Tom,
You can't Wash it off and Im not sure any of us would want to. Its a part of my life that I would not trade it makes us Who and What we are. I don't know what kind of person I would be today if I had not experienced Nam but I do know I'm better for it. Yes I have my Ghosts and yes I have Survivors Guilt but I also have a Wife (34 Years) who deserves a CMH for putting up with me, Two wonderful children, and 4 fantistic grandchildren. Even though I have yet to meet any of you I have a group of brothers and sisters that I can share my feelings with.
Keep the faith "Life Is Good"
Tom Gator 851