We took TheBoy out tonight to meet a Navy hero…..Rear Admiral Richard Mauldin. He is currently Director for Operational Plans and Joint Force Development. He works for the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He develops war plans. He’s from Nebraska and spoke informally about his early days as a young officer, working and taking classes and dealing with his young and growing family. And he took the time to politely and calmly talk to everyone in the room, including a young man who has hopes and dreams of becoming a Navy Seal.
Several people were in attendance at the Press Club at the top of the First National Bank Building in downtown Omaha. It is an incredibly beautiful restaurant and location. You can see out the windows as far as Nebraska and Iowa will let you.
I know this photo is dark. But who cares.
Look at his face.
Look at his eyes.
He was watching that man in the uniform tell his story. Matt stood a little taller and was a little quieter but was just as respectful and determined as ever.
Maybe more.
And right now, he has the business card of the Rear Admiral from Nebraska in his pocket.
