Many years ago....a ‘tester’ at the factory got a Russian bride. He went over and met the family before he brought her home. He brought her and her daughter back. He had a few Vodka recommendations.

Over many years, I’d see him in the can, always asking how married life was treating him. He usually had a recent story about his wife and daughter.

He was a little socially awkward, but always respectful. Seemed happy to me.

He ‘early’ retired before I did.....and started driving semi’s.....teaming up with his wife. They completed the training while he was still testing.

I would’ve bet against his decision, but glad it worked out for him.


"Those that think they know everything are annoying those of us that have Google." - Dr. D. Edward Wilkinson

Note to self: Never ask an old Fogey how he is doing today.
Revised note to self: Keep it short when someone asks how I am doing.