Eric Smith:  

Military I think my Life and Military Bio are one in the same. For anyone who reads this knew how I was in school, a part of me that I don't really care to reflect on or dig up. Well, since I left Thomson I've been lucky enough to have had many opportunities to see the world. So here it goes. Jan 91- Jul 95 Seymour Johnson AFB Goldsboro, NC My first assignment, wow what a shock, no more Mom or Dad, I was on my own. I learned to adapt quickly. In 93' I was sent to Saudi Arabia in support of Desert Shield (3 long hot months). I also managed to meet (and leave) my ex-wife there...yippie. Jul 95-Oct 96 Lajes Field Azores, Portagul I was transferred to the Azores in for 15 incredible months. What a great place to be, I considered it the Hawaii of the Atlantic!! I will be trying to get re-assigned there in a couple of years to finish off my 20. Oct 96-Feb 98 F.E. Warren AFB Cheyenne, Wy Ride Em' Cowboy!! Belt buckles, cowboy hats and cowgirls in tight wranglers! What a place. The base was a Titan missile base, very laid back. It was a great assignment in regards to it's mission, location, Denver being only 2hrs away and local community. Feb 98-Jan 02 Davis Monthan AFB Tucson, AZ Unfortunatly I spent only 14 months in Cheyenne due to civilian contractors taking over our job there...damn civies!! Although once I got to Tucson, I quickly forgot about Cheyenne. Here is where ...Expand for more