I retired from the army way back in 1986, then spent the next 26 years working for the army as a department of the army civilian before retiring for a second time. I rode a bike when I was stationed in Vientiane Laos and in Bangkok Thailand. A Honda 350. But never had the courage to ride one in the states. Like you, I let my passport expire. But I’m happy here in Georgia and I’m completely tired of flying. While as a civilian working for the army, I flew all over TDY. Flying ceased to be fun after 9-11. If I have my way, I’ll never fly again. Too much of a hassle. I only made it to Europe once, 1980-83 guarding the East German Border at Fulda with the 11th ACR.
Good luck and enjoy the retired life.
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