Comments | chucker_t: We need some soldiers yo!

chucker_t

We need some soldiers yo!

Jan 05, 2006 23:54

Originally posted by ninjallamayama

http://www.americancomedynetwork.com/FLASH/soldiers.htmI wouldn't mind going back in the military honestly. I actually considered joining the Air National Guard or Reserves. One of the guys I work with named Chris is in the Guard and I've been talking to him about it and he's been telling me how easy it is. Guarenteed one ( Read more... )

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vocalevil January 6 2006, 05:09:24 UTC

The Air Force is currently pulling 4-6 month tours downrange, and the active Army is pulling anywhere from 4-12 month tours depending on unit. All of the Reserve and NG units I've seen have been in the area less frequently, but for longer periods of time, most at 18 months.

Of course, things might change by next week, and we might pull out tomorrow, but you and I both know that NG and Reserve units deploy.

chucker_t January 6 2006, 07:08:22 UTC

I've looked at all worst case scenerios, and none of them really bother me honestly, even being deployed overseas or to war. I have prior military experience so it's nothing new to me.

keyosko January 6 2006, 06:03:31 UTC

Many people I know from high school went in to the military. I would have, if I could have. I’ve been unfit for service since I was 6 years old. That whole you need binocular vision and objective lenses gets in the way.
I would not liken service in the NG to a one weekend vacation from your regular job.
Nor would I say it’s not worth doing. Just know what you’re getting in to. It’s not for everybody.

chucker_t January 6 2006, 07:10:43 UTC

Of course it's not for everybody. I can deal with it though I'm sure. Already have prior military experience, plus raised in a military family, my father being retired Army officer and a Vietnam veteran.

keyosko January 6 2006, 08:01:21 UTC

I can’t say I know much about your family. I did know your were in the Navy. When I said know what you’re getting in too. I was mainly inferring things like stop loss orders and things that mess with individual time in service and unit deployment times. I’m sure you can endure what you need to. What advantages do the Reserves or the NG offer for you directly? If you’re primary incentive is more money are their alternates that offer the money with out the time investment?

canasian January 6 2006, 10:27:10 UTC

OFFICER ON DECK!!

gendalin January 6 2006, 20:26:53 UTC

Just stay home and be with Tiffany and come visit us :p

tiffy1luv January 12 2006, 11:26:26 UTC

Thank you! I agree, but I know that he will do what is best for him.