The Monkey Barrel

Archive for May, 2009

Presented to: Specialist four Woodrow W. Midgetter, Jr. 228 63 2938, U.S. Army

who distinguished himself by exceptionally meritorious service in support of military operations against communist aggresion in the Republic of Vietnam. During the period 21 January 1970 to 2 December 1970
he astutely surmounted extremely adverse conditions to obtain consistently superior results. Through diligence and determination he invariably accomplished every task with dispatch and efficiency. HIs unrelenting loyalty, initiative and perseverance brought him wide acclaim and inspired others to strive for maximum achievment. Selflessly working long and arduous hours he has contributed significantly to the success of the allied effort. His commendable performance was in keeping with the finest traditions of the military service and reflects distinct credit upon himself and the United States Army.

That’s my dad.

It’s your birthday today. I have never seen the sun so bright or the grass so green and you’re missing it here. I don’t imagine you mind a bit. Nothing here could ever compare to the wonders you witness every day now. I want to cook for you and make all your favorites but I wouldn’t be able to stomach a bite. I had 2 proms on your birthday. How does that happen?? In retrospect, staying home those nights and celebrating you would have been infinitely better. Not because you’re gone now but those were two of the worst nights I’d ever had. 13 years ago today, Fred asked you for my hand in marriage and all you required was an affirmation that he loved me. You knew he was the one the day he walked in the door, and a year later you gave me away knowing I was in capable hands. I am so blessed to have all of these memories of you. Tremendous beautiful moments in my life. You were always the best gift we could celebrate. Happy Birthday daddy.