Enterprising Sphere's About Me Page

~[About Me]~

I was born and raised in Tamuning, Guam at the Guam Memorial Hospital. My parents are of Filipino decent (Illocano), so my nationality is Filipino. I don't speak the filipino or chamoru dialect, since my parents raised me up solely on the English language. My parents always listened to Country and Western music by Marty Robbins..."A White Sport Coat" when I was young, so I grew up Country. I also like the "50s, 60s, and 70s music", but I also listen to other varieties as well. The music selections on this site are a variety of my favorites. Hope you enjoy!

I lived on the island for 17 years until I was drafted in 1972, then changed my status to volunteer in the United States Army. I retired from the Army in 1996. You can learn more about my military history by clicking on the 6 flags icon and my Army ribbons below...

6 flags of places we've been to...military memoirs...

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Since my retirement, I went back to school full time for two years to get my college degrees. Upon completion, I was hired as a Computer Hardware Technician with TELOS Corporation.

My hobbies include designing web pages, HTML programming, desktop publishing, networking, upgrading and repairing computers, auto mechanics, mountain biking, playing the guitar and organ (though am quite a bit rusty), ceramics, woodworking, hiking, touring, going to the beach, landscaping, still and motion photography.

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Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) Ribbon

For outstanding non-combat meritorious achievement or service to the United States. The four bronze oak leaf clusters and the ribbon itself represents a total of five entitlements to the award. I received the first two entitlements during my tenure with the 8th Infantry Division (Mechanized) Artillery, the third entitlement with the Military Personnel Division, National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California; the fourth entitlement with the Detachment A, Karlsruhe Composite Team, 510th Personnel Service Battalion, Karlsruhe, Germany; and the fifth entitlement with the 306th Military Intelligence Battalion, Fort Huachuca, Arizona (Retirement). The medal can be seen at The Armed Forces Medals site.

Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) Ribbon

Awarded by the Army for heroism, meritorious achievement or meritorious service. The three bronze oak leaf clusters and the ribbon itself represents a total of four entitlements to the award. The first entitlement was received at the Student/Trainee Personnel, Fort Bliss, Texas; the second entitlement at Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 8th Infantry Division (Mechanized) Artillery; the third entitlement at the Personnel Processing Branch, National training Center, Fort Irwin, California; and the fourth entitlement at the 69th Personnel Service Company, Karlsruhe, Germany. The medal can be seen at The Armed Forces Medals site.

Army Achievement Medal (AAM) Ribbon

Awarded to members of the Armed Forces who, while serving in any capacity with the Army in a non-combat area on or after Aug. 1, 1981, distinguish themselves by meritorious service or achievement. The three bronze oak leaf clusters and the ribbon itself represents a total of four entitlements to the award. All four entitlements were given to me during my tenure with the Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 8th Infantry Division (Mechnaized) Artillery, Baumholder, Germany. The medal can be seen at The Armed Forces Medals site.

Good Conduct Medal (GCMDL) Ribbon

Awarded for exemplary behavior, efficiency and fidelity while on active duty. The silver clasp with three knots and the ribbon itself represents a total of eight entitlements to the award. The medal can be seen at The Armed Forces Medals site.

National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) Ribbon

For active federal service in the armed forces, including the Coast Guard, from Jan. 1, 1961 to Aug. 14, 1974; and from Aug. 2, 1990 to a date to be determined. Also awarded to members of the National Guard and Reserve who were part of the Selected Reserve in good standing during the period from Aug. 2, 1990 to a date to be determined. The bronze star represents participation in operations during Desert Shield/Desert Storm. The medal can be seen at The Armed Forces Medals site.

Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) Ribbon

For participating in designated operations after July 1, 1958. This entitlement was given to me during my tour in Korea from 1972 to 1976. The medal can be seen at The Armed Forces Medals site.

Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (NCOPDR)

Awarded to members of the United States Army for successful completion of designated non-commissioned officer professional development courses. The bronze arabic numeral 3 denotes completion of the Advanced Noncommissioned Officer Course (ANCOC). There is no medal for this ribbon.

Army Service Ribbon (ASR)

Awarded as of August 1, 1981, to members of the U.S. Army for successful completion of initial-entry training. Self-explanatory. There is no medal for this ribbon.

Overseas Service Ribbon (OSR)

Awarded to members of the U.S. Army for successful completion of overseas tours. The bronze arabic numeral 4 denotes completion of four overseas tours (2 in Korea, 2 in Germany). There is no medal for this ribbon.