2009 F.O. UWSS reunion Panama City, FL

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From:Two2scoops [at] aol.com; Ernie Caltenbach MDV USN Ret.
To: docrio45 [at] gmail.com
Sent: Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Subject: F.O. UWSS BRANSON REUNION

Ernie is the MODEL for the man on the Shark

Doc Riojas
I still have not went into boxes for pictures to send you for www.sealtwo.org
On your www.sealtwo.org/uwss.htm how about putting my rate and name under the shark me being the model for the diver riding the shark.

As for that task of preparing me for the making of the casting of my body; I was told by the Dr. Peterson that it would be a couple of hours in a full body cast to dry. However it took them longer just putting me into that full body cast.
Of course all I had on was a jock strap and when it dried completely my buddies picked me off of the shark and laid me on the floor of the carpenter shop You have to picture that . . . the position I am in laying there with out the cast.

I was sitting with a bunch of divers/SEALs and one said: "Will you look at that . . . we have to clean this guy up". There was a swab in a bucket and the rest is history.
Fun was had by all including me. It was great to be the model.

The very best, Ernie

OKAY guys and Gals; I promised a lot of things to a lot of you. Remind me and I will keep my promises. docrio45 [at] gmail.com thank you Rio

I will snail mail you all the photos that Jerry Flowers and Doc Riojas took. Please snail me $1.50 in stamps with your full snail mail address. Email : docrio45@gmail.com please request them. Take all you want from this site.

submitted by: Robert C. Bornmann MD

Please help me ID the photos. Right mouse the photo, get the photo number and email it to me with their names. I am doing a collage of all the faces because we did not take a group photo. I want to be informed if I leave somebody's face out of the collage.

Meaning of Flag Draped Coffin

All Americans should be given this lesson. Those who think that America is an arrogant nation should really reconsider that thought. Our founding fathers used GOD's word and teachings to establish our Great Nation and I think it's high time Americans get re-educated about this Nation's history. Pass it along and be proud of the country we live in and even more proud of those who serve to protect our 'GOD GIVEN' rights and freedoms.

I hope you take the time to read this ... To understand what the flag draped coffin really means ... Here is how to understand the flag that laid upon it and is surrendered to so many widows and widowers.

Do you know that at military funerals, the 21-gun salute stands for the sum of the numbers in the year 1776?

Have you ever noticed the honor guard pays meticulous attention to correctly folding the United States of America Flag 13 times? You probably thought it was to symbolize the original 13 colonies, but we learn something new every day!

The 1st fold of the flag is a symbol of life.

The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life.

The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing the ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of the country to attain peace throughout the world.

The 4th fold represents the weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war for His divine guidance.

The 5th fold is a tribute to the country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, 'Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong.'

The 6th fold is for where people's hearts lie. It is with their heart that They pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States Of America , and the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.

The 7th fold is a tribute to its Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that they protect their country and their flag against all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries of their republic.

The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day.

The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers. For it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great has been molded.

The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of their country since they were first born.

The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.

The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in the Christians eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.

The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars are ! uppermost reminding them of their nations motto, 'In God We Trust.'

After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington, and the Sailors and Marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for them the rights, privileges and freedoms they enjoy today.

There are some traditions and ways of doing things that have deep meaning. In the future, you'll see flags folded and now you will know why.

Share this with the children you love and all others who love what is referred to, the symbol of ' Liberty and Freedom.'

MAYBE THE SUPREME COURT SHOULD READ THIS EXPLANATION BEFORE THEY RENDER THEIR DECISION ON THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.

FORWARD IT; MAYBE SOMEONE WITH THE NECESSARY POWER, OR POLITICAL AND FINANCIAL INFLUENCE, WILL GET IT TO THEM.

IN THE MEANTIME, MAY GOD PROTECT US ALWAYS.

ONE NATION, UNDER GOD, WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL.

SEAL TWO Photo ALbums by Doc Rio


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