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BAR[_2_]

wrote:
On Sun, 21 Jun 2009 13:27:58 -0400, HK wrote:

I'm surprised you guys couldn't find much to do in Norfolk in your off
hours besides drink, what with all the great beaches and babes so close by.

You must have never been in Norfolk with a GI haircut.

"Dogs and sailors, keep off the grass"

The only good thing was most of the time the cops would give you to
the shore patrol so you wouldn't get a record.
If a Marine MP took you back to the ship, you usually skated as long
as you remembered to salute the colors and quarterdeck.
I did see a jarhead get sent packing because he didn't and the OD told
me to lay below and get some sleep. (a minor uniform violation,
undress blues in town)

They roll up the sidewalks at 5:00 PM in Norfolk. And, Virginia Beach
has a distinct disaffection for young sailors and Marines and others in
the service.