Popular Post NIGHT STALKER Posted June 13, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 13, 2019 I don't post much at all anymore, but I do read the posts and let you younger guys hammer it out. I've been a Jets fan since '64...a junior in high school when the Jets picked Namath. Before that, not much of a fan of any particular team. Fast forward to 1968, the Jets best team by far. I'm in a little place called Vietnam. Found out the Jets won the SB about 3 days after...communication wasn't like it is today. They hire this Joe Douglas guy and to be honest, I didn't know much about him like most of you...just what I read after I knew the Jets were eyeing him. I watched his presser the other day and afterwards, he brought his family on stage. BAM...there it was! Like a beacon in the dark that made my eyes almost as big as our HC. Joe's dad standing in the back wearing a cap...it said VIETNAM VETERAN. Like I said, it doesn't mean anything to you guys, but to me, this is an omen or it could be nothing. Let's hope this is an omen, because I'm in the winter of my life and not many seasons left. 49 15 21 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post FloridaJetsFan Posted June 13, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 13, 2019 Thank you for your service Brother - from a retired Air Force vet!! 16 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Legend Killa7 Posted June 13, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 13, 2019 3 minutes ago, NIGHT STALKER said: I don't post much at all anymore, but I do read the posts and let you younger guys hammer it out. I've been a Jets fan since '64...a junior in high school when the Jets picked Namath. Before that, not much of a fan of any particular team. Fast forward to 1968, the Jets best team by far. I'm in a little place called Vietnam. Found out the Jets won the SB about 3 days after...communication wasn't like it is today. They hire this Joe Douglas guy and to be honest, I didn't know much about him like most of you...just what I read after I knew the Jets were eyeing him. I watched his presser the other day and afterwards, he brought his family on stage. BAM...there it was! Like a beacon in the dark that made my eyes almost as big as our HC. Joe's dad standing in the back wearing a cap...it said VIETNAM VETERAN. Like I said, it doesn't mean anything to you guys, but to me, this is an omen or it could be nothing. Let's hope this is an omen, because I'm in the winter of my life and not many seasons left. Love this. my Dad is a Vietnam vet as well. (but he's a Colts/Giants fan so he won't agree with your other thoughts! LOL) 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post JiF Posted June 13, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 13, 2019 What do you mean, "you people"? 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Let’s hope Darnold can deliver you a Super Bowl win before your final season. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T0mShane Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 24 minutes ago, NIGHT STALKER said: I don't post much at all anymore, but I do read the posts and let you younger guys hammer it out. I've been a Jets fan since '64...a junior in high school when the Jets picked Namath. Before that, not much of a fan of any particular team. Fast forward to 1968, the Jets best team by far. I'm in a little place called Vietnam. Found out the Jets won the SB about 3 days after...communication wasn't like it is today. They hire this Joe Douglas guy and to be honest, I didn't know much about him like most of you...just what I read after I knew the Jets were eyeing him. I watched his presser the other day and afterwards, he brought his family on stage. BAM...there it was! Like a beacon in the dark that made my eyes almost as big as our HC. Joe's dad standing in the back wearing a cap...it said VIETNAM VETERAN. Like I said, it doesn't mean anything to you guys, but to me, this is an omen or it could be nothing. Let's hope this is an omen, because I'm in the winter of my life and not many seasons left. Thank you for your service! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apache 51 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 17 minutes ago, JiF said: What do you mean, "you people"? It's like, Ya'll. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post HelenOfTroy Posted June 13, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 13, 2019 9 hours ago, NIGHT STALKER said: I don't post much at all anymore, but I do read the posts and let you younger guys hammer it out. I've been a Jets fan since '64...a junior in high school when the Jets picked Namath. Before that, not much of a fan of any particular team. Fast forward to 1968, the Jets best team by far. I'm in a little place called Vietnam. Found out the Jets won the SB about 3 days after...communication wasn't like it is today. They hire this Joe Douglas guy and to be honest, I didn't know much about him like most of you...just what I read after I knew the Jets were eyeing him. I watched his presser the other day and afterwards, he brought his family on stage. BAM...there it was! Like a beacon in the dark that made my eyes almost as big as our HC. Joe's dad standing in the back wearing a cap...it said VIETNAM VETERAN. Like I said, it doesn't mean anything to you guys, but to me, this is an omen or it could be nothing. Let's hope this is an omen, because I'm in the winter of my life and not many seasons left. God Bless you, and THANK YOU! I’m just a few years younger than you, from a small agricultural town in Southern California. We lost quite a few of our beautiful young men, guys I grew up with, were neighbors on our block, went to HS with....in Vietnam. So much promise lost and guys that were not able to have a future, have children and grow old in our community. one thing I will always be proud of is that I never, ever participated in anti-war demonstrations (Civil Rights - absolutely), stood up for our Vietnam Vets, and welcomed all that came home. I saw first hand how you were treated, and it was ugly and one of the most shameful acts in our history. I will die never forgetting our guys that never came home. Love you, and forever grateful. 8 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIGHT STALKER Posted June 13, 2019 Author Share Posted June 13, 2019 Thank you so much! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 48 minutes ago, NIGHT STALKER said: I don't post much at all anymore, but I do read the posts and let you younger guys hammer it out. I've been a Jets fan since '64...a junior in high school when the Jets picked Namath. Before that, not much of a fan of any particular team. Fast forward to 1968, the Jets best team by far. I'm in a little place called Vietnam. Found out the Jets won the SB about 3 days after...communication wasn't like it is today. They hire this Joe Douglas guy and to be honest, I didn't know much about him like most of you...just what I read after I knew the Jets were eyeing him. I watched his presser the other day and afterwards, he brought his family on stage. BAM...there it was! Like a beacon in the dark that made my eyes almost as big as our HC. Joe's dad standing in the back wearing a cap...it said VIETNAM VETERAN. Like I said, it doesn't mean anything to you guys, but to me, this is an omen or it could be nothing. Let's hope this is an omen, because I'm in the winter of my life and not many seasons left. Good as anything. Thanks for sharing. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HelenOfTroy Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 31 minutes ago, JiF said: What do you mean, "you people"? 13 minutes ago, Apache 51 said: It's like, Ya'll. This. Don’t understand why people don’t see this. Grew up with mom saying “you people need to clean your room” or “you people live like pigs, and you expect me to live like that along with you”. My mother was immaculate. 😂😂 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 34 minutes ago, JiF said: What do you mean, "you people"? Think he meant younger people. Not guys as old as you and I. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 1 minute ago, HelenOfTroy said: This. Don’t understand why people don’t see this. Grew up with mom saying “you people need to clean your room” or “you people live like pigs, and you expect me to live like that along with you”. My mother was immaculate. 😂😂 I wish I had one of those moms that talked. My mother would just stare and change her breathing patterns till we did exactly what she wanted. 1 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freestater Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 54 minutes ago, NIGHT STALKER said: Let's hope this is an omen, because I'm in the winter of my life and not many seasons left. Hey, man. At least we got Sam leading the way now. I think you might have some bright moments ahead. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetsons Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 56 minutes ago, NIGHT STALKER said: I don't post much at all anymore, but I do read the posts and let you younger guys hammer it out. I've been a Jets fan since '64...a junior in high school when the Jets picked Namath. Before that, not much of a fan of any particular team. Fast forward to 1968, the Jets best team by far. I'm in a little place called Vietnam. Found out the Jets won the SB about 3 days after...communication wasn't like it is today. They hire this Joe Douglas guy and to be honest, I didn't know much about him like most of you...just what I read after I knew the Jets were eyeing him. I watched his presser the other day and afterwards, he brought his family on stage. BAM...there it was! Like a beacon in the dark that made my eyes almost as big as our HC. Joe's dad standing in the back wearing a cap...it said VIETNAM VETERAN. Like I said, it doesn't mean anything to you guys, but to me, this is an omen or it could be nothing. Let's hope this is an omen, because I'm in the winter of my life and not many seasons left. God Bless & Thank You for Your Service. 👍 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack48 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 10 minutes ago, The Crusher said: Think he meant younger people. Not guys as old as you and I. "you people" ain't him. clear as a bell to me. but, of course, I am not over sensitive 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jet_Engine1 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 1 hour ago, NIGHT STALKER said: I don't post much at all anymore, but I do read the posts and let you younger guys hammer it out. I've been a Jets fan since '64...a junior in high school when the Jets picked Namath. Before that, not much of a fan of any particular team. Fast forward to 1968, the Jets best team by far. I'm in a little place called Vietnam. Found out the Jets won the SB about 3 days after...communication wasn't like it is today. They hire this Joe Douglas guy and to be honest, I didn't know much about him like most of you...just what I read after I knew the Jets were eyeing him. I watched his presser the other day and afterwards, he brought his family on stage. BAM...there it was! Like a beacon in the dark that made my eyes almost as big as our HC. Joe's dad standing in the back wearing a cap...it said VIETNAM VETERAN. Like I said, it doesn't mean anything to you guys, but to me, this is an omen or it could be nothing. Let's hope this is an omen, because I'm in the winter of my life and not many seasons left. We own the night 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUM-KNEE Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 It most certainly is a good omen, I guarantee it! Thanks for your service NS. My grandfather was in Japan in WW2 and Dad was in Korea. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BROOKLYN JET Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 1 hour ago, JiF said: What do you mean, "you people"? teh gheys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
section314 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 1 hour ago, NIGHT STALKER said: I don't post much at all anymore, but I do read the posts and let you younger guys hammer it out. I've been a Jets fan since '64...a junior in high school when the Jets picked Namath. Before that, not much of a fan of any particular team. Fast forward to 1968, the Jets best team by far. I'm in a little place called Vietnam. Found out the Jets won the SB about 3 days after...communication wasn't like it is today. They hire this Joe Douglas guy and to be honest, I didn't know much about him like most of you...just what I read after I knew the Jets were eyeing him. I watched his presser the other day and afterwards, he brought his family on stage. BAM...there it was! Like a beacon in the dark that made my eyes almost as big as our HC. Joe's dad standing in the back wearing a cap...it said VIETNAM VETERAN. Like I said, it doesn't mean anything to you guys, but to me, this is an omen or it could be nothing. Let's hope this is an omen, because I'm in the winter of my life and not many seasons left. Thank you for your service🇺🇸 Really hope your intuition is right. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 56 minutes ago, jack48 said: "you people" ain't him. clear as a bell to me. but, of course, I am not over sensitive What not clear as a bell to you this is an inside joke between JiF and I. LOL 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jets0712 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Thank you for you service. Sent from my iPhone using JetNation.com mobile app 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTJetsFan Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Thank you for your service to our country 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack48 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 2 hours ago, The Crusher said: What not clear as a bell to you this is an inside joke between JiF and I. LOL Aaaah. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joenamathwouldn'tcry Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 G-d Bless You. When we win the Super Bowl, some of my thoughts will be with you. Let's hope that you have a good long winter, and that our Jets "winter" ends soon. "Comes a time".... 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TuscanyTile2 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 7 hours ago, NIGHT STALKER said: I don't post much at all anymore, but I do read the posts and let you younger guys hammer it out. I've been a Jets fan since '64...a junior in high school when the Jets picked Namath. Before that, not much of a fan of any particular team. Fast forward to 1968, the Jets best team by far. I'm in a little place called Vietnam. Found out the Jets won the SB about 3 days after...communication wasn't like it is today. They hire this Joe Douglas guy and to be honest, I didn't know much about him like most of you...just what I read after I knew the Jets were eyeing him. I watched his presser the other day and afterwards, he brought his family on stage. BAM...there it was! Like a beacon in the dark that made my eyes almost as big as our HC. Joe's dad standing in the back wearing a cap...it said VIETNAM VETERAN. Like I said, it doesn't mean anything to you guys, but to me, this is an omen or it could be nothing. Let's hope this is an omen, because I'm in the winter of my life and not many seasons left. Why were there so many sick animals in Vietnam? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jet Nut Posted June 14, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 14, 2019 Thank you for your service! 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jet Nut Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 1 hour ago, TuscanyTile2 said: Why were there so many sick animals in Vietnam? WTF? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYs Stepchild Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 23 minutes ago, Jet Nut said: WTF? I think he's thinking of Vietnam veterinarians...I think it's supposed to be funny. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TuscanyTile2 Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 28 minutes ago, Jet Nut said: WTF? 3 minutes ago, NYs Stepchild said: I think he's thinking of Vietnam veterinarians...I think it's supposed to be funny. Yes 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREENBEAN Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 11 hours ago, NIGHT STALKER said: Thank you so much! Good stuff Hermanator!!! Your awesome son must be very proud. How old is he now? I enjoyed chatting with him for hours after our opening day loses at our tailgaters back in the day. You're a good man. Thanks for posting buddy! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIGHT STALKER Posted June 14, 2019 Author Share Posted June 14, 2019 34 minutes ago, GREENBEAN said: Good stuff Hermanator!!! Your awesome son must be very proud. How old is he now? I enjoyed chatting with him for hours after our opening day loses at our tailgaters back in the day. You're a good man. Thanks for posting buddy! Those were good times, even though the Jets crapped the bed. He's 35 now, can you believe it?! He was still in high school when we all last met. Hey, he reminded me of the HOT freaking wings you made...lol. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREENBEAN Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 6 minutes ago, NIGHT STALKER said: Those were good times, even though the Jets crapped the bed. He's 35 now, can you believe it?! He was still in high school when we all last met. Hey, he reminded me of the HOT freaking wings you made...lol. lol That was in the infancy of the wing evolution. They are perfected now!!! 35!!!! That's crazy. It's hard to believe it's been that long. Tell him I said hello whenever you get the chance. He was such a good kid. Knew the Jets very well and would laugh at all the older guys complaining about the Jets losing! hahaha 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike135 Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 11 hours ago, BROOKLYN JET said: teh gheys Hey! Navy sailors are vets too! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jet9 Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 My dad was there 67-68. Thank you for everything, and for sharing. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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