*** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** **** [I was asked to forward this not exactly anonymous but sort of covert post to the FML, for Chere, from Someone Very Special to her. Here it is.] I want to surprise Chere so could you post this on that FML thing so she will see it. She's a pretty great lady - counting myself lucky My Dear Chere, Bet you thought I couldn't figure out how to do a post on this darn AOL. I am proud of you and all your Ferret people, it has become obvious at least to me that you guys are a bunch of Fighter Pilots. So here you go Fighter Pilots do it better The fighter pilot has certain characteristics which give him/her a distinct individual identity. the ideal fighter pilot puts his/her all into everything he/she does. He/she has a "can do" attitude. He/she displays enthusiasm and instills this feeling in those about him/her. the fighter pilot believes the job should be done the right way and only one time,the first time. He/she tries hard to be the very best a everything he does. He/she expects others to do the same. the fighter pilot tries to be an expert in his field, always seeking new knowledge and experience. He/she tries to broaden his/her experience by not confining himself/herself to one narrow channel. The fighter pilot believes in himself/herself. He/she has a tremendous amount of pride in himself/herself and in everything that he/she does. He/she workds hard and plays hard; always a competitor in both to the very best of his/her ability. When he/she discovers a problem he/she always comes up with the answer. Although he/she thinks for himself/herself he/she never fails to seek the advice of those who might lead him/her to the right answer. He/she respects those who have earned respect. He/she is more than willing to help those who need help. Do "fighter pilots do it better?" Yes, they do everything better! But nowhere above does it state that fighter pilots fly aircraft or engage in aerial combat. You don't even have to fly to be characterized a fighter pilot. A fighter pilot is more than a flyer. A fighter pilot is and attitude and people with that attitude, no matter what their station in life or their job, really do it better. So to my own special Fighter Pilot - I love you - drive safely - know you will wow them and do ferrets everywhere proud. Love your SO Lawrence E. Huston Lt. Col USAF Ret. (I'm also the FFIRCI shelter dad) [Posted in FML issue 1470]