Originally Posted by sulkair (Post 1686263)

Also speaking as a veteran, I appreciate your humilty X! And not to defend Square - I'd just remind us all there were many men who rotted in Japanese POW camps, or in the Hanoi Hilton. Many went down in a ball of fire over Germany, Vietnam, Iraq or Afghanistan. These pilots will never sit on the Delta throne. I think it is ok to receive a thank-you from a civilian now and then. Not for us, but for them; the guys who didn't get to cash in on their million-dollar flight education. We're the only ones that can speak for them now and when people thank us, they're really thanking them - don't you think?

Originally Posted by Xbone (Post 1686285)

Certainly, you are correct. It’s difficult to understand square’s motivation, or others who drive by the poor allegiant threads.. He clearly did cash in so to speak. In my opinion, if you are fortunate enough to be so lucky, then sit on the throne and enjoy. I don’t begrudge wealth. That position gives us goals. But, his statements come off as obtuse. Telling us to just quit. What is that?

As a side note, my family bears one star and I am the namesake. My service was relatively uneventful; I am of whole body and mind. I think I scored. So, I feel uneasy when I hear thanks.