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I don't miss the nonsense that I had to deal with at times, but I do miss the people I served with.
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1LT(P) Ryan Plummer
I miss being able to talk about anything. It's just awkward when these college kids ask questions about combat. I never had a problem talking about it until then. They have absolutely NO idea what I went through leading up to, and following those experiences. That, and civilians get butthurt WAY too easy.
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PO3 Michael James
Day one: I can remember someone in my face. WHY ?. What am I doing here ? .. Send me home.. After "basic", I went home, leave.. In-Uniform !! Proud to ware it !! Right??. Treated like used garbage.. Spat on, Called nasty cruel names.. Well, that was the last time I wore a uniform in travel.. (few did).. After 4 yrs., I was asked to re-up.. with a Re-enlist. Bonus .. I said What ?, Please, No thanks.. After another 2 years I realized just how proud I was for serving this country.. What an honor to serve the people of this country, and today I am equally reminded of this honor.. The people.. Just why I joined Rally Point.. Contact with Real Americans.. True Americans.. Americas Heroes.. Thanks to all of you...
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SPC Mark Beard
Brother Michael thank you for your service welcome home!!sgt at arms American legion post 217 college park md
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GySgt Wayne A. Ekblad
Earlier in my post-military career, I worked (as a civilian) at Headquarters, Marine Corps in Arlington, VA. It was not a good experience. I was "just" a civilian and was treated as such --- little consideration was given to the fact that I was a retired Marine. In fact, it was so bad that, for quite awhile after leaving there, I questioned the whole "once a Marine, always a Marine" concept. I understand that things have gotten better for civilian employees since then but I, for one, would not put myself back in that situation. I would, however, go back on active duty in a heart beat!!!
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Hmm, loaded question. I retired 9 days ago, and yes I do miss it. It's one of the reasons why I love RallyPoint. Being able to stay in contact, albeit digitally, with brothers and sisters scattered around the world, brings comfort to many of us. I have to admit it makes me nervous being a civilian again after 23 years but I know I have the support of others who have gone before me or are still in. If I could, I would definitely still be in but I'll keep the end of that comment to myself. The ones who know me and know the truth will know exactly what I'm referring to.
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SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
Hey I appreciate your Service, I am next and pretty sure I will be feeling the same.
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Maj Mike Sciales
You'll be just fine. It takes about 6 months to fully decompress. It's pretty normal to miss a routine, but there is a freedom to lingering over a second cup of coffee that is hard to define. You will always miss the camaraderie.
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