Being a Mother of two U.S. Marines I’ve gotten to where I can spot a United States Marine in a crowd. Maybe it’s their presence, the way they stand as if at parade rest, but I really think it’s because of the distinctive haircut.
Earlier this month I had the pleasure of seeing Huey Lewis and the News in concert. However, for a time this Marine had all my attention. Reminded me of my Marines.
A Marine upstages Huey Lewis and the News
It’s not uncommon for Marines to act as security at public events, my son David has signed up in California for a few gigs. Although I don’t think he’s gotten any gigs like Huey Lewis yet.
I tried to get this security guards attention from a far, but he wouldn’t be distracted from his task and wouldn’t make eye contact. He just kept scanning the crowd. When he walked to the side I took off for the side rail.
After stopping him I asked “Excuse me, are you a Marine?”
“Why yes Mam I am” and he looked at me quizzically.
“I knew it, my two sons are Marines and I could just tell.”
Turns out he was last active in 1997 (? doesn’t look old enough) and after a little bit of chit chat he gave me a firm handshake and told me to tell my boys “Semper Fi”. I walked away with a smile on my face.
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I’m sure you made his day by knowing he was a Marine. Very cool!
He was very gracious, polite and nice. I did put a smile on his face, so maybe it made his day. I hope so.
What a sweet story. I actually got goosebumps reading it. Like the commenter above me, I’m sure you did make his day. I bet he loved to share a bit about his life with someone who “gets it” as you do. Thanks for posting!
I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks so much for commenting and visiting.