Who else loves RallyPoint?

SGT Ronnie Warford — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 10:24:54 -0400

I have had literally every social media website you could have (MySpace,Facebook,Twitter,etc.) but rally point is the only place I know where I can feel comfortable approaching any person in the armed forces. Whether that's a general or someone who just enlisted. I think it's awesome and the mobile app works great on my phone. Your thoughts?

Response by SGT Ben Keen made Jul 16 at 2015 10:27 AM

SGT Ben Keen — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 10:27:04 -0400

I been active on RallyPoint from just about the start of it. The work that LTC Yinon Weiss and his team has done and continues to do is great and amazing. We have seen plenty of ups and downs, lefts and rights but RallyPoint is truly a great tool for those that choose to use it in the manner it was developed in.

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2015 10:30 AM

CW5 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 10:30:56 -0400

Count me in, SGT Ronnie Warford. I've found an online home of sorts at RallyPoint.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2015 10:39 AM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 10:39:30 -0400

It is a great tool for communication and professional development. A place to share information and knowledge. I like it would recommend it to Soldiers and family members both currently serving and have served.

Response by SSG Izzy Abbass made Jul 16 at 2015 10:41 AM

SSG Izzy Abbass — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 10:41:24 -0400

I like it. I joined awhile ago but have only gotten active in the past couple of months. Hoping to see how it could be used as a great resource for the entire SMVF community. Definitely enjoy the discussions (well, most of them anyway) and it's pretty cool to connect with lots of brothers and sisters.

Response by SFC Mark Merino made Jul 16 at 2015 11:11 AM

SFC Mark Merino — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 11:11:36 -0400

For me, RallyPoint is the life preserver thrown to the drowning man all alone in the Pacific after his ship was sunk. God forgave me, the VA dried me out and fixed my wounds, and RallyPoint has given me my camaraderie back by connecting us from around the world. I have met great people here from all around the globe and have found people from basic training (25 years ago) that were almost lost to time. They reminded me of other people and voila...also here on RallyPoint. Sometimes I am overly critical but it is truly out of love for the site. I am driven to ensure that this site survives and thrives. All I ask, is that when the company sells stock, that I get one of the first shares so I can frame it and mount it on the wall. Let's all do what we can to help bring out the best that this site has to offer. Regards, Uncle Mark

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2015 11:22 AM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 11:22:04 -0400

Rallypoint has become a part of my daily routine.

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Jul 16 at 2015 11:46 AM

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 11:46:10 -0400

SGT Ronnie Warford I'm a big fan and will remain so as long as I can read and type. I really like RallyPoint and I've made new friends on the site, started riding my Harley with a few members now, meeting some up in Sturgis here in a couple of weeks, helped a few along the way with resumes and other projects, and I've learned so much about the other branches of the service. Hell, I've learned a lot about a lot of things on RallyPoint that I wouldn't have looked up or even "googled" if it weren't for RallyPoint. I’m constantly getting educated on real tough topics like the Transgender issue and others. It's a great site for all military service members (active and retired)!

Response by CW4 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 16 at 2015 1:22 PM

CW4 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 13:22:34 -0400

I joined RP about 2 years ago, but I didn't get heavily involved because initially I thought it was just another Veteran site for reconnecting with prior service members. I didn't realize the overall value of mentorship and the vast array of topics and knowledge that is passed around through these walls on a daily basis. I'm glad that I am now an active participant and I will remain so until there is no legitimate value in the site anymore.

Response by SPC Margaret Higgins made Jul 16 at 2015 9:07 PM

SPC Margaret Higgins — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 21:07:04 -0400

I sure do; SGT Ronnie Warford. What a good question.

Response by COL Charles Williams made Jul 16 at 2015 11:33 PM

COL Charles Williams — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 23:33:32 -0400

I like it... I save love of the some very special things.

But I enjoy the discussions, and comments, and hopefully, I am providing some value added. Making a difference everyday, is really my only consist wish, goal, and prayer.

Response by LCpl Mark Lefler made Jul 16 at 2015 11:35 PM

LCpl Mark Lefler — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 23:35:47 -0400

I'm not sure if it's love or addiction.

Response by SSgt Alex Robinson made Jul 17 at 2015 10:32 AM

SSgt Alex Robinson — Fri, 17 Jul 2015 10:32:26 -0400

There is less drama and more actual conversation here.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 17 at 2015 11:37 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 17 Jul 2015 11:37:20 -0400

I seem to use it more than Facebook or other social media. I like the military camaraderie and thoughtful discussions. The mobile site, though improving, still lags a little.

Response by Capt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2017 8:39 PM

Capt Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 03 Jun 2017 20:39:26 -0400

Let's just say that I spent a lot of time here.

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Jun 3 at 2017 9:28 PM

CSM Charles Hayden — Sat, 03 Jun 2017 21:28:46 -0400

SGT Ronnie Warford Rally Point has destroyed my quest for recreational reading! I remain surprised that 'we' have so many samplers who soon drop off-line.

Response by SGT Philip Roncari made Jun 3 at 2017 10:39 PM

SGT Philip Roncari — Sat, 03 Jun 2017 22:39:39 -0400

I do ,for all the reasons I find posted on this site and selfishly because I'm an old guy and we just love anyone who listens to us,seriously it's one of the few places on social media I feel comfortable relating my past experiences,no make that the only one!

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2017 10:41 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 03 Jun 2017 22:41:49 -0400

The internet actually has changed my life and rallypoint is part of that ongoing continuing experience. Back in 1994 after I got out of basic training it was on all places American online military chat room that got me squared away with getting me into officer candidate School in the California Army National Guard because my military police unit did not tell me there was a symposium at the base where I was training at. Those officers who helped me get in the foot-in-the-door I ended up meeting them later coincidentally in an armor unit in San Bernardino years later. Fast forward 21 years and now this medium of rallypoint is actually very informative an even better way. I have a friend who is going in a 15-6 investigation and I posted the situation rallypoint and now I have a warrant officer helping my friend out with the timelines to make sure his command is in compliance. Besides joking around and showing funny videos or showing famous movie clips we can actually talk serious issues and at the same time learn about the other branches through these posts of History or things in general. Rally Point has been an invaluable tool for me to learn about other services that is beneficial along with command and general staff off Common Core course I completed a year ago. I have learned to communicate with some of you who I have had the honor of serving with either in a unit a school or down range in Afghanistan way before rallypoint was even formed period it's been an honor to listen and learn from all of you. Thank you.

Response by TSgt Kenneth Ellis made Jun 4 at 2017 12:05 AM

TSgt Kenneth Ellis — Sun, 04 Jun 2017 00:05:18 -0400

It's about 1 percent military related. And the rest is Trangenders, gays in the military. Left wingnuts I hate Trump. Whites are Racist. And more on how bad Trump is. Oh and celebraties who have racist words painted on there mansions.

Response by SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth made Jun 4 at 2017 5:15 AM

SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth — Sun, 04 Jun 2017 05:15:56 -0400

Been on here 4 yrs. totally enjoy the sight, great people on it.