Born in San Diego. Son of a Navy sailor and lived in lots of places. Spent 26 years in the Army spread out over almost 30 years. Retired in Colorado in 1993, worked in construction/transportation here until this year. Retired. Father of five, grandfather of 13. Married to the wonderful MamaCharlie in 1967 and yesterday celebrated 42 years together...we figure it is a pretty good start, this marriage thing might work out.