Talk softly and carry a big stick or what I prefer more, say nothing and have the big stick do all the talking. I like big sticks that float.

Are you referring to a surf board? LOL

Nope, my big stick carries a lot of planes.

John Honey I was kidding, don't ever lose your sense of humor. You will shrivel up like a prune. Thank you so much for your service. My younger Brother was in the Navy on a Sub. when he got out, six months later was cleaning a field and was electrocuted. I had so many questions I wanted to ask him, and never got the chance. My Dad served in Korean war, and hasn't ever talked about it.
I can see in my minds eye the ship your talking about, but don't know what it is called other than a Carrier ship? I wouldn't test well on a Military quiz. But I love ya all. God's Speed