Who are you without your rank before your name?

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Response by CSM Michael Poll made Apr 15 at 2016 9:19 AM

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Father, Grandfather, son.

Response by MSgt Gavin Jones made Apr 15 at 2016 9:23 AM

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Human.

Response by CW4 Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 15 at 2016 9:24 AM

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CW3 Dylan E. Raymond, PHR, I'm just plain old TJ Hayes, faithful and loving husband, compassionate and involved father, steadfast and empathetic brother and successful and well raised son.

Response by SFC Roberto Garza Jr. made Apr 15 at 2016 9:28 AM

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An everyday guy who loves his family and loves to be outdoors, coaching, fishing and hunting.

Response by CW3 Dylan E. Raymond, PHR made Apr 15 at 2016 9:36 AM

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This is probably one of the most difficult question to have to answer. Because in the military with were pvt....SFC...PO1...LDCDR....SGM....MSG....CW2...COL. Everyone in the uniform that served know your level of responsibility and scope of work. However you try to explain to non-military they dont get it and wont get it. So I had to find a way to seperate my rank and package what I did scope of responsibility and how I can add value to the organization. It was unfair for me to expect the hiring officials to automatically snap to parade rest or the position of attention like those that have served with me do in accordance with custom and courtesies of wearing the uniform. We I grab hold to that piece of information and knew who Dylan Raymond was, is and can contribute in the absence of Chief Warrant Officer 3....it was magical and things began to happen.

It was not easy and it took work but no one could take away the rank that I earned. I educated my civilian counterparts over time so they could appreciate what I bring to the organization. I had to remember you cant eat an elephant with one bite. But you could one bite at a time.

So for me removing the rank in my conversation, transition, interviews I found it helped in the transition and I begin to learn who Dylan Raymond was and what I can contribute to changing the world/space that I work in.

Response by PO3 David Fries made Apr 15 at 2016 9:37 AM

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My rank never made me who I was/am. The only thing that did was the title Doc.

Response by CPO Amb. Terry Earthwind Nichols made Apr 15 at 2016 9:39 AM

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I spent a lot of time in the community before I got out and helped big time.

Response by LCDR Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 15 at 2016 9:40 AM

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My name is Joshua...Above all, I am a Christian. God's blessed me to be husband to the finest woman He put on this earth, and father to a son whose already promising to be smarter and stronger than I was. I've been a sailor, boxer, swordsman, and a warrior poet-Sometimes, I have to make money. My heart's in the Highlands...but my blood goes back to Gettysburg and Valley Forge. I believe in the "hard sell", and the "long trail". I believe there is definitive "right" and "wrong"...occasionally, I do both. I try to respect everyone, while fearing no one. I'm not "smart", but I think those I serve would call me reliable. I'm not "wise", but I think those that depend on me would call me resourceful. I'm not perfect, but I hope my Lord sees that I try to be.

Response by Capt Seid Waddell made Apr 15 at 2016 9:42 AM

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Civilian. Veteran. Engineer. Husband. Brother. Uncle. Grandfather.

And according to at least one detractor here on RP, a PFC Officer.

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Apr 15 at 2016 9:46 AM

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I am a Man, a Husband a Father, a Citizen, and a professional!

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Apr 15 at 2016 9:56 AM

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CW3 Dylan E. Raymond, PHR Just an indivudual man no better than anyones else in this world, a Father, a husband, and a son who honors his Mother, Father, and God on a daily basis!

Response by PO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 15 at 2016 9:59 AM

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CTT2 Katie Wayman; I am a daughter, a mother, a citizen, a wife, a friend, a shipmate, a sister, an aunt; a supporter, an intelligence, a soul, a voice, a life.

Response by SFC Alfredo Gonzalez made Apr 15 at 2016 10:01 AM

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An ambivert... A combination of an Introvert and an Extrovert. Mainly I'm bored out of my mind!

Response by SPC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 15 at 2016 10:04 AM

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A mother who loves her son, a hard worker and horse rider.

Response by MCPO Roger Collins made Apr 15 at 2016 10:12 AM

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Quite frankly, with the exception of military social networks, my former Rate (Rank) is never mentioned. It was an accomplishment that I am proud of and appreciate the identification on occasion, but that was finished when I retired and went on to other life successes.

Response by PO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 15 at 2016 10:13 AM

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Guess.

Response by PO3 Donald Murphy made Apr 15 at 2016 10:18 AM

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My shipmates still refer to me as "Yo" or "Yeoman" as that was my job title. But other than that, I really don't get asked much about what rank I was when I was in the Navy. So I'm pretty much just plain old Don.

Response by SMSgt Thor Merich made Apr 15 at 2016 10:19 AM

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Just Thor. No relation to the comic book guy, who by the way looks nothing like the real thing. I proudly call myself a father and husband. And a friend to many.

Response by SrA Edward Vong made Apr 15 at 2016 10:26 AM

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My title is Darth.

Response by Sgt Deanna Schlabach made Apr 15 at 2016 10:27 AM

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Great question CW3 Dylan E Raymond, PHR! Seems like we all identify WHO we are by what we DO. But WHO are we can be a tough question.
As for me it's child of God, wife, mother, daughter, friend - helper.

Response by COL Jean (John) F. B. made Apr 15 at 2016 10:33 AM

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CW3 Dylan E. Raymond, PHR I am the same person, with or without the rank designation before my name. I am a son, husband, father, grandfather, father-in-law, brother, son-in-law, uncle, cousin, executive, neighbor, friend, Christian, Republican, patriot, and a great many other things. My rank never defined me as a person. It simply designated a position in my chosen profession.

Response by PO1 Brian Austin made Apr 15 at 2016 10:52 AM

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I'm a normal everyday guy, supportive husband, supportive father of three wonderful hard working adult children, uncle of two, a good friend, co-worker, mountain biker who loves the outdoors.

Life is good and i'm enjoying it.

Response by SSgt Terry P. made Apr 15 at 2016 10:56 AM

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CW3 Dylan E. Raymond, PHR Still me.

Response by Capt Brandon Charters made Apr 15 at 2016 10:58 AM

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I think we all face this tough question as transitioning service members. The hope is, that we grew a career in the military where we led regardless of the rank on our shoulders. The best leaders I know were informally appointed and succeeded because they genuinely cared about the mission and their people. Great topic CW3 Dylan E. Raymond, PHR

Response by Capt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 15 at 2016 11:29 AM

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Same guy as with the rank.

Response by SFC Stephen King made Apr 15 at 2016 11:32 AM

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CW3 Dylan E. Raymond, PHR Me I am Strong both physically and mentally, Tenacious in body and mind, Empathetic, Philosophical, Human and humorous, Engaging, and Noble STEPHEN

Response by SSgt Wallace Smith made Apr 15 at 2016 11:41 AM

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Who was I without the rank before my name? I was Wallace Smith a farm boy for Maine. A person who learned young in life that nothing came easy you had to work for it. That there were laws in place to keep some sort of order. Doesn't matter the color of your skin it's how you present yourself, in other words act like a jerk and you are going to be treated like one. 11 years as a k-9 handler/LE just made me cynical person because of the court system or rather the liberality of same. My point is don't do the crime if you can't do the time. Are there flaws in the Shem, of course but if your guilty own up to it! I was fair and impartial because the job mandated such(Security Police Creed) and of course there were those that were "badge heavy" that made things downright dicey at times. When whole gist of this is treat people the way you want to be treated and yes sometimes that mean our feelings are going to be hurt, that's life.

Response by SGT Philip Roncari made Apr 15 at 2016 11:54 AM

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This is a question for the younger generation my rank was made inthe last century

Response by LTC Stephen F. made Apr 15 at 2016 11:57 AM

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Primarily I am a child of God because I have placed my faith in the atoning sacrifice of my Lord and Savior, Jesus known as the Christ.
Secondarily I am the husband of one wife
Thirdly I am the father of four sons - two natural and two adopted.
Thanks for tagging me SMSgt Minister Gerald A. Thomas

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 15 at 2016 12:23 PM

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I'm not sure...

Response by TSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 15 at 2016 12:34 PM

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I am a constant learner. a seeker of truth. A father, a husband, a nerd. I don't define myself by the letters before my name. I let my actions define me.

Response by CPT Chris Loomis made Apr 15 at 2016 1:15 PM

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I am a Soldier. First and foremost.

Response by MSG Brad Sand made Apr 15 at 2016 1:26 PM

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The same person that I am with it.

Response by CPT Joseph K Murdock made Apr 15 at 2016 2:07 PM

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Hopefully an enlightened, disciplined, person with principle.

Response by SGM Mikel Dawson made Apr 15 at 2016 2:12 PM

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Mikel Dawson, Beslagsmed (Danish for farrier)
Some e-mails I'm Mikel Dawson, SGM (Ret)
Mostly I'm the American guy living on Nyvej outside of Lintrup, Denmark who's wife has horses.

Response by CW3 Dylan E. Raymond, PHR made Apr 15 at 2016 2:44 PM

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The other thing that I noticed is that in the military we are leaders and constantly give our subordinates credit for the success we receive when mission is accomplished. When transitioning it was a shift in mindset and I still struggle with it today to explain what I personally contributed to the goal such as I directed the activity of a staff of 7, I was the leader on a 4 month project which we finished ahead of schedule and within budget.

Response by SGM Lonnie Durand made Apr 15 at 2016 3:32 PM

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I tell people now, "I'm Lonnie, I was Lonnie before I enlisted and I'm still Lonnie now that I'm retired".

Response by CPL Richard Becerra made Apr 15 at 2016 3:43 PM

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ILL TELL YOU WHO I AM! WITH OR WITHOUT A RANK IN FRONT OF MY NAME IS NOTHING. RANL REPRESENTS THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS I HAVE DONE AND THE AUTHORITY REPRESENTATION OF MY RANK. BEING CALLED SOLDIER IS DEMEANING AND BELITTLING
WHY DONT YOU CALL ME BY MY NAME WITH MY RANK WHATS IT HURTING?

Response by SGT Aaron Atwood made Apr 15 at 2016 3:45 PM

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A hardheaded musician.

Response by LTC Charles T Dalbec made Apr 15 at 2016 4:05 PM

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The Call Me Mister - That is not a rank but a title of respect that I learned and earned from my Parents.

I am a True Professional that has worked his way through College both undergraduate and graduate to help out my parents and my Brother and Sisters allowing them to continue on and go to College. I passed this on to my Three Sons and they are doing the same. Upon Graduating with undergraduate degree I was able to join the Army without a rank as a PVT and working my way up thru the ranks as a Mustang finally reaching the rank of Lieutenant Colonel and retiring with more than 32 years service to our great country in addition to nearly eight years as a Department of the Army Civilian. I am proud of what I have done and continue to do to help other Veterans requiring help with challenges that the have with the Veterans Administration.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 15 at 2016 4:33 PM

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Who am I without my rank before my name? I am a Husband, I am a Father. And I am a funny sarcastic individual.

Response by CPT Pedro Meza made Apr 15 at 2016 4:47 PM

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Pedro Meza, which is interesting because in majority of my work outside the US, I always used name and only used rank in places where rank was favored.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 15 at 2016 5:10 PM

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I'm just me, never planned on anything more then that!

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 15 at 2016 5:14 PM

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a grown up

Response by MSgt John McGowan made Apr 15 at 2016 8:07 PM

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After the military the name I love the most is Grandpa.

Response by Victoria Taylor made Apr 15 at 2016 8:50 PM

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I am someone who cares deeply for our military. I serve the United States Marine Corps every Sunday with church services, and it is a great honor.

Response by LCpl Arrick Moore made Apr 15 at 2016 9:04 PM

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I am Me without my rank before my name. When my rank was before my name, I actually was looked upon as crazy, retarted, etc... The rank the USMC bestowed upon me never did make me what or who I was, but my creator, God Almighty, Jesus the Christ, created me to be who I am today.

Rank is nothing... Especially when it is used to trample the people below you.

Response by SSG Jennifer L. Smith made Apr 15 at 2016 10:11 PM

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A child of the Most High God. Rank is a needed designation to ensure that missions are accomplished in an effective manner. Moreover, titles are also worthy only if a suitable standard is upheld to reach them.

I was a SSG in the United States Army; Later became a Doctor of Business Admin.; Went to Seminary and became an ordained pastor. All of these titles are meaningful but I acknowledge that while men ordain and award, God anoints and directs. Therefore, while years of study, service, hard work, and dedication are important and reflect a certain level of expertise, humility is paramount as we must acknowledge His will, grace, and seek the righteous path free of arrogance. Just my 2 cents.

Response by MAJ Raúl Rovira made Apr 16 at 2016 1:01 AM

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I will have to ask my wife, kids, civilian boss, and those I volunteer with. Their words are worth more than mine.

Response by SSgt Liam Babington made Apr 16 at 2016 4:55 AM

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Human

Response by PO1 William "Chip" Nagel made Apr 16 at 2016 8:47 AM

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Before, during and after I have always been "Chip" A Techie, A Geek, Now a Grandfather of 5 Oldest being 12 and taller than her Dad. My Legal first name is nothing more than a Title that lots of others before me and those that followed carry. Bad Tempered Old Kraut, Hoodlum from the Streets of Cincinnati. Inquisitive, Intelligent, Probably Borderline Asperger's. Loyal Ally and Friend. Student of History that chose to Make History for 20 years. As a communicator I am known by my "Chop" of KC or Casey. Son of 2 Lay Ministers in the Catholic Church, Son of an Artist with the KC Art Institute and Author of "Self and Community" the workbook for Projects for Children in Catholic Sunday School. Talented Troubleshooter of Telecommunications and Electronic equipment.

Response by MSgt Wayne Morris made Apr 16 at 2016 9:09 AM

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I am the same person I have always been. My desire to succeed in life, be a Christian person has always defined me, not something on my sleeve.

Response by SPC Delbert Cannoy made Apr 17 at 2016 4:01 PM

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I was before I had rank a theologian and philosopher. I chose enlisted as Specialist over being an officer for the experience. I wanted to stay in and go to OCS, but I got disabled instead. After that I rebuilt myself as a geographer and now hold a Master of Science in Geography and Advanced cartography skills. I have found during my time in the Army that rank is more determined by your chain of Command rather than your personal drive. I had education, decent PT, time in service and grade, and I worked above my Paygrade all the time, but a bad NCO who would not take to a Board. All I can do is trust in God now-He will make my path straight.

Response by PO1 Miguel Diaz made Apr 17 at 2016 4:03 PM

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A retired civilian!

Response by SFC A.M. Drake made Apr 17 at 2016 4:20 PM

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I'm just a man that happened to join the military, but to God I'm his servant willing to do his will

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 17 at 2016 5:46 PM

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CW3 Dylan E. Raymond, PHR A man with strong convictions.

Response by SrA Matthew Knight made Apr 18 at 2016 2:45 AM

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Without my rank huh? Without it I am just Matt. I'm a quiet Christian who tries to be there for people when they need it and likes movies, video games, cars and plenty of other things. I'm not extremely social outside of my closest friends and family so most of the time especially here in MO my co-workers really don't see me outside of work often if at all. I'm usually either at my apartment doing my own things, at Church when I can make it, or on the road burning gas going no-where just to see where I end up. It's good times.

Response by SGM Erik Marquez made Apr 18 at 2016 9:24 AM

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Who am I?
Easy, Im Erik
Highly reliable self-starter who can be counted on to complete individual tasks or complete projects with little or no supervision.
29 years as a successful leader in the US Army, culminating as a senior operations leader in one of the army's largest units. Supporting operations of more than 15,000 people and a staff of more than 200.
I have enjoyed and excelled in project planning, management, direct supervision and personal task completion.
Own and operate Marquez Racing, located in Central Texas which is a small shop providing recurring maintenance, Race/Adventure ride event prep and post event services.
Motorcycle safety professional, providing accident investigation and review, expert testimony and reconstruction.
Motorcycle training coach...who provides central Texans a path to thier motorcycle license, 2 and 3 wheels, advanced training, and rider education for court approved programs.

Response by SSG Wally Lawver made Apr 18 at 2016 10:59 AM

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Wally

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 20 at 2016 10:47 AM

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I am who I am and I'm becoming more like my self everyday.

But as SMSgt Thomas said,
"But, in truth, I agree with The Apostle paul stated:" 1 Corinthians 9:19-23: "For though I am free from all, I have made myself a servant to all, that I might win more of them. To the Jews I became as a Jew, in order to win Jews. To those under the law I became as one under the law (though not being myself under the law) that I might win those under the law. To those outside the law I became as one outside the law (not being outside the law of God but under the law of Christ) that I might win those outside the law. To the weak I became weak, that I might win the weak. I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some. I do it all for the sake of the gospel, that I may share with them in its blessings." And to that, I would say, "AMEN!"

Response by CMSgt Frank Dailey made Apr 21 at 2016 12:52 PM

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When I retired I spent the first year completing a second degree, I spent the year getting to know who I was and refining the new me. I grew a beard and forced myself to only have a haircut once a month only if I needed it. After over half of my life I had been in the Military and was responsible for 1500 men,women and their families. My rank and service never defined who I was but that experience refined the person I have become. I was lucky enough to have mentors who taught me Humility and kept me honest to myself and to those who I served. When I am asked for a Bio I tell them simply that I am just a guy who is doing what needs to be done. There are several folks I mentored though their careers who still call me by my rank but as they rise up in rank they slowly realize I am comfortable in who I am as the Graybeard mentor and adviser!

Response by SrA Jerome Hardaway made Apr 21 at 2016 3:45 PM

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Jerome Hardaway, software Developer and Executive Director of Vets Who Code. I help my fellow veterans get jobs in software development so they can have an easier transition than I did.

Response by Maj Kim Patterson made Apr 24 at 2016 4:18 PM

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When I volunteer at Botanica, I am Dorothy at the beginning of the yellow brick road (yes, I have 2 pair of ruby slippers, and a little dog, sadly my auntie M has passed) As my children grew up, mom. And when my daughter had a little one of her own, Nana. There is about nothing sweeter than hearing a little voice waiting on the other end of the iPad for the video to show saying "Nana, where are you?" (Just learning to speak and this was his first sentence) Career wise this pic sums it up pretty well. Hopefully, I am a light in the darkness when someone needs it whether I know it or not. Always a shoulder, no matter what time of day or night. "Friend" is a title I hold in high regard. I am a dancer, a volunteer, a teacher, a student, a writer, an artist, a musician, a believer in One God who will never leave me, an adventurer, a smart aleck, a horse rider, and to my old friend Bill, a WWII vet who recently passed, we celebrated every birthday together since he turned 90 and he ALWAYS referred to me as "The Major" in camaraderie as a fellow vet. I was honored to be by his side as he passed and render a final salute.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 24 at 2016 5:28 PM

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I'm me.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 24 at 2016 7:38 PM

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A father and a husband. The Army has taught me a lot about life and people but it will never define who I am.
I get weird looks when I see civilians on post and say, " Hi, I'm Anthony, nice to meet you."

Response by PFC Pamala (Hall) Foster made Apr 24 at 2016 10:35 PM

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Veteran!
Mom
Sister
Daughter

Response by CSM Felipe Mendez made Apr 24 at 2016 11:49 PM

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Who are you without your rank before your name? I am and always be “Felipe Mendez”. I am the same individual that stop and help anyone that needs help on the road, the store etc. During my military career, I never introduce myself using my rank first, unless it was necessary or it was a formal military occasion. At times there were some surprises when individuals find out who I was. In addition, I encourage my daughters to never use my rank for anything, I explained them that it was my rank and they didn’t need to used it for anything. After my military career, I did not felt any different when navigating the civilian life. I have seen some of my classmates still using and at times demanding to be called by their service rank.

Response by A1C Melissa Jackson made Apr 25 at 2016 4:01 PM

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I am Melissa Hickman-Jackson.
I love to fish, garden, carve wood, and I have a guilty vice in the form of Elder Scrolls games.

I don't guess I care much what people call me as long as it is not MEL or C**t (this is reference to another post in which a member used the word and I had a mini-cow) .

You can call me George (looney tunes), you can call me "yo", but I prefer Melissa. I have evolved and changed SO MUCH since I was in the military. I am far older, and those of you who are also old know that with age often comes wisdom from trial and error. I look back and just shake my head at my younger self. To have THAT body and THIS brain- sans the brain injury- the things I would accomplish! I have achieved high academic success. I had a very meaningful career. I look back and feel proud at the things I managed to accomplish very much against the odds. I am also disappointed at the missed opportunities for excellence. I firmly believe that the sense of gratitude that aging and seasoning can bring is the absolute KEY to peace and contentment w/in yourself.be grateful for what you HAVE- don't mourn the things you have not.

I am retired now, and I am often content to just "be". I am making seed tapes for my carrots and beets today. Did y'all know you can make your own with a strip of toilet paper, a pack of seeds, and a light misting from a water bottle? You can get evenly-placed seeds w/o waste, and the TP just biodegrades. MUCH cheaper than buying the commercial seed tapes.

Ok- that's who I am. It rather startles me to have people call me A1C on here- I have not been called that in a very long time.

Response by Cpl Justin Goolsby made Apr 26 at 2016 1:09 AM

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A father. A simple man. The rank didn't make me what I am. I defined my rank by the dedication I brought to the Marine Corps.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 26 at 2016 7:16 PM

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That old guy that somehow knows what I'm talking about

Response by SGT David D. made Apr 26 at 2016 8:12 PM

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A civilian?

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 27 at 2016 10:33 AM

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True leaders don't have to rely on their rank to influence what they can control around them. Rank helps with the job, but deep inside is what folks will relate to. Always taking a few extra minutes helping other people if needed, is recognized by all.

Response by 1LT Tom Welch made May 17 at 2016 4:41 PM

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Im the same guy, except I now make more than a 4 star, not to brag, but to illustrate that we dont change but our circumstances do, God blessed me, i dont forget that.

Response by MAJ Raymond Haynes made May 24 at 2016 11:14 AM

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Call me anything but, Late for dinner.

Response by SSG Eric Blue made Oct 29 at 2022 2:26 PM

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I'm not sure that I understand the answer (or maybe the depth of the answer) you're looking for by asking this question.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 29 at 2022 4:50 PM

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You are you. The Lord takes no coincidence of human rank.

Response by 1st Lt Padre Dave Poedel made Oct 29 at 2022 6:36 PM

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Pastor or Padre Dave

Response by SGT Tiffanie G. made Oct 30 at 2022 1:02 AM

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I am a child of God.