{"id":780,"date":"2012-07-04T07:46:39","date_gmt":"2012-07-04T12:46:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/commotioninthepews.com\/?p=780"},"modified":"2012-07-04T07:46:39","modified_gmt":"2012-07-04T12:46:39","slug":"i-am-officially-old","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/commotioninthepews.com\/?p=780","title":{"rendered":"I am officially old."},"content":{"rendered":"

I just saw a female Chief Petty Officer on the television while watching Fox and Friends. The first thought through my mind was, “She’s a cute kid.”<\/p>\n

That’s it. I’m over the hill.<\/p>\n

On a serious note, it is with deep reverence and pride in our military that on this day, the day of our liberation, I extend my thanks to all who serve, have served, and will serve in the future. We are free because of your service to this nation. Please accept my gratitude.<\/p>\n

And, Chief, if you read this, you are cute. And young enough to be my daughter.<\/p>\n

I’m off the rest of the day to nap. Then I’ll have my mashed vegetables and drool for a while.<\/p>\n

Happy Liberation Day to all of you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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