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Off-loading a little bit here: I have been out of the Army since 2011. I have bounced around from industry to industry ever since. Even going back to school (Social Services). I cannot find a job, nor do I feel like I belong anywhere else other than something military or paramiliitary. I have an opportunity for an air force position (reservist, but essentially full time work), same rank when I got out, just a different trade/element. I have been informed that I would probably have to do BMQ (Basic Military Qualification) again, which is sort of wild to me. I successfully passed in 2006 (even won Top Shot out of 60 recruits), soldier qualification, trade qualification, even a deployment overseas. I spent my 21st birthday on the range in Farnham in 2006. I am turning 38 next month. I am flip-flopping back and forth...Could I do it again? I have slowly turned myself back into a machine and almost back down to my football/hockey playing weight. I think the mind melter for me is having my DEUs hanging in the closet with my tour medal, while getting jacked up by a 25 year old MCpl who is still wet behind the ears. The new course is now only 8 weeks and it's totally revamped, seems like they are really trying to change everything in the current military, so it would definitely not be as 'harsh' as when I went through, but i'm sure you can still appreciate the conundrum.
TL;DR: Veteran looking to re-enlist. Certain barriers seem like they might be too hard to overcome. Imagine doing a degree, then 20 years later saying it 'expired' and you had to take the same courses again. Would be strange!
Thanks for reading!
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@PhillipBlunt Thanks, man...I truly appreciate it! Feels like a lifetime ago and almost a completely different person from when I was in!
@smithers joeThanks, Joe...When people ask, I would always say I regret getting out, I had just wished I picked a better trade. Army was great for being young and in my 20s but long-term sustainability, Air Force is definitely the better play. I would have about 4 months of total training before I wouldn't have to do anything for awhile, and that would all be within my first few years. I think it's more of a guilt thing, too. Leaving my toddler at home while Dad is running around playing Army at BMQ. It's wild how things can come full circle. I'm afraid of a little hard work these days, I suppose. My wife keeps saying short term pain for long term gain and I suppose *whispers* she's right.
@Citizen Erased Great perspective! I have never thought of it that way. These last 12.5 years I have never made a 'friend' as close to the ones I had when I was in the Army. Sad part is, when everyone release, much like pro sports, they go back to their respective cities and towns across Canada and you don't really hear from them anymore. I DO miss that commaraderie, which is why I love/miss team sports so much. I could even get back into playing hockey and try out for the senior men's base team (35+).
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Off-loading a little bit here: I have been out of the Army since 2011. I have bounced around from industry to industry ever since. Even going back to school (Social Services). I cannot find a job, nor do I feel like I belong anywhere else other than something military or paramiliitary. I have an opportunity for an air force position (reservist, but essentially full time work), same rank when I got out, just a different trade/element. I have been informed that I would probably have to do BMQ (Basic Military Qualification) again, which is sort of wild to me. I successfully passed in 2006 (even won Top Shot out of 60 recruits), soldier qualification, trade qualification, even a deployment overseas. I spent my 21st birthday on the range in Farnham in 2006. I am turning 38 next month. I am flip-flopping back and forth...Could I do it again? I have slowly turned myself back into a machine and almost back down to my football/hockey playing weight. I think the mind melter for me is having my DEUs hanging in the closet with my tour medal, while getting jacked up by a 25 year old MCpl who is still wet behind the ears. The new course is now only 8 weeks and it's totally revamped, seems like they are really trying to change everything in the current military, so it would definitely not be as 'harsh' as when I went through, but i'm sure you can still appreciate the conundrum.
TL;DR: Veteran looking to re-enlist. Certain barriers seem like they might be too hard to overcome. Imagine doing a degree, then 20 years later saying it 'expired' and you had to take the same courses again. Would be strange!
Thanks for reading!
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Thanks, 6. You're absolutely right. I think it's a bit of a pride/ego thing. Like i've BEEN there, i've walked the walk and talked the talk. I think fear is somewhere in there, too. Because I should know better, essentially be mistake free. I can remember BMQ in 2006 like it was yesterday...There were older guys in their 30s and 40s, staff essentially left them alone and went hard on the younger guys. I thrived being the grey guy, I could blend in and was only singled out once in 11 weeks for messing up left turn on the march and my MBdr yelled at me "Reid! Are you a !@#$%^& Kangaroo!?" because I was probably hopping around like an idiot doing the hop/step to get into cadence haha. Maybe i've just gotten soft in my old age...Just keep going back and forth! Thanks for the response!
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CDC,
If this status update gets 20 replies, I will reveal the true story behind why I chose my username.
This is a NEVER BEFORE HEARD STORY! Once in a lifetime opportunity to find out the hidden meaning behind the username of CDC's user, ROBERTS!
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Any true crime fans here? I am, but I mostly listen to podcasts. I don’t watch documentaries very much.
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Yup, grew up along the Highway of Tears. Was always fascinated with what makes people tick. Books (Favourite: Invisible Darkness -- Bernardo/Homolka book) Podcasts: True Crime Canada, Docs: I always like the ones like CBC puts out where they interview the lead detectives and it's narrated through reenactment, very raw! Sorry for the ramble! lol
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Gizzmo Duck should be Anaheim’s mascot.
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Gizzmo Duck should be Anaheim’s mascot.
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Trouba ran like 3 Flames today
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Bedard is an absolutely absurd talent
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Cool, Nathan Rourke is working out for the Raiders.
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Cool, Nathan Rourke is working out for the Raiders.
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Gives the coaches a good idea of what kind of person he is. Face to Face. QBs are like goalies, different quirks and techniques like cadences, drop back steps, arm angles/releases, etc. I think, too...some QBs grow up playing in the same type of offenses to maximize their success and taylor to their skills, if he isn't a total scheme fit, they might want to see if there are intangibles that can be worked with. Rourke is fairly raw, but I believe he has solid tools for today's NFL. Curious about his overall arm strength and decision making, but always neat to see a CFL player make the jump.
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Why is it impossible to find a shorter (aprox 50” or less) 1” barbell? I want to do some DL’s or bent over rows at home with the 1” plates I have. I see a lot of EZ curl bars for sale but I want a straight bar
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canucks hockey is almost here. shall i dust myself off and post again??
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Ever come across symptoms for a terrible medical condition - then realize you seemingly have all of them?
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Self care day ideas?
I'm thinking ice skating, enjoying the beach or the forest, baking, or taking a day trip to Spokane or Juneau.
Any ideas?
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Kim Mitchell on the shores of Lake Huron tonight
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@NuxfanabroadWhat am I doing to make you so sad?
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For the OG Canuck fans: Would you have held on to Bobby Schmautz? or were you happy with how Odleiffson worked out? Finally reading Canucks in 40 and it sounded like Schmautz was a huge fan favourite that didn't last long, then was flipped for a guy who jumped ship to WHA, Walton who had 1 good season, and of course, Odleiffson.
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That's what I was thinking. I'm wondering if it was a mix of trying to find what roster sticks after being an expansion team? I thought maybe it was because Wayne Maki was a similar (?) player, but Schmautz was traded a year after Maki died. It seems odd if they were looking for an identity to match the likes of the Flyers, Bruins or Canadiens of the era....seems a guy like Schmautz would have been an excellent foundational piece? I think he was only 28 when traded away.
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For the OG Canuck fans: Would you have held on to Bobby Schmautz? or were you happy with how Odleiffson worked out? Finally reading Canucks in 40 and it sounded like Schmautz was a huge fan favourite that didn't last long, then was flipped for a guy who jumped ship to WHA, Walton who had 1 good season, and of course, Odleiffson.
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For the OG Canuck fans: Would you have held on to Bobby Schmautz? or were you happy with how Odleiffson worked out? Finally reading Canucks in 40 and it sounded like Schmautz was a huge fan favourite that didn't last long, then was flipped for a guy who jumped ship to WHA, Walton who had 1 good season, and of course, Odleiffson.
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@smithers joeI guess hindsight is 20/20, since Schmautz went on the have a great career with Boston after being traded. It was interesting to read Kurtenbach never started out being an 'enforcer' and never started a fight, but never backed down from standing up for a teammate, which you gotta respect! I got to meet Orland in 2010 and he was such a happy, friendly fellow.
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For the OG Canuck fans: Would you have held on to Bobby Schmautz? or were you happy with how Odleiffson worked out? Finally reading Canucks in 40 and it sounded like Schmautz was a huge fan favourite that didn't last long, then was flipped for a guy who jumped ship to WHA, Walton who had 1 good season, and of course, Odleiffson.
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For the OG Canuck fans: Would you have held on to Bobby Schmautz? or were you happy with how Odleiffson worked out? Finally reading Canucks in 40 and it sounded like Schmautz was a huge fan favourite that didn't last long, then was flipped for a guy who jumped ship to WHA, Walton who had 1 good season, and of course, Odleiffson.
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Thanks @Alflives! I love learning about the Canucks before my time! ('85) and I think Curt Fraser would have been one of my favourites. His right hand was devastating for a guy who wasn't very big!
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Has anyone done social media fasts before (or quit outright)? Curious to hear about its benefits
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i see 3 posters joined in 2003. where they the first? how old is the sight?
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i see 3 posters joined in 2003. where they the first? how old is the sight?
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what will happen first, a trade or a new gm?
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Just a reminder that we still have lots of open GDT dates for almost every game this season. Please sign up if you are able.
Thanks! Go Canucks Go!
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@Roger Neilsons TowelHmmm...well when I finish my last 2 assignments, i'll have a look and maybe do my first one in the new year!
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