I enlisted in the Navy in 1976 and served honorably for 21 years. In that time I advanced from E-1 to E-9, made 7 deployments to the Mediterranean, Persian Gulf, Indian Ocean, Red Sea, Greater Caribbean and Western Pacific. My ships of choice were Destroyers and Frigates. On shore duty assignments I served as an Instructor for Air control and basic Operations Specialist ??A?? School (radar & communication operators). The USN sent me to Leadership, Management, Instructor and Technical schools and an assortment of Team Trainers. Team Work being an essential part of any organization especially during combat operations. I joined the Fleet Reserve in June of 1996. My second career involved home study for My Merchant Mariners Document. I studied hard and in 1997 received My Unlimited Third Mates license, Able Seaman Unlimited and all endorsements. I went to work for a Supply boat company in Louisiana as a Mate. I worked hard, studied, tested for and achieved My 1600 Ton Masters license and I was promoted to Captain. I am currently attempting to master Network Marketing. I am still sailing but hope to become successful and use my anchor for a decoration in my front Yard!