I work at a government facility on a military base. On the long walk from the parking lot to my building, a military police vehicle pulled up beside me and the driver hollered out "Very nice outfit!" and gave me a thumbs-up. Definitely made me smile.

But then, as I went a bit further, when I turned a corner I saw three men evidently on patrol (camouflage, assault rifles, etc) walking towards me. One of them nudged the other two and pointed in my direction. As I was reviewing my possible responses to any comments, the lead one says "Well done, sir." - and salutes me! The other two quickly followed suit. Without thinking, I returned their salutes and said "Thank you, gentleman." and we continued on our separate ways.

This was definitely a first for me. And rather surprising as with my full beard and long hair, I don't exactly look like a military type any more .

Rob.