Then she told all the boys it was hers......
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Elder User
Joined: May 2008
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Some times it pays to get off of active duty. I was released on medical in '05 (acl and mcl tear, at the same time). Did that for a couple years and now work at the 1st Helicopter squadron at Andrews.
All in all, I wish I was able to get back in though. It's rough. I can't even join the ANG.
All in all, I wish I was able to get back in though. It's rough. I can't even join the ANG.
Elder User
Joined: Sep 2004
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From: Weimar,TX
Redford,
Hope you will still have access to FTE. Always enjoy your posts and comments.
Good luck on your journey.
As for my wife driving my truck, I couldn't keep her out of my V10, but she does not
like my diesel, the sound or the smell, and hardly ever drives it.
Hope you will still have access to FTE. Always enjoy your posts and comments.
Good luck on your journey.
As for my wife driving my truck, I couldn't keep her out of my V10, but she does not
like my diesel, the sound or the smell, and hardly ever drives it.
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Joined: May 2008
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Yes, I asked the company contact about my itinerary, I was informed I would be going to the CRC in Columbus, not NC as previously informed. 
Pay is in line with what you got, probably a bit less. There are hints and "carrots on string" about a 2nd year bonus, promotion, raise and all that happy BS
but I will see about making it through the first year before I decide on a second year.
Thanks for the tips. I'll print that and carry it with me. Cell phone sounds like a good idea, if it will work at Bagram.
Pay is in line with what you got, probably a bit less. There are hints and "carrots on string" about a 2nd year bonus, promotion, raise and all that happy BS
but I will see about making it through the first year before I decide on a second year.Thanks for the tips. I'll print that and carry it with me. Cell phone sounds like a good idea, if it will work at Bagram.
Just for the record, most people hit that 90k mark and leave. I should have but got greedy.
Cargo Master
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 2,726
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From: Slatington, PA
No way she'd be driving it (the girlfriend). I've seen how she drives her car and it scares me. Usually shes either texting someone or playing with her ipod all while driving with her knee on the steering wheel about 10 over the speed limit. Last time she drove it home from the store, she was wandering back and forth, braking at the last second. That had me stomping on the imaginary passenger side brake pedal. I now have a new respect for the driver training teachers at the school I work at.
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 1,708
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From: Circle City
She's your wife. You should feel honored she asked your permission.
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Joined: Dec 2007
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From: Raleigh, NC
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Joined: Sep 2000
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From: Stephensville WI
My wife said if I can stand this for two years, I can quit working and we'll live off of her income. We'll have all of the bills, car/truck payments and the mortgage paid off.
That, my friend, is tempting.
Junior User
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 61
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From: New Jersey
OP, This is not some stranger, this is a woman that you married for better or worse.
Think about that.
It's important to be able to trust her with your life and your possessions.
If not, whats the point of marrying her then.
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2007
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From: Texas
. Funny how they can remember and be mad about something you did 20 years ago, but conveniently forget other things.Getting all the bills and mortgage paid off sounds like a great opportunity. I wish you the best for the next year or two.
New User
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 21
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From: Florida
Sure, let her drive it ...
~ what he said...
My wife has an expedition but she asked to drive my 350 quite often ... I'll admit it, she's a pretty good driver too.
Senior User
Joined: May 2004
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Absolutely she should drive.
Here's a suggestion - if she hasn't been a part of the service/maintenance process at your local dealer take her there and introduce her to the service manager. I've had a couple of bad experiences when I didn't do this where my wife felt she was being talked down to because she's a woman. Let her build some trust with the service department before you go so there's no concerns get the truck serviced/fixed.
Here's a suggestion - if she hasn't been a part of the service/maintenance process at your local dealer take her there and introduce her to the service manager. I've had a couple of bad experiences when I didn't do this where my wife felt she was being talked down to because she's a woman. Let her build some trust with the service department before you go so there's no concerns get the truck serviced/fixed.
Senior User
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 203
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From: Austin
i will be leaving on a 6 month deployment in january, and my wife will be driving my 350 along with her 250. problem is, she gets alot of looks from other guys driving my truck. i guess i can't hate her for that. she is even going to take it and get a brand new paint job on it for my homecoming present!