Quote Originally Posted by jyardgirl View Post
update on Charlie. He is on board USS Virginia doing his quals. He pulled out in August. He is a blue nose now and is really enjoying his port of calls as the drinking age over there is 18. Loves submarine life. What most surprised him was how very friendly the people of foreign ports have been to him and the crew. They have visited 2 ports so far and have yet been allowed to pay for a beer or meal in a restaurant.
Barb, thanks for the update! I hope that Charlie continues to have positive experiences in the ports of call he gets to visit, and glad that he's already seen two in the three months they've been out. Once again please pass on sincere thanks to him for his dedication and willingness to serve.