On the Offal and as a combat veteran myself…

[ChesterTheTabby]

... this lad on the Offal is everything. Been there my son, and fortunate to have come out in one piece. God bless you and the strength you and so many others possess that is far greater than my own. You are an inspiration, and Fulham is fortunate to have you as a supporter. 

https://www.fulhamfc.com/news/2021/november/18/fulham-fan-stephen-wins-soldiering-on-award/

[OtherHodgson]

Couldn't agree more. An inspiration and I wish him all the best.

COYW!!!

[RaySmith]

Couldn't agree more. An inspiration and I wish him all the best.

COYW!!!

:plus one:

[Ruislip Ray]

Absolutely agree 100%

[cookieg]

An absolutely fantastic achievement. I have three nephews currently serving and there is always that thought that they may be called upon to do their duty at any time. I feel we don't do enough for our veterans once they have left the service. The government sends our men and women to war and they should be looked after when they return.

[Motspur Park]

An absolutely fantastic achievement. I have three nephews currently serving and there is always that thought that they may be called upon to do their duty at any time. I feel we don't do enough for our veterans once they have left the service. The government sends our men and women to war and they should be looked after when they return.

Wholeheartedly agree and also agree with the fact this man is inspirational.

[Fulham 442]

An absolutely fantastic achievement. I have three nephews currently serving and there is always that thought that they may be called upon to do their duty at any time. I feel we don't do enough for our veterans once they have left the service. The government sends our men and women to war and they should be looked after when they return.

Wholeheartedly agree and also agree with the fact this man is inspirational.

I agree with you both.  I have to say when I read the article this morning it brought a lump to my throat.  What a true hero this man is, he has nothing but my complete and utter respect and admiration.

[Kemosabe]

On a side note, I see that Stephen lives at the Royal Star & Garter home (now in Surbiton).

My father spent the last couple of years of his life as a resident there.  Most of the residents are elderly people who served in the military (my father qualified on the basis of his National Service) - I think partners also are eligible.  Stephen would be relatively unusual being in his mid-30s. 

It was an absolutely fantastic place, with really good facilities and an excellent programme of activities for the residents.  But most importantly, it had a committed cadre of staff working there who really got to know the residents and looked after them so well.  A truly wonderful place.

[SP]

On a side note, I see that Stephen lives at the Royal Star & Garter home (now in Surbiton).

My father spent the last couple of years of his life as a resident there.  Most of the residents are elderly people who served in the military (my father qualified on the basis of his National Service) - I think partners also are eligible.  Stephen would be relatively unusual being in his mid-30s. 

It was an absolutely fantastic place, with really good facilities and an excellent programme of activities for the residents.  But most importantly, it had a committed cadre of staff working there who really got to know the residents and looked after them so well.  A truly wonderful place.

Dad used to make an annual contribution to the RS&G home, good to know more about the excellent set-up there.

[blingo]

Nothing but 100% respect from Blingo.