I wasn't the kind of kid who would get A's without even trying. I had to work to get good grades, but I was very organised about it because I always wanted to do well at everything I did. I'm very competitive.
The utter helplessness of a conquered people is perhaps the most tragic feature of a civil war or any other sort of war.
The Marines gave me a really strong sense of discipline and a work ethic that kicks in at my job.

