Last Monday of July...

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Private Fitz W. Guerin (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 28-29, 1863, at Grand Gulf, Mississippi. His citation reads:

With two comrades voluntarily took position on board the steamer Cheeseman, in charge of all the guns and ammunition of the battery, and remained in charge of the same for a considerable time while the steamer was unmanageable and subjected to a heavy fire from the enemy.

Staff Sergeant Ambrosio Guillen (US Marine Corps) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on July 25, 1953, near Songuch-on, Korea. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a platoon sergeant of Company F in action against enemy aggressor forces. Participating in the defense of an outpost forward of the main line of resistance, S/Sgt. Guillen maneuvered his platoon over unfamiliar terrain in the face of hostile fire and placed his men in fighting positions. With his unit pinned down when the outpost was attacked under cover of darkness by an estimated force of 2 enemy battalions supported by mortar and artillery fire, he deliberately exposed himself to the heavy barrage and attacks to direct his men in defending their positions and personally supervise the treatment and evacuation of the wounded. Inspired by his leadership, the platoon quickly rallied and engaged the enemy in fierce hand-to-hand combat. Although critically wounded during the course of the battle, S/Sgt. Guillen refused medical aid and continued to direct his men throughout the remainder of the engagement until the enemy was defeated and thrown into disorderly retreat. Succumbing to his wounds within a few hours, S/Sgt. Guillen, by his outstanding courage and indomitable fighting spirit, was directly responsible for the success of his platoon in repelling a numerically superior enemy force. His personal valor reflects the highest credit upon himself and enhances the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Private Thomas Guinn (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 22, 1863, at Vicksburg, Mississippi. His citation reads:

Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."


We had a great time at the beach yesterday with our dear friends Danny (yes, That Danny) and our favorite nurse Jen.

I love the fact that there are a lot of sports I love to watch during the Olympics that I don’t otherwise watch.

Our favorite TV show was on last night (Dateline – To Catch a Predator). It’s not fun seeing/hearing what these guys say online to (what they think) are underage kids… but we enjoy watching them get caught (we even saw one guy tased).


The I’m just sayin… Weekly Weigh-In

Greg 235
Mary Ruth 48
Susie 28

Daniel 26