I agree, a very good thread:
Here goes, I'll keep it short and not bore you to death:
Joined the Navy at 15, spent my first 3 years on a ship (HMS Hermoine), my last appraisal from my divisional officer was "Cowie is a stormy Scotsman who likes his women and his drink, I recommend him for the Submarine service!"
So after 21 years on subs I retired (with a small pension), started working offshore on a Seismic research vessel, worked on 5 ships in the CGG fleet, 5 weeks on 5 weeks off, good salary, worked all over the world, currently on the good ship Viking in the Gulf of Mexico, due home August 1st. Pretty busy at times, straight 35 12 hour shifts.
58 now, hopefully I can retire in 2 years and do some seroius touring.
Great wife of 35 years, 2 sons and 2 grandkids.
Been to a few HUBB and GSER meetings and met a fantastic bunch of people, too maany to mention.
Thank you to all that know me (and have tasted my wares)

Hope to see you soon.
Jake
Seisobs
2012 1200 GSA
1977 Norton 850 Commando
Distiller of a fine brand of rocket fuel