a good memory.
~patty~