John Merritt:
CLASS OF 1974
Freer High SchoolClass of 1974
Freer, TX
John's Story
Life
How time flies! When I was living in Freer I couldn't wait to leave when I got old enough. And leave I did---I joined the Marines, traveled the world, and have now settled down in the Texas Hill Country. I do miss Freer, though and as I age (I have three grandkids!) I reflect back on all the people I grew up with and fun times I had. Many wonderful memories!
Workplace
Once I got out of the Marines, I started working immediately. I have always worked very hard and was (still am) serious about doing the best I can. I have upgraded from having a job to owning a company, but I think if I would have worked "smarter" verses "harder" I might be in a different position in life. No regrets, just t...Expand for more
houghts.
Military
The United States Marine Corps had a profound effect on my life that influences me to this very day. Self-discipline was taught in boot-camp and it has stuck with me ever since. Belief in being able to accomplish the seemingly impossible was taught, also. Not to mention how to kill people who irritate you! Seriously, I was blessed to have not been put in a situation where I did not have to kill anyone (I grew up in the Vietnam era). I was fortunate to be able to travel the world---something I cherish to this day. The one draw back though when I look back on the self-discipline and "can do" attitude is I tend to push people out of my life who want to help me---not a good thing.
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