Patrick Rosendale:  

I was the quiet one that ran in a small circle of people, did not do much, but was close to those in my circle. Ironically that quiet person grew up to be a Vice President in the Union AFGE (American Federation of Government Employees) and spent the nest 10 years overseeing 5 states and the District (Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia and Washington DC). I wound up having to retire early on a disability, but could not stay down for long. I am now in my second career (if you can call it that - it is way too fun) as a Captain in the Civil Air Patrol (US Air Force Aux) running search and rescues, teaching in school, mentoring cadets (as well as new Seniors-adult members). I am responsible for ensuring our programs are being utilized to the maximum in participating schools and to assist where needed, I work with cadets to get them into programs they ill excel at and enjoy. I am in contact with various school systems, businesses we have a relationship with, as well as the many missions we do. I am one of 4 mission safety officers in M...Expand for more