"Everything in Randy Cribbs memory of Vietnam comes alive in his poetry: times of fear and love, moments of realization, the landscape and the soldiers. Those of us who were there belong to an exclusive club, and these poems bring us back to the time when we were all sweating in the clubhouse. Some of his verses recall images I had stored deep in the wells of memory, and feared. But when they came out, they felt like old friends." Peter T. Guinta, Senior Writer St. Augustine Record U.S. Marines, Vietnam, 1967-69 "Through this powerful and poignant memoir of a distant place and time, I was able to revisit my own experience in Vietnam and, through the poetry and illustrations, to gain a measure of understanding. Those who were there will be glad they took this brief, insightful look back." William N. Drake, Jr., Col, U.S. Army Vietnam 1970-71 "WERE YOU THERE reflects a deep understanding of war, those who go to fight and their families. This understanding reaches beyond the "Vietnam experience" to soldiers and families of now, 2002." Lee Gentry, former unit commander 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment Vietnam 1966-67
	"The author's affection for the Ancient City and Old Florida is depicted in this colorful collection. His ability to weave fact and fiction, sprinkled with fresh humor enables the reader to visit and revisit the unique places and colorful characters of the nationís oldest city and surrounding area. A fun read."
	"The author's ardent attachment to St. Augustine and the beautiful St. Johns River set the stage for this imaginative novel. All readers, particularly those young at heart, will enjoy the adventures of the colorful characters in this uplifting story. Join the adventure. Discover the History, Landmarks, and Intrigue of the Old Town."